Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

<ul><li>Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, or grading devices.</li><li>Input specifications into computers to assist with pattern design and pattern cutting.</li><li>Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.</li><li>Make adjustments to patterns after fittings.</li><li>Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.</li><li>Mark samples and finished patterns with information, such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.</li><li>Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.</li><li>Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.</li><li>Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.</li><li>Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.</li><li>Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.</li><li>Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.</li><li>Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.</li><li>Create design specifications to provide instructions on garment sewing and assembly.</li><li>Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.</li><li>Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.</li></ul>