UNIQUE SERIES AKTU Syllabus
BBFD353

Elementary Pattern Making

L-T-P0-1-5 Credits3 Session2025-26 TypeLab / Practical
Appears in 1 semester

BFAD · Sem 3 (Lab)

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Syllabus

4 units · 32 lecture hours
Unit1

Unit 1: INTRODUCTION TO PATTERNMAKING

8 hrs

Patternmaking tools. Patternmaking terms. Types of patterns. Balance line terms. Information to be mentioned on patterns. Different body types. Measuring techniques: Circumference, Vertical and horizontal measurements. Individual measurements. Measurements from readymade garments. Size charts.

Unit2

Unit 2

8 hrs

DEVELOPMENT OF BASIC BLOCKS (Pattern development and test fit on muslin): Adult bodice block. Adult sleeve block. Basic skirt. Torso.

Unit3

Unit 3

8 hrs

DART MANIPULATION (Test fit on muslin of at least one design from each category): Single and two dart series by slash-spread and pivotal transfer technique. Princess line foundation. Designing with darts: dart equivalent; Graduated and radiating darts; Asymmetrical dart; Intersecting dart

Unit4

Unit 4: ADAPTATION OF ADULT BASIC BLOCKS

8 hrs
  • Bodice block with yokes. Bodice block with pleats. Skirt block: A-line, Flared. NOTE: Students are required to maintain a portfolio of the patterns developed in Units I, II and IV. Every pattern will be supported by:
  • Step by step process of pattern development
  • Layout for cutting of pattern on fabric (miniatures of the original pattern) For unit III the students are required to maintain a separate file which will include the miniatures of patterns of various designs and their final construction on fabric.

Practical Work

  1. Suggested Assignments
  2. •Analysis of various designs (visuals provided by the faculty or from magazines, internet etc.) and pattern development of the same.
  3. •Keeping the paper patterns of skirts/bodices in mind create innovative designs with respect to selected fabric swatch based on the knowledge gained during the course.
  4. Suggested Visits
  5. •Pattern developers at local tailoring shops and boutiques.
  6. •Sampling department of any nearby garment manufacturing unit.
Course Objectives6 points
  • To impart comprehensive knowledge of patternmaking
  • To introduce the various methods of patternmaking and types of paper patterns
  • To impart knowledge on the importance of body measurements for obtaining a perfect fit in garments
  • To extend knowledge of pattern development through the flat pattern method
  • To acquaint with the principles of dart manipulation
  • To enable the students to develop patterns and test fit the same on dress forms
Course Outcomes (COs)5 outcomes

After completion of the course student will be able to:

  1. •Understand the relation of pattern to body measurements
  2. •Skill of developing paper patterns of required style and fit
  3. •Be able to adapt standard patterns to produce patterns of various styles of garments
  4. •Be able to apply principles of dart manipulation and flat pattern making tocreate different styles
  5. •Be able to analyze the design details and produce patterns which are an exact replica of the designs
Text Books & References20 books

Textbooks

  1. Aldrich Winifred, Metric pattern cutting for women’s wear, 5th Edition, Blackwell publishing, 2008
  2. Armstrong H. J., Pattern Making for Fashion Design, Longman, 2003
  3. Shoben, M.M., Ward, J.P., Pattern cutting and Making up The Professional, Approach, CBS Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd., 1999

Reference Books

  1. Kopp E., et. al., How to Draft Basic Patterns – 3rd Edition, Fairchild Publications, 1988
  2. Liechty E.G., et al., Fitting & Pattern Alteration: A Multi Method Approach, Fairchild Publications, 1986
  3. Attualitá Leri, The 20th C. History of Fashion; Skirts & More Skirts, Zanfi Editori, 1989

Online Resources

  1. http://my.safaribooksonline.com/book/design/9782940439072/patterncutting/
  2. dart_manipulation#X2ludGVybmFsX0J2ZGVwRmxhc2hSZWFkZXI/eG1s
  3. aWQ9OTc4Mjk0MDQzOTA3Mi8zMQ==
  4. http://wps.prenhall.com/chet_armstrong_pattern_5/134/34385/8802714.cw/-
  5. /8802717/index.html
  6. http://www.scribd.com/doc/36932530/Pattern-Making-Instructions
  7. http://www.patterndraftingforfitandfashion.com/files/documents/PatternDraftingFor
  8. FitAndFashion_-_Chapter1.pdf
  9. http://opensourcestitches.wordpress.com/2010/07/14/pattern-drafting-101-draftingthe-
  10. basic-bodice-block/
  11. http://www.sew2pro.com/dart-manipulation/
  12. http://wps.prenhall.com/chet_armstrong_pattern_5/134/34385/8802714.cw/-
  13. /8802717/index.html
  14. http://www.scribd.com/doc/41980215/Lesson-2

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