Table Of Content*Getting Started- Introduction to Size Specification and Technical Design- Tools of the Trade- Basic Measurement Points* Working with Knits- Knit Tops- Knit Skirts- Knit Dresses- Knit Jumpsuits One-Piece Garments* Working with Wovens- Woven Tops- Woven Skirts- Woven Pants- Woven Jumpsuits and One-Piece Garments* Fitting and Grading- Achieving the Perfect Fit- Grading*Appendices A-D- Basic Garment Croquis- Body Ease- Care Labelling- Ordering a Body FormTEXT FEATURES* Illustrated instructions for over 150 basic measurement points* Step-by-step instructions for measuring, fitting and creating spec sheets for twelve different types of garments* Chapter on grading for missy garments* Includes sample spec sheets, grading charts, garment croquis and helpful body measurement and ease charts* Over 750 illustrationsCD-ROM FEATURES* Contains easy to printout files of technical art and blank spec sheets used for measuring the twelve different garments* Illustrations of 150 croquis featured in the text
SynopsisIncludes an overview of terms, procedures and career opportunities in technical design. The user will learn how to measure sample garments, create fully graded spec sheets and fit garments. This book is intended for students and industry professionals working without a comprehensive spec manual.