Towne, Meridith
Making Late Medieval Menswear
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719842993
- author:
- Towne, Meridith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 28.7 x 20.6 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Needlework & Knitting,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the art of creating authentic late medieval menswear with this comprehensive guide. Meridith Towne shares patterns and techniques for over 150 years of men's fashion, covering key garments such as tunics, doublets, and hose.
Get hands-on with historical sewing techniques, including pleating, quilting, and finishing touches like buttons, braids, and dagging. The book also delves into the social context of each garment, revealing how they were worn by individuals from different social levels during this period.
With detailed step-by-step instructions and insights into fabrics, tools, and techniques used in late medieval menswear, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in historical crafts and hobbies.