Pattern Cutter
- Extensive experience of XX years in cutting out a pattern based on the pieces; using computer-aided design and traditional hand-drawing methods to make up patterns; creating new pattern templates based on drawings and adjusting existing patterns; draping pieces of material over a dummy and pinning them to fit
- Draping pieces of material over a dummy, shaping and pinning them around the ‘body’ until they fit correctly, then cutting out a pattern based on the pieces; altering and shaping flat, standard pattern ‘blocks’ into a style; modifying non-standard pattern ‘bases’ taken from the company’s pattern library
- Substantial experience in pattern designing, layout, cutting, and alteration; in-depth knowledge of draped and flat methods of pattern cutting; remarkable knowledge of clothing calculation, fabric measurement, and garment construction; familiarity with working with design sketches and improving quality standards
- Ability to maintain positive relationships with machinists, designers, and clients; capable to detect wrong patterns and amend them accordingly; good knowledge of garment construction and women’s wear fast fashion; a good eye for detail, highly organized and with excellent communication skills
