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Pattern cutting / Dennic Chunman Lo - Second edition. - 300 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm - Portfolio skills. .

“With 32 videos” available by QR code in chapters or website.
Previous edition: 2011


Preparation – Taking measurements – Selecting & using tools – The basic block – Creating patterns – Creating & fitting the toile – Converting the block – Adding styles – Stretch fabrics – Inspirational pattern cutting – Pattern cutting & technology – Resources


This practical guide explains how to take accurate measurements, introduces key tools and takes you from simple pattern-cutting ideas to more advanced creative methods. Step-by-step illustrations show how to create and then fit basic bodice, sleeve, skirt, dress, and trouser blocks, and how to adapt these to create patterns for original designs. New material includes advice on fitting toiles and working with stretch fabrics. There is also a fully updated chapter dedicated to digital technology. New to this edition: Access to 32 instructional videos

ISBN: 9781786276049

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Dressmaking $xPattern design.

LC Class. No.: TT 520 / L6 2021.