{"product_id":"metric-pattern-cutting-for-childrens-wear-and-babywear-isbn-9781405182928","title":"Metric Pattern Cutting for Children's Wear and Babywear","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis fourth edition of \u003ci\u003eMetric Pattern Cutting for Children's Wear and Babywear\u003c\/i\u003e remains the standard text book but has three major improvements.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst, the sections have been re-organised to reflect changes in producing and marketing children's clothes. Today's popularity of easy-fitting styles and knitted fabrics means that basic \u003ci\u003e'flat' pattern cutting\u003c\/i\u003e is used to construct the majority of children's wear and babywear and this type of cutting is therefore emphasised in this new edition. Shaped blocks and garments, cut to fit the body form, are still included, and are placed in chapters covering some school uniform garments or more expensive fashion or formal clothes. The book now clearly separates the sections useful to student beginners (Parts One, Two and Three), and also offers more advanced or specialist sections for students who wish to pursue a career in children's wear or for designers working in the different manufacturing sectors of the trade.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe second change in this fourth edition is the introduction of colour coding to the sections; this makes it easier to identify specific processes in the book and enhances the illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinally, the size charts have been revised to reflect the changes in body sizing. The clear division of the boys' and girls' measurements in the charts has been in response to the way clothes are marketed and to co-ordinate with European size charts. 'Plus' charts for heavier children have also been added.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign and pattern cutting for babywear and children’s wear 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe growth of children and adolescents 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTools and equipment for making patterns 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 The basic principles – sizing – using the blocks 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One: ‘Flat’ Cutting – Babywear (birth–2 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Specifi c babywear blocks 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Specifi c babywear adaptations 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two: ‘Flat’ Cutting – Basic Garments (1–14 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 The ‘fl at’ blocks – woven and jersey fabrics 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Basic tops, dresses and skirts for girls 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Overgarments for girls and boys 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Sport and leisurewear for girls and boys 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Nightwear for boys and girls 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Three: Standard Pattern Cutting Processes (birth–14 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Constructing sleeves 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Constructing openings, collars and hoods 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Four: ‘Form ‘ Cutting – Schoolwear and Formal Wear (3–14 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Classic blocks for schoolwear and formal wear 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Pattern adaptations for schoolwear 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13 Pattern adaptations for girls’ formal wear 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Five: ‘Form’ Cutting – Constructing Blocks For Girls With Developing Figures (11–14 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14 The basic blocks and size charts 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Six: Grading Patterns (birth–14 years)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15 Grading patterns for babywear and children’s wear 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Aliquot parts 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupplementary body measurements 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBibliography and further reading 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter index 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinifred Aldrich\u003c\/b\u003e is a practising fashion designer, experienced in both the industry and education, and is now working in computer-aided design in her own studio. She was previously a lecturer in Loughborough and London for 14 years and is continuing her research at The Nottingham Trent University. Her books on pattern cutting have become bestsellers.\u003c\/p\u003e  Hundreds of stylish illustrations and clear, concise instructions are used to illustrate this flexible system of pattern cutting, offering both students and designers the means to achieve original, well-cut designs. The children's clothing market has changed remarkably during the last decade, and this standard work has been revised to reflect new developments, including the increasing importance of the teenage customer. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis fourth edition of \u003ci\u003eMetric Pattern Cutting for Children's Wear and Babywear\u003c\/i\u003e now uses colour to differentiate the main groups of patterns and with its tried and tested layout is an essential purchase for students of fashion and design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989616410853,"sku":"NP9781405182928","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781405182928.jpg?v=1761784825","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/metric-pattern-cutting-for-childrens-wear-and-babywear-isbn-9781405182928","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}