{"product_id":"9781350537163","title":"Bodice Engineering Mastering the Inner Corselette","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBodice Engineering\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMastering the Inner Corselette\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLouise Johnson\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign \/ Fashion \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe inner corselette, one of the hallmarks of a couture gown, is considered a challenging project by many sewers. Detailed information on the process is hard to find and it's difficult to know where to start. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBodice Engineering: Mastering the Inner Corselette\u003c\/i\u003e offers a solution by introducing the fundamental techniques to design and sew an inner corselette, giving you the confidence to create this structural foundation garment with professional results. Divided into two sections, you'll find step-by-step instructions to equip you with the know-how to build an inner corselette, followed by an in-depth look at the construction of six garments, each designed to teach particular skills and inspire your creativity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith over 360 photographs and illustrations, you'll find detailed information on every aspect of the process, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Designing an inner corselette using a commercial pattern\u003cbr\u003e Refining the fit with a toile\u003cbr\u003e Choosing fabrics, notions and boning\u003cbr\u003e Constructing the corselette shell\u003cbr\u003e Adding shape and structure with boning\u003cbr\u003e Creating a strong and comfortable closure\u003cbr\u003e Joining the inner corselette and the garment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are building an inner corselette for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide is essential for any sewer wanting to create a beautifully engineered bodice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLouise Johnson \u003c\/b\u003eis a couture dressmaker, private sewing instructor and Australian Sewing Guild Industry Partner based in Perth, Australia. She has spent several years researching the history of inner corselettes, their construction methods, and the techniques used for integrating them into gowns.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e03 September 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Visual Arts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781350537163\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e224\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51331241279628,"sku":"9781350537163","price":33.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/getimage_edc4f318-1c13-431b-8fc2-a93b76b973e6.jpg?v=1783595443","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781350537163","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}