Religion and the decline of magic have been closely intertwined throughout history. As organized religion began to establish its authority and dominance in society, the belief in magic and supernatural forces gradually waned. This decline can be attributed to several key factors. Firstly, religion offered a structured and authoritative system of belief that provided explanations for natural phenomena and offered solace in times of uncertainty. As people sought comfort and meaning in their lives, they turned to religion for answers rather than relying on magical practices. The rituals and ceremonies of established religions were seen as more legitimate and trustworthy compared to the unpredictable and often mysterious nature of magic.
The rituals and ceremonies of established religions were seen as more legitimate and trustworthy compared to the unpredictable and often mysterious nature of magic. Furthermore, with the rise of monotheistic religions such as Christianity, the concept of a single, all-powerful deity took precedence over the multitude of spirits and deities associated with magic. This shift in belief systems led to a decline in the practice of magic, as people began to view it as inferior or even sinful in comparison to their newfound religious convictions.
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!
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devo assolutamente consigliarlo alla ragazza di mio fratello che è laureata in fashion design!
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Additionally, religious institutions actively sought to suppress competing magical traditions, fearing that they undermined their authority and power. Witch trials and inquisitions were common methods used by religious authorities to eradicate magical practices and maintain control over their followers. The persecution and suppression of magical beliefs contributed to their decline and further reinforced the dominance of established religions. However, it is important to note that the decline of magic does not mean its complete eradication. Even though organized religions have exerted significant influence, magical beliefs and practices continue to persist in various forms. Folklore, superstitions, and alternative spirituality movements are examples of contemporary outlets for magical thinking. These practices often exist alongside or even within religious institutions, demonstrating the ongoing and complex relationship between religion and magic. Overall, the decline of magic can be attributed to the rise of organized religion, which offered structured belief systems, explanations for natural phenomena, and a sense of authority and legitimacy. However, the persistence of magical beliefs and practices throughout history highlights the enduring human fascination with the mysterious and supernatural..
Reviews for "Ancient Religions and their Impact on Magical Traditions"
1. John - 2 stars - To me, "Religion and the decline of magic" was a disappointing read. While the title intrigued me, I found the content to be dull and lacking in substance. The author seemed more focused on historical references and dry explanations rather than offering any valuable insights. Additionally, the arguments presented were often biased and did not convince me of the central premise that religion is in decline. Overall, I would not recommend this book for anyone looking for a thought-provoking analysis on the subject.
2. Sarah - 1 star - "Religion and the decline of magic" was a complete waste of my time. I expected an engaging exploration of the relationship between religious beliefs and the diminishing belief in magic, but instead, I found a convoluted mess of repetitive arguments and excessive footnotes. The author failed to provide a clear structure and instead seemed to go off on tangents that were confusing and irrelevant. Furthermore, the writing style was overly academic and inaccessible, making it difficult to stay engaged with the material. Save yourself the trouble and find a different book on the topic.
3. Michael - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Religion and the decline of magic," but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. While the author attempted to cover an interesting topic, the execution was lacking. The book was filled with jargon and complex language that made it difficult to follow along, especially for someone without a strong background in religious studies. Additionally, the author seemed to rely heavily on historical anecdotes that didn't necessarily add much to the central argument. Overall, I found the book to be inaccessible and unenlightening.