The Classical, or 'pancake' tutu is central to nearly every ballet ever written or staged.

But... it requires special considerations to appear comfortable and natural on
a pre-teen body.

In this book, Ms. Folts adapts the techniques and methods of "The Classical Tutu Book" to the younger dancer. 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!

Chapter topics include:

• A discussion of all materials needed, from bodice, skirt, and underlining fabrics, through all other materials from boning to leg-elastics
• Calculating ruffle lengths and skirt-layer widths for different styles and dancers
• Calculating the amount of netting needed
• Panty construction
• Leg, seat, and panty ruffles
• Skirt-hooping and hoop-casing
• Bodice and basque construction and finishing
• Special section on creating a 'professional look' with a 'pull-on tutu' and leotard
• Body-form and measurements chart
• And much more!

The book includes Child size 12 tutu-panty and 8-piece bodice 'costumer's muslin' patterns (fits a 10-12 year old). The 'costumer's muslins' are then used as the actual bodice and panty patterns.

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.

Item# BKCF121 - New Lower Price:  $35.00

Additional Bodice and Panty patterns sold separately
We are developing additional Bodice and Panty pattern options for the pre-teen dancer.
    See the Bodice Patterns page for additional Children's Bodice options
    See the Tutu Panty Patterns page for additional Children's Tutu Panty options

All Book and Pattern sales are final - no returns, no exceptions.