Summary
- Creating a shirt pattern is the first step in bringing your garment from imagination to reality.
- Using a pattern ensures greater precision in the final product.
- Create shirt patterns using the best technology. Try Audaces360 multi-solution for free.
The shirt is one of the most iconic and versatile pieces in both men’s and women’s wardrobes.
Behind every well-fitted and elegant shirt is a creation process that begins with patternmaking.
Shirt patterns not only determine the fit and style of the garment but also directly influence the quality and comfort of the clothing.
In this article, we will discuss the importance of shirt patterns, from their conception to their application in production, highlighting their relevance in the contemporary fashion world.
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Why create shirt patterns digitally?
Quality in adjustments
The digital approach simplifies the design process, allowing designers to create and modify patterns with greater ease and accuracy.
With specialized software, it’s possible to adjust measurements and experiment with different styles and cuts, all with just a few clicks.
Additionally, digitizing shirt patterns significantly reduces the time needed to develop a garment.
Increased efficiency
Instead of relying on manual drawings and physical adjustments, designers can work more efficiently using digital tools.
This means that new collections can be brought to the market faster, keeping brands competitive and up to date with the latest trends.
High precision
Another important advantage is precision. By using design software, you can ensure that patterns are scaled with millimetric accuracy, resulting in a perfect fit for different sizes and body proportions.
This not only improves product quality but also reduces fit issues and rework during production.
Moreover, digitizing shirt patterns offers greater flexibility in the production process.
Sharing capabilities
Once patterns are in digital format, they can easily be shared with manufacturers worldwide, allowing for more efficient and cost-effective global production.
This opens opportunities for broader commercial partnerships and a more agile supply chain.
Support for sustainability
Finally, sustainability is another important reason to adopt the digitalization of shirt patterns.
By reducing paper and material waste during the design and production process, companies can lower their environmental impact and work toward more sustainable practices.
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Step-by-step to creating a shirt pattern on the computer
We’ve created a step-by-step guide for you to follow and create a detailed and accurate shirt pattern on the computer, ready for use in the production of your garments. Here’s how:
1) Choose the shirt type
There are various types of shirts, so it’s important to familiarize yourself with them. Before you begin, decide on the style of shirt you want to create.
It could be a formal shirt, casual, short-sleeved, long-sleeved, cropped, or another style that best fits your collection.
2) Start with a baseline
To bring your idea to life, after choosing the shirt type, use design software or vector drawing software to begin drawing the baseline of the shirt.
This could be the line from the shoulder to the hem, representing the overall silhouette of the garment.
3) Place points by coordinates
Using the drawing software, insert key points along the base line. These will represent reference points like shoulders, armpits, waist, etc. These points will be used to create the detailed pattern.
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4) Extract the pattern
Connect the points with lines, following the body’s natural curves and adding design details like the collar, cuffs, and button openings. This will form the outline of the shirt pattern.
5) Label each part
Identify and label each part of the pattern, such as front, back, sleeves, cuffs, and collar. This helps with organization and understanding of the pattern.
6) Join the parts
Ensure the pattern pieces fit together correctly and that the seam lines are aligned. Adjust as necessary to ensure a precise fit.
7) Unfold the yokes
Pay attention to details. For instance, if the shirt has yokes, such as at the front or cuffs, unfold these areas to ensure the pattern can be cut correctly.
8) Adjust and add details
Make any final adjustments to the pattern, such as changes in sleeve length or body width. Add any design details like pockets or pleats as desired.
9) Create the hem
Define the width of the shirt’s hem and draw the corresponding line at the bottom of the pattern, ensuring it is straight and even around the entire garment.
10) Add the seam allowance
Finally, add a seam allowance around all edges of the pattern, allowing room for stitching when assembling the pieces. Your shirt pattern is now ready!
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Create shirt patterns quickly and easily with Audaces Pattern
Audaces Pattern is a software used in the fashion design world, offering a dynamic process for creating high-quality, precise patterns.
With a promise of independence from complexity, this innovative software allows you to start the process directly on the computer, eliminating the traditional barriers found in manual pattern creation.
One of the distinctive features of Audaces Pattern is its ability to begin the creation process through the digitalization of existing patterns or the extraction of pre-patterns from Audaces Fashion Studio.
This means designers can make the most of their pre-existing designs or concepts developed in Audaces Fashion Studio, seamlessly integrating their projects with the pattern-making process.
Furthermore, Audaces Pattern guarantees not only efficiency but also excellence in the execution of collections.
By offering solutions that prioritize precision and quality, users can rely on the consistency and reliability of the patterns produced.
This refined execution not only simplifies the production process but also elevates the final quality standard of the garments.
With Audaces Pattern, designers have at their disposal a powerful tool that not only simplifies but also enhances the entire pattern creation process.
By combining technology with a user-centered approach, this solution becomes essential for any brand or designer aiming to achieve excellence and efficiency in their fashion production.
Get all your questions answered with our e-book on digital patternmaking in the Audaces system!
FAQ
The digital approach simplifies the design process, allowing designers to create and modify patterns with greater ease and accuracy.
Choose the shirt type, start with a base line, place points by coordinates, extract the pattern, label each part, join the parts, unfold the yokes, adjust and add details, create the hem, and add the seam allowance.
By using design software, it’s possible to ensure that patterns are scaled with millimetric precision, resulting in a perfect fit for different sizes and body proportions.
