Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design - Bundle Book + Studio Access Card (Paperback, 3rd edition)

The third edition of Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design equips students with everything they need to know about measuring sample garments, creating fully graded spec sheets, fitting garments, and grading patterns for production. Over 500 technical flats are clearly labeled with measurement points and instructions for taking measurements. The book includes spec sheets for different types of garments and industry forms explained within the context of the production process. An entire section is devoted to correcting fitting issues with pattern alterations and grade rules for both number and letter sizing. The accompanying downloadable templates and forms allow readers to develop their own private label specification sheets and improve their technical design skills. New to this Edition -Features instructions on measuring the human body -Introduces PLM/PDM software such as Gerber, lectra, and Optitex in Chapter 2 -Includes expanded information on fitting and grading -Provides new fashion flats and body figure croquis and a metric conversion chart in updated appendices -New Chapter 16 on children's wear includes step-by-step illustrated instructions for new points of measure * New section on computer-aided technical design including coverage of PLM/PDM software such as Gerber, Lectra, and Optitex * New chapter on childrenswear with points of measure (POM) and grading information * Added instructions on measuring the human body * Expanded information on fitting and grading * Updated appendices with new fashion flats and body figure croquis and a metric conversion chart STUDIO Resources * Watch videos that bring chapter concepts to life * Download templates, blank and sample spec sheets, basic garment and figure croquis to practice technical design skills * Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips * Review concepts with flashcards of essential vocabulary * Access useful resources such as a Care Labeling Guide, Ordering a Body Form Guide and a Buttonline Card Instructor Resources * Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text in the classroom * Learning with STUDIO Student Registration Guide and a First Day of Class PowerPoint presentation

General

Imprint:	Fairchild Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2016
Authors:	Paula J Myers-McDevitt
Dimensions:	260 x 307 x 35mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback • Other printed item
Edition:	3rd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-5013-1309-7
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Industrial / commercial art & design > Fashion design Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Service industries > Fashion & beauty industries > General Promotions
LSN:	1-5013-1309-6
Barcode:	9781501313097

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