Ebook: Patternmaking

"An introduction to the basic principles of pattern cutting, this practical book shows students how to interpret the human form and look at clothing through the eyes of a designer rather than a consumer. As well as explaining the proportions of human anatomy, the book introduces key tools and then takes the reader from simple pattern-cutting ideas to more advanced creative methods. Finally, the book looks at the work of fashion designers who are masters of pattern cutting, such as Comme des GarCons, John Galliano, Yohji Yamamoto and Issey Miyake. With photographs of final and dissected garments, along with CAD/CAM diagrams to explain how those pieces were cut, the book will gradually build an understanding of pattern cutting, and enable students to experiment and create exciting patterns for their own designs."--Publisher description.;1. Preparation -- Forms & measurements -- Understanding the fabric -- Flats -- 2. Selecting & using tools -- How to use tools -- 3. The basic block -- Basic bodice block -- Basic sleeve block -- Skirt block -- Dress block -- Pant block -- Patternmaker's aide memoire -- 4. Creating patterns & muslins -- Folding the paper pattern -- Seams. notches & drill holes -- Speaking the pattern maker's language -- The muslin -- 5. Converting the block -- Adding seams -- Eliminating seams -- Moving darts -- Adding seams to eliminate darts -- Adding pleats and tucks -- Adding volume -- Collars -- Openings & fastenings -- Converting a bodice to a jacket block -- 6. Inspirational patternmaking -- A piece of string -- The T coat -- The bias tube -- The parachute dress -- A pierce of cloth -- Iaido tuxedo -- 7. Patternmaking & technology -- Patternmaking software -- Working from the block -- Digital techniques -- Grading, lay planning & output.