I am looking for some practical hands on information about building invisible mannequins as described by Chris Paulocik in the new publication "Museum Mannequins: A guide for a perfect fit." by ARG.
First Chris describes a herringbone technique of applying strips of buckram starting from the neck down. Yet in the illustration it appears that a sheet of buckram is being applied to the lower hip area. Are sheets applied as a consolidating layer once the from is covered via the herring bone technique to provide extra strength?
Second Does anyone have any streamlined ideas on how to efficiently cut up enough buckram? Let's face it this stuff is tough.
Finally how many yards is needed to complete one 20th century form?
Thank you for all your help.
Ann Frisina
Textile Conservator
Minnesota Historical Society
345 Kellogg Blvd. W.
St. Paul, MN. 55104
651 297-5490