Pattern Magic 2 : Laurence King Publishing : 9781856697064 : 21 Feb 2011 : Pattern Magic 2 is the follow up to the best?selling Pattern Magic. This series takes the cult pattern?cutting text from Japan and gives the reader an easy?to?follow guide to creating stunning, sculptural garments with a couture feel. Inspiring and exciting, this volume takes a creative approach to pattern cutting with more step?by?step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. This book looks at creating interesting surfaces, optical illusions and curved shapes through pattern cutting. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is included, from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the muslins (toiles) and the finished garments. The 200 illustrations and detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes. Review for Pattern Magic 2: 'A