Patternmaking for Fashion Design, 5th Edition

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Basic Approach Renowned for its comprehensive coverage, exceptional illustrations and clear instructions, Patternmaking for Fashion Design offers detailed yet easy-to-understand explanations of the essence of pattern making. Hinging on a recurring theme that all designs are based on one or more of the three major pattern making and design principles-dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring-it provides students with all the relevant information necessary to create design patterns with accuracy regardless of their complexity. One innovative, new information in this book include: Updated with modern, cutting-edge sketches and designs. Ribbing added to the knit section of Chapter 27. More materials on children’s wear and swim wear. Knock offs. Fitting corrections Advanced design projects A practical introduction to pattern making Complete coverage of the three steps of design patterns: dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring. Chapter projects