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Bibliographic Details

Title

Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design: Studio Instant Access

Publisher

Fairchild Books July 2016

Publication Date

2016

Language

English

ISBN 10

1501312715

ISBN 13

9781501312717

Binding

Trade Paperback

Edition

3rd Edition

Condition

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FABRIC sewing

About this title

Synopsis

With the continuing growth of private label brands, the demand for skilled technical designers has never been greater. The 3rd Edition of Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design equips students with everything they need to know about measuring sample garments, creating fully graded spec sheets, fitting garments and grading patterns for production. Over 500 technical flats are clearly labeled with measurement points and instructions for taking measurements. A new chapter on children's wear expands upon the already comprehensive coverage of knit and woven womenswear and menswear. The new edition includes more coverage of PLM/PDM and computer-aided technical design, model measuring, graded pattern nests and more.

New to this Edition
� New section on computer-aided technical design including coverage of PLM/PDM software such as Gerber, Lectra, and Optitex
� New chapter on childrenswear with points of measure (POM) and grading information
� Added instructions on measuring the human body
� Expanded information on fitting and grading
� Updated appendices with new fashion flats and body figure croquis and a metric conversion chart

Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design STUDIO--an online tool for more effective study!

� Watch videos that bring chapter concepts to life
� Download templates, blank and sample spec sheets, basic garment and figure croquis to practice technical design skills
� Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips
� Review concepts with flashcards of essential vocabulary
� Access useful resources like a Care Labeling Guide, Ordering a Dress Form Guide and a Buttonline Card

Instructor Resources
� Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text in the classroom
� Learning with STUDIO Student Registration Guide and a First Day of Class PowerPoint presentation

PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501313097.

About the Author

Paula J. Myers-McDevitt has been a production manager, technical design manager and instructor at Cheney University, Immaculata University of Pennsylvania, and Harcum College, US.

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