"The Red Scrolls of Magic" is a fantasy novel written by Cassandra Clare and Wesley Chu. It is part of the "Shadowhunter Chronicles" and serves as a companion novel to the main series. The story follows Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood, popular characters from the series, as they embark on a journey together. The novel is set after the events of "City of Heavenly Fire," where Magnus and Alec have finally found some peace after a long and tumultuous journey. However, their hopes of a quiet life are shattered when they discover a demon-worshipping cult called the Crimson Hand. This sinister organization is spreading chaos and destruction across the world, and Magnus and Alec are determined to stop them.
This sinister organization is spreading chaos and destruction across the world, and Magnus and Alec are determined to stop them. As the adventure unfolds, Magnus and Alec find themselves traveling to various cities around Europe, including Paris and Venice. Along the way, they face dangerous demons, encounter old friends and enemies, and uncover shocking secrets about the Shadowhunter world.
Review: Pattern Magic 1 + 2 by Tomoko Nakamichi
English For the first time Pattern Magic 1 and 2 (the cult pattern-cutting book from Japan) has been published in English! I must be honest and say that I didn’t know this artist before. I know these books can seem slightly different from those of which I speak normally here on IB but reading them I’ve had an explosion of inspiration, and I’m not even an expert in sewing and even less in fashion design!
Some inspiration I had…
In front of these real “Sculptures of clothes” my mind began to wonder about what kind of things is possible to create taking inspiration from them. For example, I realized that many of the details in these three-dimensional works could go also on a fabric doll, on a super original bag, on a unique pillow, a bedspread or millinery articles and hats. Imagine these protruding and falling shapes on them!
A super useful thing I found in these books is that EACH of the projects shown has its own tutorial with text, measurements and step by step images that show you how to create the paper pattern. This allow you also to learn new sewing techniques.
And what about the application of these ideas of three-dimensional shapes with holes, cones, cubes, balls, accordions… to other materials? Yes, think to the clay. It can be thinning and modeled using these patterns to recreate a realistic bow (in the “Pattern Magic 1″ book there are various example of bows) or an original tie. I think it’s amazing.
Some specification…
Both Pattern Magic 1 and Pattern Magic 2 has 200 illustrations each one, 104 pages and are 257 x 190 mm.
They come in a soft cover and are published by Laurence King, from which you can also buy them online.
About the author…
“After serving many years as a professor at Bunka Fashion College, Ms. Nakamichi currently delivers lectures and holds curses on design making, both in Japan and overseas. This book brings together the results of the research on garment patterns she has carried out to help instruct her students.”
I decided to review these books because of their peculiarities and the inspiration they gave to me. I’m sure that many of you, fashion designers or not, can learn a lot from these tutorials and bring to life original ideas using their own creativity.
Italiano Per la priam volta Pattern Magic 1 e 2 (il libro cult dal Giappone sul taglio del cartamodello) e stato pubblicato in Inglese! Devo essere onesta e dire che non conoscevo questa artista prima. So che questi libri possono sembrare leggermente differenti da quelli di cui parlo di solito qui in IB ma leggendoli, ho avuto un’esplosione di ispirazione, e non sono neanche un’esperta di cucito, men che meno in fashion design!
Alcune delle ispirazioni che ho avuto…
Di fronte a queste vere e proprie “Sculture di vestiti” la mia mente ha iniziato a immaginare che tipo di cose sia possibile creare prendendo ispirazione da esse. Per esempio, ho realizzato che molti dei dettagli di questi lavori potrebbero anche finire in una bambola di stoffa, in una borsa super originale, un cuscino unico, un copriletto, in articoli di modisteria e cappelli. Immaginateli con queste protuberanze e queste rientranze!
Una cosa che ho trovato super utile in questi libri è che ognuno dei progetti mostrati è accompagnato dal suo tutorial con testo, misure e una serie di immagini passo passo che ti mostrano come si crea il cartamodello. Questo ti permette anche di imparare nuove tecniche di cucito.
E che ne dici dell’applicazione di queste idee di forme tridimensionali con buchi, coni, cubi, sfere, fisarmoniche… ad altri materiali? Si, pensa ad esempio alle paste sintetiche come il fimo. Può essere steso e assotigliato per creare una sorta di “foglio” del giusto spessore per poter essere poi modellato usando questi modelli per ricreare dei fiocchi realistici (nel Pattern Magic 1 ci sono vari esempi di fiocchi diversi) o una cravatta originale. Fantastico.
Qualche specifica…
Entrambi i libri, Pattern Magic 1 e Pattern Magic 2 hanno 200 illustrazioni l’uno, 104 pagine e misurano 257 x 190 mm.
Hanno una copertina morbida e sono pubblicati da Laurence King, da dove potete anche acquistarli online.
L’ autrice…
“Dopo aver prestato servizio per molti anni come professoressa al Bunka Fashion College, la signora Nakamichi attualmente tiene conferenze e corsi sul design, sia in Giappone che all’estero. Questo libro raccoglie i risultati della ricerca sui modelli di abbigliamento che ha effettuato per istruire i suoi studenti.”
Ho deciso di recensire questi libri proprio per la loro particolarità e per l’ispirazione che hanno suscitato in me. Sono sicura che molti di voi, fashion designers e non, possono imparare molto da questi tutorials e dare vita a nuove ed originali idee usando la propria creatività.
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I have the second book and I love it! It truly is inspiring to think of different ways to approach design–and have fun in the process.
wow bellissimi .. nemmeno io li conoscevo questi libri!! Devono essere davvero ricchi di ispirazioni! :D
Si! Ho deciso di recensirli proprio perchè davvero ho pensato subito a quante di voi (noi) potessero tornare un sacco utili per sfornare nuove idee. Sono troppo contenta che vi piacciano!
conosco questi libri!sono semplicemente F-A-V-O-L-O-S-I.
devo assolutamente consigliarlo alla ragazza di mio fratello che è laureata in fashion design!
Comunque hai ragione quei modelli sono una grande fonte di ispirazione anche per chi non cuce!!
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They must also confront their own inner demons and insecurities, testing the strength of their relationship. "The Red Scrolls of Magic" explores themes of identity, love, and the consequences of one's actions. It delves into Magnus Bane's past, shedding light on his struggles and revealing his vulnerabilities. The story also touches upon the prejudices faced by Downworlders, supernatural creatures such as vampires and werewolves, in the Shadowhunter society. One of the highlights of the novel is the dynamic between Magnus and Alec. Their love for each other is beautifully portrayed, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses as individuals and as a couple. Their relationship is a central theme, emphasizing the power of acceptance and understanding. Overall, "The Red Scrolls of Magic" is a thrilling and emotional addition to the Shadowhunter Chronicles. It provides fans with a deeper insight into the world of Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood, while also delivering a gripping and action-packed storyline. With its engaging characters, rich world-building, and heartwarming romance, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages..
Reviews for "A study of the narrative structure in "The Red Scrolls of Magic"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really excited to read "The Red Scrolls of Magic" as a fan of the Shadowhunters series, but I ended up feeling disappointed. The story lacked the tension and depth that I was used to from Cassandra Clare's previous books. The characters felt underdeveloped and their relationships didn't feel as compelling. Overall, I found the plot to be predictable and it didn't offer anything new or exciting to the Shadowhunters universe.
2. Michael - 2 stars - I have been a long-time fan of Cassandra Clare's works, but "The Red Scrolls of Magic" was a letdown for me. The pacing of the book was slow, and I struggled to stay engaged with the story. The romance between Alec and Magnus, which is one of the main selling points, felt forced and lacked the chemistry that I was expecting. Additionally, the world-building in this book felt weak and inconsistent compared to Clare's previous works. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster addition to the Shadowhunters series.
3. Emily - 3 stars - As a fan of the Shadowhunters series, "The Red Scrolls of Magic" failed to meet my expectations. While the book had some enjoyable moments, I found the overall plot to be predictable and lacking in originality. The action sequences were described in a way that made it difficult to visualize the scenes, and the writing style felt forced at times. Additionally, the character development was shallow and I struggled to connect with the new characters introduced in this book. Overall, I was left feeling underwhelmed by this installment.
4. Mark - 2 stars - I was highly anticipating "The Red Scrolls of Magic" as a fan of the Shadowhunters series, but I found it to be a tedious read. The story felt disjointed and lacked a clear direction. The attempted humor often fell flat, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. Furthermore, the romantic relationship between Alec and Magnus, which has been a highlight in previous books, didn't have the same charm and depth in this installment. Overall, I was disappointed with the execution of this book and it didn't meet the standards set by Cassandra Clare's previous works.