Fashion Design 101
Pattern-making is an essential skill for any aspiring fashion designer. It is the process of creating a blueprint or template for a garment that will guide the cutting and sewing of the fabric. The pattern is made based on the designer's measurements or a standard size chart. A well-made pattern translates into a well-fitting garment. In this lesson, we will cover the basics of pattern-making for fashion design.
There are two methods of pattern-making: draping and flat pattern-making. Draping involves manipulating fabric on a dress form to create a pattern. Flat pattern-making is done on paper or cardboard and involves using mathematical calculations and measurements to create a pattern. Flat pattern-making is the most common method used in the fashion industry.
The three basic pattern-making tools are a ruler, a French curve, and a set square. The ruler is used to measure straight lines, the French curve is used to create curved lines, and the set square is used to create straight lines at right angles. A pattern-maker also needs a sharp pair of scissors, a tape measure, and a pencil.
Before pattern-making, it is essential to have an understanding of the human body's basic measurements. These measurements include the bust, waist, and hip circumference, the back and front waist length, the shoulder width, and the sleeve length. Once the measurements are taken, they are used to create a basic block pattern that is then modified to create different garment styles.
When creating a pattern, it is important to add seam allowances, hem allowances, and notches for matching pattern pieces during sewing. Seam allowances are added to the edge of the pattern, where two pieces of fabric will be joined. Hem allowances are added to the bottom of the pattern, where the garment will be finished. Notches are used to match different pattern pieces during sewing.
In conclusion, pattern-making is an essential skill for fashion designers. It involves creating a blueprint for a garment that will guide the cutting and sewing of the fabric. The two methods of pattern-making are draping and flat pattern-making. Basic tools include a ruler, a French curve, and a set square. Measurements of the human body are crucial in creating a pattern, and adding seam allowances, hem allowances, and notches is essential.
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