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Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design

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ISBN-10: 1563678233

ISBN-13: 9781563678233

Edition: 2nd 2009

Authors: Paula J. Myers-McDevitt

List price: $65.00
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With the growth of private labels in recent years, the demand for industry technicians to measure garments and generate spec sheets has never been greater. The Second Edition of this guide equips students with everything they need to know about measuring sample garments, creating fully-graded spec sheets, and fitting garments for production. Over 450 technical flats are clearly labeled with measurement points and instructions for taking measurements. New sections on men's wear expand upon the already comprehensive coverage of knit and woven women's wear. As the industry has become more computerized, the Second Edition includes current coverage of modern equipment and technology used in…    
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Book details

List price: $65.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Fairchild Books
Publication date: 12/1/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 400
Size: 9.37" wide x 12.05" long x 0.79" tall
Weight: 2.442
Language: English

Paula J. Myers-McDevitt has taught at Cheney University, Immaculata University of Pennsylvania, and Harcum College. She has also worked in the industry as a Technical Design Manager for large corporations such as May Department Stores and Federated Department Stores. Paula has a Masters of Arts Degree in Fashion Merchandising.

Getting Started
Introduction to Size Specification and Technical Design
Tools of the Trade
Basic Measurement Points
Working with Knits
Knit Tops
Knit Skirts
Knit Pants
Knit Dresses
Knit Jumpsuits and One-Piece Garments
Working with Wovens
Woven Tops
Woven Skirts
Woven Pants
Woven Dresses
Woven Jumpsuits and One-Piece Garments
Blazers and Unconstructed Jackets
Outerwear
Coats
Fitting and Grading
Achieving the Perfect Fit
Grading
Appendixes A-D
Basic Garment Croquis
Body Ease