Construction Knitting uses clear visual aids to demonstrate modular
exercises for practical and theoretical applications of hand,
machine and digital knitting methods. While the idea of using
geometric shapes for knitting is not new, Nikki Gabriel's
development of construction knitting is a system designed for the
user to be co-designer, so the book provides the tools for the
reader to engage and transform the design to fit their individual
needs and preferences. It is a useful visual reference guide for
design students, professionals or hobby knitters. The book is
divided into three main sections; Knitting Techniques, Design
Development, and a final section on Construction Knitting Projects.
The first section covers a guide to knitting techniques for fabric
structure and composition, yarn and fibre specifications, and
illustrated explanations on methods of knitted handcraft, machine
and digital processes, with photographed knitted swatches. The
second section covers the methodology of Construction Knitting,
accompanied by photographic and illustrated demonstrations of the
step-by-step design process, theoretical design fundamentals and
pattern-making based on this accumulative technique of garment
making. A final section includes practical suggestions for creating
designs, based on this model-building system using geometric
shapes. Construction Knitting is a creative approach to garment
construction using a combination of both flat and drape
patternmaking, while also demonstrating the design process through
visual organisation. When combined with hands-on applications, this
presents the logic of fundamental design principles in practice,
covering some of the key learning criteria of textile design
courses in the exploration of the relationships between textiles,
garment and the body.
General
Imprint: |
Bloomsbury Visual Arts
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
February 2024 |
Authors: |
Nikki Gabriel
|
Dimensions: |
210 x 270mm (L x W) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
128 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4725-7573-9 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-4725-7573-3 |
Barcode: |
9781472575739 |
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