Smocking Secrets

Smocking made simple! 20 stitch patterns to create next-level cosplay

Learn the art of smocking from award-winning costume designer Maggie Hofmann! With step-by-step instructions for 20 American and English smocking techniques, cosplayers can incorporate 3D textures, historical accents, and special effects like fish scales in their designs. Pre-smocked fabric is expensive, but now you can make your own stylish panels for every event. Smocking Secrets will give you the perfect jumping-off point to invent your own fancy flourishes! Take your costumes to the next level with the book’s companion product, smocking stencils in three gridded sizes.

• Add rich texture, 3D effects, and historical flair to your costumes with smocking
• Award-winning cosplayer Maggie Hofmann helps you achieve unique visual effects for theater-ready looks
• Pre-smocked fabric is expensive! Save money by making your own