Pattern Design for Children's Clothes

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Summary: informative and helpful text on neglected subject
Review: it can be hard - to say the least - to find a book about flat patternmaking for chidren. The principles are the same as for womenswear, but drafting a basic sloper without a full set of standardized measurements is quite difficult."Pattern Design for Children's Clothes" includes measurements charts (these are invaluable), as well as clear instructions for styling the basic slopers(bodices, skirts,collars, sleeves, pants, etc...)and grading them. There are two drawbacks; the garment styles illustrated are somehow outdated (too close fitted for today's fashion, in my opinion) and although there are instructions on drafting hoods, the charts do not include the measurement needed (these can be found in 'Childrenswear Design')Apart from that, I'd recommend this book to anyone who wishes to design for children.