Advanced pattern making techniques, such as draping, drafting, and grading.
Muhammad Ayoub
GGT, Manager & Garment Technologist, Product development, Sample Execution, At Sana Safinaz, "Empowering Global Change and Growth."
Draping, drafting, and grading are all techniques used in the process of pattern making for clothing design.
Draping involves creating a pattern by shaping fabric directly on a dress form, rather than by drawing a flat pattern on paper. The draping process allows for a more intuitive and sculptural approach to pattern making and is often used to create highly fitted or draped garments.
Drafting is the process of creating a flat pattern on paper from measurements or from draping a fabric on a dress form. This method is used to create the basic shapes that will be used to create the garment. It's more mathematical and technical than draping.
Grading is the process of adjusting a pattern to different sizes. This is done by adjusting the proportions of the pattern pieces, so that they are the correct size for the intended wearer. This can be done by hand or with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Together, these techniques allow designers to create detailed, customized patterns for clothing, giving them the freedom to experiment with new designs and push the boundaries of fashion.
Muhammad Ayoub