Packed with diagrams, knitwear samples and images from a range of contemporary designers, this book offers an approach to designing garments from initial research, finding sources of inspiration and developing the design, through an exploration of colour, texture and knitting techniques to constructing a garment and creating and writing a pattern.
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Packed with diagrams, knitwear samples and images from a range of contemporary designers, this book offers an approach to designing garments from initial research, finding sources of inspiration and developing the design, through an exploration of colour, texture and knitting techniques to constructing a garment and creating and writing a pattern.
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A practical guide to the dynamic revival of contemporary knitting, Knitwear Design is also a source of inspiration and advice on the latest techniques and practices.Packed with diagrams, knitwear samples and images from a wide range of contemporary designers, the book offers a practical approach to designing garments from initial research, finding sources of inspiration and developing the design, through an exploration of colour, texture and knitting techniques to constructing a garment and creating and writing a pattern. Knitwear Design also showcases the techniques that are transforming knitted textiles, such as heat treatments and painting and printing knit, and profiles the fusing of knitting, art and craft.The book includes case studies from international designers, offering students a unique insight into the industry. Knitting is a tactile and versatile craft and Knitwear Design gives readers the knowledge and inspiration they need to create innovative and eye-catching fashion.
Critic Reviews
The book is very comprehensive in explaining the importance of knitwear in the fashion industry and includes some wonderful images of knitwear design as well explanations of knitted processes, design development, trends and case studies, as well as how to illustrate knits. It's a really clear and beautifully curated book and one I would definitely recommend to students as a very useful companion to learning about knitwear design. JOHANNA ROBERTS - SHREWSBURY COLLEGE GROUP
About the Author
Carol Brown is Head of Division of Art and Design, University Campus Suffolk (UCS). She has published a wide range of articles relating to careers in fashion, trend forecasting, knitwear design and knitwear construction techniques, and is the author of The Fashion and Textile Information Directory, The Fashion and Textile Suppliers Directory and Fashion & Textiles: The Essential Careers Guide.
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