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
Author Biography
Dennic Chunman Lo is Pathway Leader in Fashion at Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts. Before that he was Director of the Creative Pattern Cutting course at London College of Fashion and then Head of Pattern Cutting at ASOS.com for six years.