Experimental Corsets

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9781849943444 Author(s): Val Holmes Format: Hardcover Language: English Year: 2016 Publisher: Batsford Ltd Pages: 128

Description: A hugely popular conceptual motif for textile artists who wish to rethink traditional corset wearing, textile and stitch in unique and contemporary ways. Used for the last 400 years to contort the female body into a variety of fashionable silhouettes, the corset has become a fascinating and hugely popular motif for modern textile artists who wish to represent the female body using the largely feminine traditions of textile and stitch.Beginning with a step-by-step guide to constructing a simple fabric corset, the book goes on to explore more contemporary and experimental approaches to construction, from using unusual materials such as lace, metal, paper and found fibres to up-cycling or repurposing existing garments to make a statement. This practical guide is full of exercises for creating intimate garments and wearable art in two- and three-dimensions and is packed with inspiring work and installations by other contemporary artists.

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