Designing Patterns A Fresh Approach To Pattern Cutting by Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell

A Fresh Approach To Pattern Cutting

A clear, practical guide to pattern cutting that presents a design-led, geometric approach to creating and manipulating basic blocks into a wide range of garments. Step-by-step instructions, diagrams and templates explain measurement, drafting, fitting, grading and style variations, emphasizing creative transformations of seamlines, drape and construction so readers can produce original, well-fitting patterns for different fabrics and silhouettes. Ideal for students, dressmakers and designers seeking a modern, visual method to develop patterns from first principles.