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(1) Professional Pattern Grading - Theory & Practice
1. Introduction To The Course & Setting The Scene
Welcome To The Course - What To Expect, -Intro Video (5:05)
Introduction to Pattern Grading
Importance of Pattern Grading - Where Does It Fit In?
Additional Benefits of Grading
2. Basic Concepts of Grading - Essential Theory
It's a Minefield Out There!
Understanding Size Charts - Our First Glance At Size Charts- Video (10:21)
Arc Measurements - Video (3:00)
Differences Between Sizing, Grading & Blending
Tools and Equipment for Pattern Grading - Video (2:17)
Common Grades - Metric & Imperial
The 'Eight Head Theory' for Grading Patterns - For Those That Want To Know More...
How Fabric Choice Impacts Grading - A Quick Overview.
3. The Language of Grading - More Essential Theory
Every Subject Area Has its Own language!
Technical Terms
Why Grade Distribution is So Important
Size Intervals - How do I choose?
Cardinal Points - Video (3:11)
2D Grading - Overview
3D Grading - Overview
4.An Overview of The Types of Grading - Even More Essential Theory.
Introduction to Types of Grading
The Cartesian Graph Explained- Video (3:44)
Incremental Grading and Relative Grading Terms -X and Y Co-ordinates- Video (8:48)
Using a Split Diagram (3:38)
Using Tools Within Adobe Illustrator
Using a Dedicated CAD System Such as Gerber Accumark
Grading The Basic Block or Sloper
5. Where Does Grading Start? Now We Get Practical!
Where do we start?
Looking At Our Size Chart - First Steps -Video (13:39)
UK - USA & EU - Alvanon Sizing Standards - A Reminder
The Grade Plan - Video (21:08)
Test Your Understanding - Grade Rule Exercise 1
Test Your Understanding - Grade Rule Exercise 2
Pattern Orientation and Zero Points
Handy Notes For You to Keep Close When Grading - Video (2:45)
Following a Ready Made Grade Plan - Don't Feel Bad!
Blank PDF Grade Rule Plan & Grade Rule Library Alternative
Answers to Grade Rule Exercise 1
Answers to Grade Rule Exercise 2
6. Practical Applications - Developing A Grade From Scratch
Grading a Skirt Pattern - Developing A Grade From Scratch (47:42)
A little Help If You Need It - Downloading your PDF Skirt Block (1:51)
Alternative Traditional Grading Method - Bonus Grading Rulers * New Videos Added (52:39)
BONUS LESSON - A LITTLE NOTE ABOUT FIT (1:51)
7. The Implications of Modern Size Charts on Grading Practice
The Accuracy & Relevance of Grade Plans in Light of Changing Size Chart Data
8. Alternative Grading Methods - Drafting The largest & Smallest Sizes - Plus Sized Blocks
Plus Size Skirts - Alternative Grading Methods - Drafting The largest & Smallest Sizes (9:52)
9. Style Grading - Moving on
Starting to Grade Styles
Grading the Circular Skirt - PDF
Grading an A-Line Skirt With Pockets & Pleats
10. Grading Pattern Parts - Pockets etc.
Grading Pattern Parts - Pockets etc.
11. Future Topics in Grading - Digital Grading - An Overview
Grading Techniques in Adobe Illustrator - A Brief Overview & Sample Lessons from my Ai for Pattern Cutting Course
Method 1 - A Brief Overview of Grading Using 'The Anchor Point Method' in Ai (2:28)
Method 2 - Grading with Marker Points & Line Segments - VIDEO GUIDE (9:10)
Method 3 -Smallest to Largest Size - to Locate Intermediate Sizes - VIDEO GUIDE (6:43)
The Many Other Grading Methods Available in Ai
Using Your New Grading Skills In a Professional Industry Standard Grading Software - How Does Ai Stand Up as a Pattern Cutting & Grading Tool?
12. DIGITAL SKIRT GRADING RULERS
Introduction to My Grading Ruler Tools - Video (31:19)
13. Stretch Skirt Grading
Grading for Stretch Fabrics
14. 3D Skirt Grading - Advanced Section - More Style Grading
Coming Soon -
15. More Practice - Applying Your New Skills
Practice Grading Exercises
Grading Exercise 1 - Using Your Own Size Chart
16. Conclusion
Overview of What You Have Learnt
Next Steps in Pattern Grading Professionally
17. BONUS SECTION - EXTRA SUPPORT MATERIALS
Introduction to The Section
A PDF Guide to Maths For Pattern Cutting & Grading
BONUS SECTIONS COMING SOON - EXTRA CONTENT
Bonus Sections - Bodice - Sleeve and More.....
Part 1 - BODICE GRADING
Introduction to Bodice Grading
Let's Start To Grade The Bodice & Sleeve - Short & Shirt Sleeve Grades
Grading a Princess Line Style
Classic Shirt With Yoke Grade
GRADING LIBRARY - TO READ HERE
LIBRARY - FIND RETRO GRADING BOOKS UPLOADED HERE!
Book 1 - Pattern Drafting & Grading
Book 2 - Vintage Pattern Grading; Grading techniques for modern design; 132 page; 1974; DIGITAL FILE PDF
Book 3 - RohrM.-PatternDraftingGrading
Book 4 - pattern-drafting-childrens-garment-design.pdf
Book 5 - The Science of Grading - really interesting!
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Common Grades - Metric & Imperial
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