A fully comprehensive and extensively illustrated textbook on pattern grading for women's clothes. The grading system demonstrated is unique in that it can be applied to any rational sizing system rather than being tied to one sizing system only. Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of pattern grading and each subject is developed in a logical and integrated fashion.
This step-by-step introduction to grading combines the theory of pattern grading with its practical applications. After presenting the x, y orientation to familiarize readers with the concepts of computer grading and using the Cartesian graph, the text takes a holistic approach, integrating anthropometry, size specifications, and grade guides into the grading process for women's garments with emphasis on maintaining fit and style sense. Concepts are also applicable to grading men's and children's patterns. The 3rd Edition is user friendly, with completed grading charts and practice exercises in every chapter. The text has been updated with current sizing and industry classification standards. New to this Edition: - Expanded discussion of computer grading technology including Optitex, Gerber, Lectra, and Tukatech software - 20% new end of chapter exercise questions - More coverage of grading pants with new illustrations - New grading design variations for the skirt back grade, two dart bodice front, bodice with midriff, bodice with yokes, asymmetrical styles, skirts with pockets,and the two-piece sleeve - Added discussion of stack points, full grade and half grade - New Test Bank with terminology testing, t/f, multiple choice, and an answer key
Enlarging or reducing a sewing pattern - Grading women's garments fashion book This book, the third stage in our ”Become a Pattern drafter / Women’s garments"" series, completes the creation of garments developed earlier using a point-by-point explanation of how to move from one size to the other. Conceived to respond to the needs of today’s clothing and fashion industry, it also addresses individuals passionate about sewing thanks to the choice of models used which can serve as examples for creating a multitude of other designs. ABOUT THE AUTHOR A patternmaker in the clothing industry and then a trainer for the LECTRA company, Nathalie Coppin currently gives all CAD classes in patternmaking at ESMOD Paris. She was thus the best person to write this book on methods for grading.
Metric Pattern Cutting for Women's Wear provides a straightforward introduction to the principles of form pattern cutting for garments to fit the body shape, and flat pattern cutting for casual garments and jersey wear. This sixth edition remains true to the original concept: it offers a range of good basic blocks, an introduction to the basic principles of pattern cutting and examples of their application into garments. Fully revised and updated to include a brand new and improved layout, up-to-date skirt and trouser blocks that reflect the changes in body sizing, along with updates to the computer-aided design section and certain blocks, illustrations and diagrams. This best-selling textbook still remains the essential purchase for students and beginners looking to understand pattern cutting and building confidence to develop their own pattern cutting style.
The technical Become a Pattern Drafter series presents garment construction bases for the different sectors of ready-to-wear: Men, Women and Children. Using a simple, clear, logical, precise method, these books are conceived through a rational technique known as Flat Patternmaking which gives valid, key formulas to help construct any conceivable garment. The methods are accessible to everyone : those wanting to make unique creations for their family or those who wish to pursue a creative career in fashion as patternmakers,
Grading is an underrated aspect of the fashion industry. This book aims to give a general description of what grading involves, to explain the principles that govern grading formulae and to provide a reference manual for style grading.
Reducing or enlarging a sewing pattern - Grading children's garments This book, the second stage in our ""Become a pattern drafter”, Children’s garments series, completes the creation of garments developed earlier using a point-by-point explanation of how to move from one size to the other. Conceived to respond to the needs of today’s clothing industry, it also addresses individuals passionate about sewing thanks to the choice of models used which can serve as examples for creating a multitude of other designs. Manual methods and sizing charts for the models in a children’s wardrobe are explained. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Claire Wargnier is a graduate of ESMOD, the world's oldest and most renowned fashion design school, where she was a pattern-drafting professor during thirty years. Her experience in the different sectors of the fashion industry have allowed her to adapt her teaching methods to the students' needs. She is also a consultant in the fashion industry, works and lives in Paris.
