| Author |
Hecklinger, Charles, 1840-1903 |
| LoC No. |
08036001
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| Title |
Handbook on dress and cloak cutting
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| Original Publication |
New York: Peter De Baun, Printer, 1884.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Handbook on Dress and Cloak Cutting" by Charles Hecklinger is a practical guide on garment construction written in the late 19th century. This handbook focuses on improving dress and cloak cutting techniques, providing systematic instructions for students and professionals in the fashion industry. The book aims to simplify the learning process, making it accessible for those entering this field, while also ensuring precision and satisfaction in the outcomes of their cutting and fitting practices. The opening of the handbook presents an introduction that establishes its purpose: to aid students who struggle with selecting an effective cutting system. Hecklinger introduces his "Improved System of Dress and Cloak Cutting," emphasizing its ease of learning and application. He points out the importance of using measurements that account for both height and width of the human body to achieve well-fitted garments. The text includes detailed illustrations and systematic guidelines for drafting patterns based on accurate measurements, addressing various sizes and body shapes to maximize the utility and effectiveness of the techniques taught. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts
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| Subject |
Tailoring (Women's)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74716 |
| Release Date |
Nov 10, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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