Patricia: There are so many new offers emerging especially in 3D virtual prototyping and the addition of this technology innovation makes this an exciting time for students.
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I have always maintained, however, that the computer is only a tool, it does not replace manual skills, and the basics of flat pattern cutting should be mastered prior to progressing to digital solutions.įC: There are a number of software packages to create digital patterns available – how does a student choose and how do they vary? Now, students are experimenting more and realising that this technology can support innovative and original pattern making, for example, drape experimentations can be reproduced on screen, in fact most manual pattern cutting process, with practice, can be performed digitally with the screen, keyboard and mouse. Initially, the digital process was considered mainly appropriate for mass production to aid productivity, cost, time to market, and perceived as more pattern modification rather than a creative solution. Today, digital pattern making software continues to grow and with the addition of 3D technology innovation makes this an exciting time, offering the opportunity to not only increase accuracy and efficiency, but to support creative and original pattern cutting. For the pattern cutter, I would say, a good knowledge of a digital system is becoming essential and highly desirable in the job market. Patricia: The use of digital technology in both pattern cutting and design has become increasingly important both in the fashion industry and education. Ultimately, my aim was to provide the essential skills required to become a proficient Modaris user and hopefully to offer an invaluable resource for all Modaris students.įC: How important do you think digital pattern cutting is in today’s fashion industry? I was encouraged by colleagues and students to develop this work into a publication.
Over the years, I compiled extensive ‘Modaris user guides’ and relevant step-by-step handouts to go with the workshops I delivered. Patricia: As a senior lecturer at the Arts University Bournemouth, I was responsible for researching and implementing the Lectra Modaris pattern cutting system into the course curriculum several years ago. Click here to browse Patricia’s book and more.įC: What made you decide to compile the book?
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Published by Bloomsbury FashionCapital readers can take advantage of the exclusive Bloomsbury / FashionCapital Members Only area which features the latest fashion books and guides plus 35% Members Only savings. Here FashionCapital talks to Patricia about the book, who can benefit from it, the future of pattern cutting and more. The result is ‘Digital Pattern Cutting for Fashion with Lectra Modaris’, which incorporates step-by-step tutorials to guide users through pattern modification, 3D realization, alteration and visual effects, leading to the completion of a finished production pattern. After compiling several Modaris step-by-step user guides she was encouraged to collate her Modaris expertise into a book. Throughout her fashion career she has worked with many high street brands in design, pattern cutting and garment technology and is a digital pattern consultant. Patricia Grice is a visiting tutor at Arts University Bournemouth, where she was a senior lecturer for 15-years.