Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics

This book teaches advanced patternmaking skills with stretch knit fabrics, which is one of the most common fabric type used in the apparel industry. The second edition includes diverse body sizing including plus size figures, examples in activewear, and more.

With hundreds of step-by-step illustrated instructions and a user-friendly, lay-flat format, Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics, Second Edition provides emerging fashion designers with comprehensive information on how to draft patterns for popular cut-and-sew stretch knit fabrics, such as jersey and knits with spandex. After covering the basics of knits and techniques for gauging stretch capacity, Julie Cole provides a clear and unique explanation of drafting slopers using hip and top foundations. She then provides information on converting, drafting, grading, and reducing patterns for proper fit in four categories of stretch. The book proceeds to drafting slopers and patterns for tops, dresses, jackets, sweaters, cardigans, skirts, pants, lingerie, swimwear, and activewear.

Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics, Second Edition is ideal for students with basic or intermediate patternmaking, and sewing skills for any course in which students design and draft patterns using both knits and woven fabrics. It is the only textbook entirely devoted to patternmaking and working with stretch knits in the market, making it a crucial addition to students’ education.

New to this Edition:
- A New chapter with Sloper/Patterns for inclusive range of sizes
- New patterns including skirt with partial elastic waistband and zipper, asymmetrical swimsuit, as well as patterns for a larger range of sizes
- Introducing Size-Inclusive Measurement Charts
- Updated Student Activity Boxes such as, "Important", "Pattern Tip", and "Stitching Tip"
-New: Appendix includes Measurement Charts for Hip and Top Foundations, Sleeves and Pants for sizes 8—XS to 22-24—2XL.

Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics STUDIO
- Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips
- Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions
-Downloadable slopers to practice newly learned techniques

Instructor Resources
- Instructor’s Guide and Test Bank includes sample syllabi, suggested projects, test questions, and evaluation guides