The Romantic tutu can be seen in, and is often central to, nearly every classical or modern ballet ever written or staged.

Although the design and construction techniques of the Master Costumers of yesteryear are as relevant today as they were 200 years ago, the tools we use and the fabrics we have available have changed considerably since those early days!

Ms. Folts successfully combines the techniques of the original Masters with today's materials. She carefully guides you through each step, from materials selection all the way to finished costume.

This is the only work of its type available today!

Ms. Folts describes construction techniques for both the Romantic and Neo-Romantic (or "Serenade", ala Mr. George Balanchine) styles. (The Neo-Romantic variation incorporates a short basque, from Classical tutu construction techniques, to allow the Romantic skirt to fall from the hips rather than the waist.)

Chapter topics include:

• A comparison of Romantic and Neo-Romantic tutus
• A discussion of all materials needed, from bodice, skirt, and underlining fabrics, through all other materials from boning to leg-elastics
• Calculating skirt-layer lengths for different styles and dancers
• Calculating the amount of netting needed
• Bodice, basque, and under-basque construction and finishing
• Boning, straps, and hooks, eyes, and bars
• Peplums and overlays
• Embellishment and decorating
• Cleaning techniques and products
• And much more!

This work should be an essential part of every costumer's and designer's library, and is equally suitable for professionals and amateurs alike. These are the very techniques, materials, measurements, and patterns Ms. Folts uses in her own professional designs.

Coil-bound to lay flat for ease of use. Printed single-sided to leave plenty of room for your own notes and sketches.

Designed and written for use with Ms. Folts' "Adult 8-Piece Bodice Pattern" (Item# PTCF102), although another bodice pattern may be substituted.

Item# BKCF102 - Price:  $30.00 - without bodice pattern
Bodice pattern sold separately
    See the Bodice Patterns page for Bodice options

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