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pattern

Template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto fabric before being cut out

Also known as sewing pattern · Andaza

Instance of: physical tool
Subclass of: pattern
, textile arts tool
, stencil

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In sewing and fashion design, a pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto woven or knitted fabric before being cut out and assembled. Patterns are usually made of paper, and are sometimes made of sturdier materials like paperboard or cardboard if they need to be more robust to withstand repeated use. The process of making or cutting patterns is sometimes referred to as patternmaking, but it can also be written as pattern making or pattern cutting.

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Field of work: sewing
Different from: pattern

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