The Modern Maker Vol.1: Men's Doublets 2nd edition Hardcover – June 13, 2025

The essential guide to 16th- and early 17th-century doublet construction, now revised and expanded.This updated edition of The Modern Maker Vol. 1: Men’s Doublets builds on the first volume that helped clarify historical garment construction for modern hands. With clarified drafting instructions, newly added doublet styles—including lightweight and peascod-bellied variations—and updated construction techniques based on the latest research, this book offers even deeper insight into the world of early modern menswear.Highlights of the 2nd Edition include:Streamlined drafting instructions with improved clarity and revised drafting proportions.Expanded content covering additional doublet styles, jackets, and jerkins.Revised sewing process with new insights into internal structure and hand tailoring techniques.A restructured layout for easier navigation, including a dedicated stitch appendix.Patterns and instructions based on the Bara system and enriched by historical tailoring manuals.Perfect for costumers, historical reenactors, fashion designers, or any maker with an interest in early modern menswear. Whether you're constructing your first doublet or refining your practice, this edition will guide your process with clarity, accuracy, and historical depth. Read more