Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare workstation
- Workstation and seating are set up according to OHS practices and specifications for work.
- Pattern-making tools and equipment are selected and prepared.
- Any additional materials and equipment required to perform task are collected.
- Pattern-making tools, equipment and supplies are laid out for efficient and safe operation.
- Interpret the design
- Design drawings and specifications are interpreted and clarified.
- Design lines and style features are identified.
- Fabric characteristics and performance, and trims and finishings are considered in relation to design.
- Any special construction methods or trim details of garment are considered in relation to design.
- Ease allowance is determined.
- Details of base size are obtained.
- Select block
- Create pattern
- Advanced patternmaking principles are applied in developing pattern.
- Methods and formulas used are documented.
- Pattern is produced from existing block to specified design.
- Pattern pieces are checked for accuracy of seam allowances, ease allowance, seam match, hems and functional openings.
- Pattern pieces are labelled and markings completed.
- Test and finalise pattern
- Toile or garment segments are tested as appropriate.
- Toile or garment segments are examined and assessed against design specifications.
- Any pattern alterations are completed and assessed to meet specifications.
- Pattern is finalised and checked to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance to design specifications.
- Prepare pattern documentation for production
- Sizing system for pattern and base size are identified.
- Spreadsheet of full range for selected sizing system is prepared with essential measurements.
- Grade table for full size range is prepared.
- Pattern specification sheets with trade drawings are completed and attached to patterns for storage.
- Work order for sizing labels is prepared as required.
- Finished patterns are filed.