The Pattern New Era Cutting System: Ten Complete Lessons for Cut-to-Measure Foundation Patterns, Embracing a Thoro and Accurate System of Measuring (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: The Pattern New Era Cutting System: Ten Complete Lessons for Cut-to-Measure Foundation Patterns, Embracing a Thoro and Accurate System of Measuring (Classic Reprint)
Author: Albert E. Ferguson
ISBN: 9780365250043

Albert E. Ferguson

9780365250043: The Pattern New Era Cutting System: Ten Complete Lessons for Cut-to-Measure Foundation Patterns, Embracing a Thoro and Accurate System of Measuring (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 036525004X ISBN 13: 9780365250043

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master a thorough, cut-to-measure pattern system with step-by-step lessons.

This practical guide offers ten complete lessons for cut-to-measure foundation patterns, built around a careful and accurate measuring method.

From taking precise measurements to translating them into pattern shapes, this edition provides clear, hands-on instruction. It emphasizes patience, practice, and repeatable techniques to achieve reliable fit and finish in garments. The lessons cover essential measurements, pattern foundations, and how to draft pieces for shirts, skirts, and coats using illustrated steps and practical tips.

Learn a full measuring routine that focuses on key areas like neck, back, arm scye, waist, and hip.
Draft and adjust patterns for shirts, shirt waists, skirts, and three-quarter fittings coats.
Understand how to manage darts, fullness, and seam allowances for accurate fit.
Follow step-by-step guidance with reference figures to build reliable, cut-to-measure garments.

Ideal for home sewists seeking a structured method to create well-fitting garments and build lasting pattern-making skills.

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