--- product_id: 3666824 title: "Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics (Part of the best-selling Japanese inspired Pattern Magic series)" price: "€ 48.60" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/3666824-pattern-magic-stretch-fabrics-part-of-the-best-selling-japanese store_origin: IT region: Italy --- # Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics (Part of the best-selling Japanese inspired Pattern Magic series) **Price:** € 48.60 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics (Part of the best-selling Japanese inspired Pattern Magic series) - **How much does it cost?** € 48.60 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/3666824-pattern-magic-stretch-fabrics-part-of-the-best-selling-japanese) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Pattern Magic is the cult pattern–cutting book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. Pattern Magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with step–by–step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is included, from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the toiles and the finished garments. These easy–to–follow illustrations and detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture look. • Step–by–step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers – with clear diagrams and photographs. • Gives all the basic information needed to start pattern cutting: from the basic block to measurements and scaling. • Easy–to–follow, detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture look Reviews for Pattern Magic : 'The feeling of figuring the puzzle out makes this book series a joy to explore' House of Pinheiro 'If you've mastered the basics of pattern cutting, have caught the bug and are eager to experiment with complex 3d designs, you should definitely take a look at Pattern Magic' Tilly And The Buttons Blog 'I've had an explosion of inspiration, and I'm not even an expert in sewing!… I'm sure that many of you, fashion designers or not, can learn a lot from these tutorials' ImaginativeBloom.com CONTENTS: Part 1: Creating form through inspiration: Accents, Gathered hole, Crater, The drop hole, Lumps and bumps Part 2: Making patterns for haute couture garments: Draped design, The twist, Hide and seek, Interwoven design, Bamboo shoot, The knot, Two distinct expressions, An intriguing curve, Bunka–style sloper (block) for an adult woman, Bunka–style sloper (block) for an adult woman (Size M) (half–scale) Review: The wait is finally over! - I purchased the first two Pattern Magic books in English last year to help inspire me for unique ideas, and also to understand pattern construction better. When I found out there was a third, I could hardly contain myself. However it was only in Japanese at the time. Though I am striving to learn Japanese, I am only familiar with the Hiragana alphabet. Much like the first two books, the third has a lovely step by step instructions with images to follow along. I also love the fact that these books come with patterns so you can start from where they started to create your own look. I do suggest that American beginners should take classes or start with simple American instructions first, so that they have the basic understanding of pattern making in their foundations. I am striving to be the best fashion designer, and the Japanese culture is a huge influence in my life along side the music industry, so these books are the perfect find for me. Review: Wonderful ideas - Anthropologie fans take note - I'm a fan of Japanese sewing books. They are always beautifully photographed and directions (while sparse) are well illustrated. This book is no exception. If you are fan of the intricately twisted and draped tops sold by retailers like Anthropologie this book will give you a few "aha!" moments. Yes, some of the designs are outrageous but many more are wearable as is. Also, even the outrageous ones are quite fun to read about, and with basic sewing knowledge can be restrained a bit to add some exciting design elements to knits. I really appreciate the focus on knits since they are very forgiving. These patterns are mainly for knit tops (the "hood top" is wacky and yet oddly adorable). There's also one variation of the "Apple Peel" for leggings. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #172,439 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #145 in Sewing Patterns & Templates | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 557 Reviews | ## Images ![Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics (Part of the best-selling Japanese inspired Pattern Magic series) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Qb9iALygL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The wait is finally over! *by A***E on April 10, 2012* I purchased the first two Pattern Magic books in English last year to help inspire me for unique ideas, and also to understand pattern construction better. When I found out there was a third, I could hardly contain myself. However it was only in Japanese at the time. Though I am striving to learn Japanese, I am only familiar with the Hiragana alphabet. Much like the first two books, the third has a lovely step by step instructions with images to follow along. I also love the fact that these books come with patterns so you can start from where they started to create your own look. I do suggest that American beginners should take classes or start with simple American instructions first, so that they have the basic understanding of pattern making in their foundations. I am striving to be the best fashion designer, and the Japanese culture is a huge influence in my life along side the music industry, so these books are the perfect find for me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful ideas - Anthropologie fans take note *by N***S on July 17, 2012* I'm a fan of Japanese sewing books. They are always beautifully photographed and directions (while sparse) are well illustrated. This book is no exception. If you are fan of the intricately twisted and draped tops sold by retailers like Anthropologie this book will give you a few "aha!" moments. Yes, some of the designs are outrageous but many more are wearable as is. Also, even the outrageous ones are quite fun to read about, and with basic sewing knowledge can be restrained a bit to add some exciting design elements to knits. I really appreciate the focus on knits since they are very forgiving. These patterns are mainly for knit tops (the "hood top" is wacky and yet oddly adorable). There's also one variation of the "Apple Peel" for leggings. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Opens your mind (if you let it) *by V***E on March 15, 2012* I'm a fashion designer and I have training in classic pattern making. This is NOT a book to make standard clothes. This is a book to explore pattern making beyond traditional limits. However, some clothes in this book can be done for wear (see a pair of draped pants) and some could be done with a little adjustment. It's perfect for fashion design students, fashion professionals and costume designers. If you want to explore your creativity, go far beyond your own imagination and learn some new forms to approach pattern making, this book if for you. If you just want to make a classic dress for a party, better buy another book. I recommend this one and the other two previous books (Pattern magic I and II, also in english). --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.it/products/3666824-pattern-magic-stretch-fabrics-part-of-the-best-selling-japanese](https://www.desertcart.it/products/3666824-pattern-magic-stretch-fabrics-part-of-the-best-selling-japanese) --- *Product available on Desertcart Italy* *Store origin: IT* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*