Introduction 5
Design and pattern cutting for menswear 6
Tools and equipment for constructing patterns 7
Aliquot parts 8
Glossary 8
Chapter 1 The basic principles – sizing – using the blocks 9
Part One: ‘Flat’ Cutting
Chapter 2 The ‘fl at’ blocks – woven and jersey fabrics 19
Chapter 3 Leisurewear, weatherwear and sportswear 27
Chapter 4 Workwear 47
Chapter 5 Basic nightwear 57
Part Two: Standard Pattern Cutting Processes
Chapter 6 Constructing sleeves 63
Chapter 7 Constructing openings and collars 79
Part Three: ‘Form’ Cutting – Classic and Casual Menswear
Chapter 8 Classic suit jackets 97
Chapter 9 Classic and casual trousers 109
Chapter 10 Classic and casual shirts 119
Chapter 11 Classic and casual overgarments 129
Part Four: Sizing and Fit
Chapter 12 Basic grading techniques 155
Chapter 13 Drafting and adapting the blocks for individual fi gures 163
Part Five: Computer Aided Design (Cad)
Chapter 14 Computer generated design and pattern making 173
Chapter index 195
Winifred Aldrich is a practising designer who was formerly Professor of Clothing Technology at The Nottingham Trent University. She has written six books including Metric Pattern Cutting, Metric Pattern Cutting for Children s Wear and Babywear, Fabric, Form and Flat Pattern Cutting and Pattern Cutting for Women s Tailored Jackets.
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