ABSTRACT
Fabric analysis is discussed in great detail, and the many issues covered include width of fabric, dealing with one/two-way pattered fabrics, washing recommendations, fraying, pressing techniques, shrinkage, defects and faults, weight, shine, wrong/right side, stretch/non-stretch, weave, patterns, nap/pile pattern pieces, seam allowances and allowances for fuller figures, as well as whether the garment needs to be adapted for film, theatre, or dance.
Garment construction is also covered in this section with subjects including how to deal with waistcoat canvassing, trimmings, and facings, the recommended order of construction, and the ‘finishing’ of the garment.
All of these aspects are covered so the reader can continue with the rest of the book and its various patterns in the knowledge that they are well-informed and can confidently execute a waistcoat project of their choice. Pocket and collar construction is examined in detail.
Basic waistcoat pattern instructions in a UK standard size for men and women are included, which are noted in a step-by-step format for easy reading.
