This second volume of Fashion Patternmaking Techniques examines the various procedures for
transforming bodices through dart manipulation as well as studying techniques for creating
volumes draping and fitted patterns. The book includes techniques for creating patterns for
knit fabrics basic dress blocks and how to adapt these to different fabric patterns and types
of garment (for example maternity dresses) sleeves basic blocks for men's vests and jackets
size grading for tops and dresses and the fundamentals of pattern layout. This manual prepares
the reader to apply these concepts-along with their own intuition and creativity-to
constructing patterns.