Overview

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.

Full Product Details

Author:   Carol Brown
Publisher:   Laurence King Publishing
Imprint:   Laurence King Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   1.040kg
ISBN:  

9781780670584

ISBN 10:   1780670583
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   09 September 2013
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION - THE DEVELOPMENT OF KNITTING CHAPTER ONE - THE KNITTING INDUSTRY Weft and warp knitting techniques; Hand vs machine knitting; Knit construction Knitting machines; The future of knitting technology; Case study: Veronika Persche Careers in knitwear; Major exhibitions and trade fairs CHAPTER TWO - RESEARCH AND DESIGN Design considerations; The Design process; Creating, researching and developing a theme; Predicting trends - fashion and knit trend forecasting; Developing and sketching ideas; Style directory; Case study: Alessandra Marchi CHAPTER THREE - WORKING WITH COLOUR AND TEXTURE Understanding yarns; Working with colour; Case study: Brooke Roberts Texture; Case study: Iben Hoj CHAPTER FOUR - INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES Exaggerated scale; Case study: Sandra Backlund; Three-dimensional knitting Knit and woven combined; Merging craft and technology; Case study: Derek Lawlor; Felting; Printing and dyeing effects on knitting; Case study: Craig Lawrence Sustainability CHAPTER FIVE - FROM DESIGN TO PRODUCTION The production process; Creating and analysing your design; Analysing your design from 2D to 3D; Garment specification; Taking measurements; Pattern drafting Case study: Alice Palmer; Toiling a garment; Knitting and calculating tension Pattern calculations; Calculating yarn requirements; Garment production Garment construction and finishing Glossary Resources Further reading Index Acknowledgements

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 *

Author Information

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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