I currently own all 4 in the series pattern magic by tomoko nakamichi. Get free shipping on pattern magic 2 by tomoko nakamichi, from. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the muslins, and the finished garments. Nakamichi currently delivers lectures and holds curses on design making, both in japan and overseas. It was published by laurence king publishing and has a total of 104 pages in the book. Pattern magic 2 is the cult patterncutting book from japan, partner to the original titlepattern magic. Get free shipping on pattern magic by tomoko nakamichi, from.
Inspiring and exciting, this volume takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with more stepbystep projects for fashion designers and. As an experienced pattern makerdraper it is difficult to find a patternmaking book that is challenging and. Join facebook to connect with tomoko nakamichi and others you may know. T he french translation jolies tenues pour fillettes coquettes rings nicely but perhaps isnt true to the. Pattern magic paperback edition by tomoko nakamichi. English which means if it turns out weird there wont be anyone to blame, ho ho ho. Tomoko sawada, sawada tomoko, born 1977 in kobe, japan is a japanese contemporary feminist photographer and performance artist. I must be honest and say that i didnt know this artist before. This book brings together the results of the research on garment patterns she. Nakamichi currently delivers lectures and holds courses on design making, both in japan and overseas. After serving many years as a professor at bunka fashion college, tomoko nakamichi currently delivers lectures and holds courses on pattern making, both in her native japan and internationally. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. So i dug it out from my charity pile and a week later, this casual piece is born. Pattern magic is the cult patternmaking book from japan.
This book brings together the results of the research on. Tomoko abandoned frankie at the party and the furious blonde had. By the way, pattern magic is translated from japanese, so the format may be different from other sewing books you have read. Mar 23, 2012 pattern magic, tomoko nakamichi patternmaking is seen by many to be an aloof, mathematical and often dry practice, certainly not design, and very inaccessible. Buy pattern magic at with free international shipping. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Would you like to make girls clothes that are both wow and understated. Pattern magic is the cult patterncutting book from japan. Frankie isnt best pleased with tomoko, her so called best friend.
After serving many years as a professor at bunka fashion college, ms. I know these books can seem slightly different from those of which i speak normally here on ib but reading them ive had an explosion of inspiration, and im not even an expert in sewing and even less in fashion design. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometricshapes, and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. First try at tomoko nakamichi pattern magic sewingforfun. English directly translated from the japanese version author. Buy pattern magic by nakamichi, tomoko online on amazon. I bought this book from the book depository as a gift for a friend whos just gotten into sewing. Tomoko nakamichi a former professor at tokyos bunka fashion college works with draping and flat patterns to create clean sculptural pieces check the college library for her book pattern magic. The dress form used as the basis for the designs in this book is the bunkastyle sloper block for an adult japanese woman. When i first stumbled upon this book, it was only available in japanese.
The position of the cutting and opening out lines, the allowances, and other measurements may vary according to garment. See more ideas about pattern cutting, fabric manipulation and pattern. Tomoko nakamichi biography tomoko nakamichi biography and list of works tomoko nakamichi books covid19 update april 29, 2020. It reminds me of summer and a little fresh breeze, both feminine and delicate. The book takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with stepbystep projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. Patternmaking as art and viable change to the fast fashion. The companion volume to the cult japanese pattern magic and pattern magic. This book brings together the results of the research on garment patterns she has carried out to help instruct her students. The companion volume to the cult japanese pattern magic and pattern magic 2 that fans have been waiting for. It was not the first thing i noticed in the book, but as i have studied it numerous times, i discovered it all of a sudden. As an experienced patternmakerdraper it is difficult to find a patternmaking book. We love patterncutters with novel approaches to the human form.
See more ideas about pattern, pattern cutting and pattern fashion. If so, i recommend this book of japanese sewing patterns by akiko mano the book hasnt yet been published in english so ive had to resort to googling to get an approximation of its title. Mar 08, 2016 this year on my birthday i was surprised with a book i didnt even know was coming out pattern magic 3, by tomoko nakamichi. There is a small illustration showing that you secure your braid with stitches on the back of the fabric. For the first time pattern magic 1 and 2 the cult patterncutting book from japan has been published in english.
Taking inspiration from nature, from geometricshapes, and from the street, this book. All the measurements and scaling information you need to start pattern making is included and as throughout the series, all the patterns are based on a basic block which supplied in the book. Meaning wisdom in japanese tomoko is a highly useable collection of smallscale upholstery weaves, drawing its inspiration from the simple shapes and clean lines embodied in japanese design. Hina akiyoshi, akiyoshi hina, tomoko maeda, tomoko, akiyoshi, tomoko akiyoshi, japanese, babe, asian, jap porn spankbang. I was thrilled to find this book, which is everything that those other patternmaking books are not.
When i first saw this reconstructed longsleeve shirt project on tomoko nakamichi pattern magic vol. The book takes a creative approach to pattern making, with stepby step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. Feb 21, 2011 pattern magic 2 by tomoko nakamichi, 9781856697064, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The carol burnett show official recommended for you. She has been included in numerous group shows in japan, europe and the us. Jan 28, 2011 when i first saw this reconstructed longsleeve shirt project on tomoko nakamichi pattern magic vol. The title of this book is pattern magic and it was written by tomoko nakamichi. Hospital visit from the carol burnett show full sketch duration. As an experienced patternmaker draper it is difficult to find a patternmaking book that is challenging and includes something other than basic sloper instruction and boring styles.
Like many japanese names, tomoko can be written using different kanji characters and can mean. Pattern magic 1 by nakamichi tomoko japanese craft book in etsy. Sep 29, 2010 if you are an ace dressmaker, looking for a whole new dimension in your cutting and sewing, make sure you get yourself a copy of pattern magic. I have the other three books, 1, 2 and stretch fabrics, and as you know im fascinated by them. Apr 07, 2011 yes, it is a bit flat, but the pattern is there. I havent yet tried to scale any of the patterns up and make them myself, but this book is great to get ideas from for making your own unconventional patterns. Tomoko nakamichi is obviously a very skilled patternmaker and draper and the clothes shown on. Tomoko nakamichi japanese sewing book for drape japanese. Inspiring and exciting, this volume takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with more stepbystep projects for. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Tomoko nakamichi is a internationally known fashion instructior from japan in magic patterns, you are learning the relationship between the. More pattern magic is the cult patterncutting text from japan, partner to the original pattern magic book.
Tomoko nakamichi books biography and list of works. Posts about tomoko nakamichi written by vmcfashion. On page 36 in tomoko nakamichis pattern magic is a fun sleeve that will be suitable for this project. Pattern magic 2 by tomoko nakamichi, 9781856697064, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Sep 06, 2010 pattern magic is the cult patterncutting book from japan. Jul 29, 2015 tomoko nakamichi japanese sewing book for drape. Apr 19, 2011 on page 36 in tomoko nakamichis pattern magic is a fun sleeve that will be suitable for this project. Her first solo exhibition was in 1997 at japans gallery chat. Comprising 4 woven designs over a number of delicious colourways, the collection contains 30 fabrics.
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