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Pattern Cutting for Clothing Using CAD
How to Use Lectra Modaris Pattern Cutting Software
1st Edition - October 30, 2012
Author: M Stott
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:9780857092311
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eBook ISBN:9780857097095
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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…Read more
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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.
Provides an overview of the role of patterns in clothing manufacture, the key documents and tools of the trade
Introduces the keyboard, mouse and screen layout in Lectra Modaris
Concisely outlines title blocks and all aspects of digitising a clothing pattern, before providing a guide to the Lectra Modaris toolbox and upper and lower toolbar menus
Fashion design and pattern cutting students and those in the fashion industry new to computer aided design
Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles
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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
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
No. of pages: 176
Language: English
Edition: 1
Published: October 30, 2012
Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
Paperback ISBN: 9780857092311
eBook ISBN: 9780857097095
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M Stott
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.
Affiliations and expertise
Consultant, UK
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