{"product_id":"9781350360174","title":"PRE-ORDER NOW Plus-size Patternmaking for Womenswear : Inclusive Sizing, Pattern Drafting, and Fitting by Gabby Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e PRE-ORDER NOW - Published: 19\/02\/2026 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn essential guide to patternmaking for plus-size fashion, and the specialized skills, shapes, and techniques required to achieve a great fit and make beautiful clothing that truly understands plus-size bodies.   Featuring all the major block types for contemporary apparel - from fitted bodices to T-shirts, sleeve variations to swimwear - and packed with clear illustrations and step-by-step guidance, Brown and Kelleher guide you through:-          drafting a complete set of plus-size blocks suitable for use with models and clients-          industry plus-size fit forms-          adapting existing designs for plus sizes-          practical skills for respectful measuring, fitting, and working with larger bodies.   Covering every step of the pattern-drafting process, from developing a size chart, to considering mobility and wearing ease, to adapting smaller dress forms for use with plus-sizes, Plus-Size Patternmaking for Womenswear is an essential textbook for all modern fashion and apparel students.   Online resources available for download: - Instructor resources, including class presentation slides - Sample size charts for sizes, blank size chart templates, and ease chart - Instructions for calculating required measurements for block drafting section - Standard measurements used in block drafting - A collection of plus size croquis in different sizes and poses \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56368685187445,"sku":"9781350360174","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781350360174.jpg?v=1763550447","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781350360174","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}