Pattern Cutting

The definition of pattern cutting is: Pattern cutting is making a basic pattern, to your specific measurements, that you can adapt to make different styles or trousers, skirts or bodices. Because they are based on your own measurements the fit will be much better than with a commercial pattern that you buy.

This process is extremely important because if you get it wrong or the markings are slightly off you could ruin the entire garment. Now technology is in the picture pattern cutting is even more essential to the industry as more and more items are being sold online as well as in shops.

The first process is marking out the garment, this is usually done using a model or manikin to perfectly fit the desired look. Capture 2

Next you have to mark out the measurements on the fabric and then make sure that they’re perfectly drawn.

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After that you will need to cut along the lines very carefully to make sure you stay in your desired line.

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This is the finished design after they sewed it up and added on the collar. Unfortunately the lighting isn’t as good in the final picture therefore making it look a different colour to the previously cut fabric.

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