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Please note: Eventually, all of the content from all of the Spandex Simplified books will be available on this blog, in updated and expanded form.
Spandex Simplified: Sewing for Gymnasts
"Sewing for Gymnasts" is the third title in Marie Porter's "Spandex Simplified" series, and is all about designing and creating spectacular and durable leotards for gymnasts of all disciplines - Artistic Gymnastics, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Trampoline, Tumbling, Acrobatic Gymnastics, Aerobic Gymnastics, and more.
This book is appropriate for beginner to advanced levels of sewing ability, and is written from both a designer, and former “performance” athlete’s point of view. It will teach everything from the basics, to tricks of the trade.
Two sample pages from the book.
"Spandex Simplified : Sewing for Gymnasts" will prepare the reader to design and make almost any design of practice or competition leotard imaginable - artistic and rhythmic are both covered!.
Given the cost of decent competition leotards, this manual can more than pay for itself with the savings from just one project!
The entire book is written completely in laymans' terms and carefully explained, step by step. Only basic sewing knowledge and talent is required. Learn everything from measuring, to easily creating ornate applique designs, to embellishing the finished suit in one book! For a complete table of contents, and more info, see the end of this page.
Paperback, 142 pages
Publisher: Celebration Generation
ISBN: 978-0-9850036-3-0
Language: English
Release Date: May 3, 2013
This book is available on Amazon, click here to read the reviews or purchase there.
Please note: Eventually, all of the content from all of the Spandex Simplified books will be available on this blog, in updated and expanded form.
Spandex Simplified: Sewing for Gymnasts
Table of Contents
Basic Principles of Leotard Design
- Proper Fit & Safety Considerations
- Figure Flaw Camouflage
- Designing for the Gymnast
- Designing for the Music
- Visibility
- Functionality
- Colour Theory
- Unity
- Selecting Fabrics
Pattern Alterations
- Measuring
- Using a Pattern
- Sizing a Pattern
- Adding Length
- Removing Length
- Adjusting Curve of the Back
- Adjusting the Butt Length
- Base Pattern Alteration Final Notes
Sewing Techniques
- In the Beginning
- Cutting the Fabric
- Seams
- Elastic Application
- Thread Colour Selection
- Colour Blocking
- Applique
- Lace Overlays
- Lining
- Piping
- Hems
- Zippers
- Closures
- Making Straps
- Hems
Leotard Assembly
- Basic Leotard & Singlet Assembly
- Basic Skirted Leotard Assembly
- Tights & Shorts
- Unitards & Biketards
- Applying a Sleeve
Style Techniques
- Backs and necklines
- Sleeves
- Skirts
Embellishments
- Hand Painting
- Foil Embossing
- Glitter
- Sequins
- Crystals
Accessories
- Scrunchies
- Grip Bags