The Medieval Tailor's Assistant by Sarah Thursfield

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The Medieval Tailor's Assistant by Sarah Thursfield

The Medieval Tailor's Assistant is the standard work for both amateurs and professionals wishing to re-create the clothing of Medieval England for historical interpretation or drama. This new edition extends its range with details of fitting different figures and many more patterns for main garments and accessories from 1100 to 1480. It includes simple instructions for plain garments, as well as more complex patterns and adaptations for experienced sewers. Advice on planning outfits and materials to use is given along with a range of projects and alternative designs, from undergarments to outer wear. Early and later tailoring methods are also covered within the period. There are clear line drawings, pattern diagrams and layouts and over eighty full-colour photographs that show the garments as working outfits.
Sarah Thursfield has been supplying clothing for re-enactment for many years. A professional craftsman and an amateur historian, she uses archaeological and historical sources to reconstruct clothing technology from prehistory onwards. She regularly lecturers, teaches heritage professionals and re-enactors, and contributes to costume publications.
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ISBN 13 9781847978349
ISBN 10 1847978347
Title The Medieval Tailor's Assistant
Author Sarah Thursfield
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Year published 2015-03-23
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.