In The Art and Practice of Costume Design, a panel of seven designers offer a new multi-sided look at the current state and practice of theatrical costume design. Beginning with an exploration of the role of a Costume Designer, the subsequent chapters analyse and explore the psychology of dress, the principles and elements of design, how to create costume renderings, and collaboration within the production. The book also takes a look at the costume shop and the role of the designer within it, and costume design careers within theatrical and fashion industries.

With hundreds of step-by-step illustrated instructions and a user-friendly, stay-flat format, Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics provides emerging fashion designers with comprehensive information on how to draft patterns for popular cut-and-sew stretch knit fabrics such as jersey and knits with spandex. After covering thebasics of knits and techniques for gauging stretch capacity, Julie Cole introduces a unique, simplified approach to drafting slopers using hip and top foundations. She then provides information on converting, drafting, grading, and reducing patterns for proper fit in four categories of stretch. The book proceeds to drafting slopers and patterns for tops, dresses, jackets, sweaters, cardigans, skirts, pants, lingerie, swimwear, and activewear.Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics is ideal for students with basic or intermediate design, patternmaking, and sewing skills for any course in which students design and draft patterns for knits; or courses that incorporate both knits and woven fabrics.Features- Accurate and simplified system for patternmaking with stretch knit fabrics with easier to follow approach than other booksEach chapter includes- Key terms- Hig... [Read More]

Foam Patterning and Construction Techniques: Turning 2D Designs into 3D Shapes explains how to create your theatrical prop, puppet, or costume design using the unique and tricky medium of foam. Step-by-step instructions, photographs, and explanations illustrate how to translate your design from paper to reality by creating custom "skin" patterns, followed by creation of a foam mockup. The book details how to bring your project to life with varied finishing techniques, including using fur and fabric coverings and dying and painting foam. Numerous supplies, tools, and safety procedures and protocols are also covered.

A guide to creating, designing, and adapting costumes for theatrical productions

Notebook for theatrical designers contains half graph and half lined paper for design and notes. Great for stage sets, lighting schemes, tech design, and more. Size 8.5" x 11". 100 Pages. Paperback cover with firm binding and matte finish.Amuzi Books creates notebooks and journals for students, artists, and performers.

This is a comprehensive survey of the technical and design aspects of play production, including scene design and construction, lighting, sound, costume, and makeup. Health and safety precautions for the backstage crew appear throughout in boxes labeled “Safety Tips,” and “Design Inspiration” boxes show how professional designers create the desired look.

• 5" x 8" - 118 lined pages - College rule line spacing • If you love costume design you'll love this notebook. • 5x8 size makes it the perfect notebook for taking notes at work, while traveling, or taking with you anywhere you go.. • College rule lined pages let you write lots of notes and drawings. • Soft, matte finish cover is a joy to hold. • Makes a great gift for your favorite costume designers and an awesome present for theater, movie and television fashion designers.

Color Paperback. Size: 6 inches x 9 inches. 82 sheets (164 pages for writing). Anyone involved in the arts. Great gift for a conductor, director, sopranos, alto, tenor, or bass singer. This funny choir makes a great gift for anyone involved in music, whether for singing group or a singer, they'll appreciate the musical joke. People in your quartet will enjoy the funny choir joke and the choir will be appreciated by an orchestra or anyone with an interest in music. Wear to singing practice if you're a choir lover or one to gift to your director or conductor. 156700936841

501-T4 Size: Toddler 4 Features: -Drum major costume. -Material: Polyester. -Comes complete with pants, jacket with epaulets and hat with feather. Age: -Child. Gender: -Male. Age Range: -18 - 36 Months/3 - 5 Years/5 - 8 Years. Product Type: -Costume. Material:

Adorable unisex lovely costume jumpsuit just right for your little one in any occasion!Made of 100% cotton.3 sizes: 6-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-24 months.Design: bear, dog, penguin, bee, melon, pineapple.Hand or machine

The Major Tease Adult Women's Halloween Costume includes a drop-waist dress and white officer's hat. This Major Halloween Costume can be paired with other military Halloween costumes for a cohesive theme, or go alone and stand out of the crowd. Easily cleaned in any standard washing machine, this 100 percent polyester dress is durable and available in a variety of sizes. For a dress with the best possible fit, check the size chart. This women's Halloween costume is crisp and stylish, making it great choice for anyone who wants to stand out this Halloween. Easy to accessorize, just add shoes