University of Fashion’s 3 book series –  Beginner Techniques: Draping, Pattern Making & Sewing. Available on Amazon

Once upon a time, in a land filled with fabric scraps and tangled threads, National Book Lover’s Day arrived! All the books in the world gathered around, boasting about their genres—some had wizard duels, others had swoony billionaires. But in walked three proud volumes, Draping: Beginner Techniques, Pattern Making: Beginner Techniques and Sewing: Beginner Techniques from the University of Fashion. The other books raised their spines in curiosity. What could be so special about these—surely, sewing was just threading needles and hoping for the best? But the trio were ready to show their stuff.

These step-by-step guides give aspiring designers clear and concise draping, pattern making and sewing instruction. For established designers, these guides are a must-add to any resource library. Written by UoF F founder, Francesca Sterlacci, edited by two of UoF’s best instructors, Barbara Arata-Gavere and Barbara Seggio (also FIT professors) and published by Laurence King Publishing, each guide works in tandem with University of Fashion videos. Students, designers and home sewers keep these guides open on drafting tables, next to dress forms and alongside sewing machines for constant reference.

We make learning easy! Every step in pictures and words

Draping: Beginner Techniques

Our books cover our most popular beginner lessons. They faithfully depict what our instructors demonstrate in the videos on our website, set-by-step, so that you can create the exact same garments and projects by yourself. All of our books contain hundreds of pages of pictures and text. They are printed in an extra large formant and every page opens flat for easy viewing while you work. We make learning fashion design fun, affordable and easy.

Pattern Making: Beginner Techniques

Each book contain extras, like historical references and  inspiring runway shots Every lesson contains a tools & supply list, applicable charts, diagrams and forms designed to assist with that lesson. Learning objectives and self evaluation checklists reinforce the learning process at the end of every chapter.

Sewing: Beginner Techniques

So, for National Book Lover’s Day, pick up a volume from University of Fashion’s surprisingly runway-worthy trio. Because nothing says “celebrating stories” like draping, patterning or sewing a happily ever after—one stylish page at a time!

Oh, be sure to check out Francesca’s other books:

Historical Dictionary of the Fashion Industry, Second Edition, Roman & Littlefield Publishers

Leather Fashion Design,  Laurence King Publishing

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By: Francesca Sterlacci
Title: Happy National Book Lover’s Day – August 9th
Sourced From: www.universityoffashion.com/blog/happy-national-book-lovers-day-august-9th/
Published Date: Sat, 09 Aug 2025 17:11:47 +0000

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