A fully comprehensive and extensively illustrated textbook on pattern grading for women′s clothes. The grading system demonstrated is unique in that it can be applied to any rational sizing system rather than being tied to one sizing system only. Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of pattern grading and each subject is developed in a logical and integrated fashion.
From the Back Cover
At last, a fully comprehensive and up–to–date book on the subject of sizing technology for women s clothes. The grading system demonstrated is simple and effective and can be applied to most size charts used for women s clothing.
The development of the system is fully described and provides the essential background for students, teachers and professionals. An entire chapter is devoted to computerised pattern grading and explains the principles of this technology in simple and practical terms.
The development of the system is fully described and provides the essential background for students, teachers and professionals. An entire chapter is devoted to computerised pattern grading and explains the principles of this technology in simple and practical terms.
Over 48 examples of basic and styled grades are shown with each one broken down into logical stages accompanied by clear illustrations and easy to follow instructions. Written by an acknowledged expert on the subject, this book makes pattern grading easy and understandable.
About the Author
Since graduating from London College of Fashion, Gerry Cooklin has spent over thirty years in the English and Israeli clothing industries. For the past twelve years he was deputy managing director of the Bagir Group in Israel where he was responsible for technology and development. He is a senior lecturer at the Shenkar College and has also written three text books on clothing technology for the Israeli Ministry of Labour.
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