Overview

The invention of computer aided design (CAD) has revolutionised pattern cutting for clothing. Lectra’s Modaris pattern cutting software is a key tool in pattern production. Using a practical approach and clear examples throughout, Pattern cutting for clothing using CAD is an essential guide for all users of Lectra Modaris. Beginning with an overview of the role of patterns in clothing manufacture, the key documents and tools of the trade are discussed before the keyboard, mouse and screen layout in Lectra Modaris are introduced. Title blocks and all aspects of digitising a clothing pattern are examined in clear, concise steps, followed by a thorough guide to the Lectra Modaris toolbox and the upper and lower toolbar menus. Creating size ranges and the importance of measurements and size charts are discussed, before the book concludes with an indispensable ‘How do I?’ guide to the Lectra Modaris functions and menus, indexed by required action. Drawing on a wealth of practical experience, Pattern cutting for clothing using CAD is an indispensable, practical and user-friendly guide to making the most of Lectra’s Modaris software for both students and professionals in textiles and fashion.

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Author:   M Stott (Consultant, UK)
Publisher:   Elsevier Science & Technology
Imprint:   Woodhead Publishing Ltd
Volume:   137
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   0.730kg
ISBN:  

9780857092311

ISBN 10:   0857092316
Pages:   176
Publication Date:   30 October 2012
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles Disclaimer Preface Chapter 1: The role of patterns in clothing manufacture: generating and communicating information Abstract: 1.1 Introduction: the Pattern Cutter’s place in apparel production 1.2 The pattern cutting team 1.3 Specifications, measurement charts and other documents 1.4 Computerised documentation 1.5 Tools of the trade Chapter 2: Introduction to the keyboard mouse and screen layout in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 2.1 Introduction to Modaris 2.2 The keyboard 2.3 The mouse 2.4 The Modaris home screen layout 2.5 Navigating the home screen: the x-axis and y-axis 2.6 Bringing up different screens and moving them around 2.7 Practice exercise Chapter 3: Title blocks in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 3.1 Introduction: information for patterns 3.2 Title blocks 3.3 Model identification sheet 3.4 Individual sheet 3.5 Variant 3.6 Industry example Chapter 4: Digitising a clothing pattern on Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 4.1 Introduction: digitising hardware 4.2 Digitising with or without seam allowances 4.3 Pattern preparation 4.4 The digitising process 4.5 Handset button notes 4.6 Digitising problems Chapter 5: Plotting using JustPrint Abstract: 5.1 Introduction to JustPrint V2R2 5.2 How to plot out a model using JustPrint 5.3 How to plot single pieces 5.4 JustPrint settings 5.5 Geometry 5.6 Text 5.7 Layout 5.8 Cutfile configuration and HPGL Chapter 6: A guide to the toolbox in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software: F1–F3 Abstract: 6.1 Introduction 6.2 F1: creating lines and points 6.3 F2: notches, orientation and geometric shapes 6.4 F3: modifying lines and points Chapter 7: A guide to the toolbox in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software: F4–F8 Abstract: 7.1 Introduction 7.2 F4: finishing, seam allowances, corners and grain lines 7.3 F5: derived pieces 7.4 F6: grading 7.5 F7: evolution system 7.6 F8: measuring and assembly Chapter 8: The upper tool bar in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 8.1 Upper tool bar 8.2 File menu 8.3 Edit menu 8.4 Sheet menu 8.5 Corner tools menu 8.6 Display menu 8.7 Sizes menu 8.8 Selection menu 8.9 Macro menu 8.10 Layers menu 8.11 Parameters menu 8.12 Configure menu 8.13 Tool menu 8.14 Help menu Chapter 9: The lower tool bar menus and keyboard commands in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 9.1 Lower tool bar 9.2 Notch tools 9.3 Marks (F1 – Relative point) 9.4 Corner tools (F4 – Corners) 9.5 Axis (F4 – Axis) 9.6 Grading 9.7 Curve points 9.8 Print 9.9 Cut piece 9.10 FPattern 9.11 User arrangement 9.12 Control keys RHS 9.13 Control keys LHS 9.14 Shift 9.15 Control (Ctrl) 9.16 Number pad Chapter 10: Converting files using the Lectra interoperability function Abstract: 10.1 Introduction to the file conversion procedure 10.2 Export procedure 10.3 Confirming conversion has taken place 10.4 Email attachments 10.5 Import procedure 10.6 Error messages 10.7 Additional personal interoperability notes Chapter 11: Creating size ranges in Lectra Modaris pattern cutting software Abstract: 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Terminology 11.3 How to create a size range 11.4 Attaching a size range to a model 11.5 How to change a size range 11.6 Size correspondence Chapter 12: The importance of measurements size charts for pattern cutting Abstract: 12.1 Introduction: the importance of measurements for clothing 12.2 The development of clothing patterns 12.3 The emergence of modern clothing patterns 12.4 The development of sizing surveys and sizing charts 12.5 The influence of body shape and size on measurements 12.6 Using and comparing sizing and grading charts 12.7 Current approaches to sizing 12.8 Using a size chart to make clothing patterns Chapter 13: How do I? The functions and menus that you need to know in Lectra Modaris indexed by the required action Abstract: 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Create or add 13.3 Copy 13.4 Delete 13.5 Digitise 13.6 Display 13.7 Join 13.8 Move 13.9 Moving around the screen 13.10 Select or choose 13.11 Separate 13.12 Undo 13.13 Zoom Appendix 1: Pattern numbering Appendix 2: Recommended abbreviations for naming pattern pieces in Lectra Modaris Appendix 3: Keyboard commands by alphabet Appendix 4: Lectra Modaris terminology glossary Index

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Maggie Stott is the Senior Pattern Cutter at Warehouse Fashions and a Visiting Lecturer at Ravensbourne College in the UK. During a 40-year career she has worked in couture, for designer labels and high street brands. She has also been a Visiting Lecturer at the London College of Fashion. Over the last 10 years she has combined traditional cutting with CAD software such as Lectra’s Modaris and uses modern technology to its full advantage in the pattern cutting department.

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