DRAPING PERIOD COSTUMES

Sharon Sobel

Focal Press, Burlington, USA

Year 2013

Pages 224

In this book the author explains in step-by-step detail the basics of draping and demonstrates the use of basic skills in the creation of a representative selection of period costumes from a variety of time periods – from classical Greek to Victorian. Chapters are broken into time periods and have two parts: an analysis of how clothing was made and worn during that specific time period, and detailed instruction on draping techniques to construct the costume. Copiously illustrated, images allow this visual audience to easily follow along with detailed instructions.