Pattern Making (Theory)

Paper Code: 
GPM 201
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Develop skill in pattern making and its techniques
  2. Study the concept of fitting and pattern alterations

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

  Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

COURSE CODE

Course Title

GPM 201

Pattern Making

(Theory)

 

The students will be able to –

 

CO 14.Explain the basic skill of taking body measurements.

CO 15.Comprehend terminology of pattern construction.

CO 16.Develop an understanding of techniques of pattern making.

CO 17.Analyze the advantages in draping.

CO 18.Recognize and appreciate the concept of pattern alteration for fit.

Approach in teaching: Interactive lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Power point presentations, Relevant videos.

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Group discussion, Quiz, Topic presentation

Assignments ,Class test, Semester end examinations

 

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Taking Body Measurements
  • Measuring tools and equipment
  • Measuring techniques and locating land marks
  • Measurements chart for children, women, men.
  • Understanding the sizing systems comparing U.K. , U.S. and Indian sizes
9.00
Unit II: 
Introduction to pattern construction

 

●        Pattern making tools

●        Pattern making and pattern production terms

●        Marking the pattern

●        Commercial paper pattern

o    Importance of commercial patterns

o    Pattern selection/size/styles

o    Buying a pattern

o    Parts of pattern

9.00
Unit III: 
Techniques of pattern making
  • Drafting, flat pattern and draping
  • Introduction to flat pattern:
  • Slash and spread and Pivot method
  • Dart manipulation rules
9.00
Unit IV: 
Draping
  • Equipment and tools for draping
  • Preparation of muslin for draping
  • Draping of basic bodice and skirt
9.00
Unit V: 
Pattern alteration

 

●        Fitting room

●        Principles of fitting

●        Common fitting problems and their remedies

●        Introduction to Basic and Advance pattern alteration

Essential Readings: 
  • Reader’s D. (1981) Complete guide to sewing (8th ed.). New York, The Reader’s Digest Associations Ltd.
  • Kallal M. J., (1985)  Clothing construction, New York, Mac Millan Publishing Company
  • Relis N.& Jaffe, H., (2004) Draping for fashion design, (4th ed.), New York, Prentice Hall
  • Armstrong, Joseph H., (2009). Pattern making for fashion design, (5th ed.) New York, Prentice Hall
  • Armstrong, Helen J., (2013) Draping for apparel design, (3rd ed.)New York, Fairchild Books Publication
  • Penelope, C., (1996) The complete book of sewing: a practical step by step guide to sewing techniques, New York, ADK Publishing Book.

 

References: 

E-Resources:

Academic Year: 
2022-23
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