Qipao Pattern Making for Beginners P-CS-902
The cheongsam is the most representative design of traditional Chinese clothing that best showcases the charm and elegance of Eastern women. The body shape emphasizes a well-fitting and beautiful silhouette, so precise measurements are required. A clear and thorough understanding of the body's characteristics is the most important aspect of the production process, and it can also conceal any flaws in the body shape.
This course teaches the entire process of drawing "cheongsam patterns," allowing students to go through the entire process from taking measurements to creating a pattern to size. Students who take this course will gain a solid foundation in pattern making.
Paper pattern making tools and terminology
Human body measurement and observation
Drawing skills
The uses and importance of notches (stop edges)
Text description on the paper pattern
Making a buttoned cheongsam pattern for fitting and adjustment
Accuracy of proofreading patterns