The Practical Guide to Patternmaking for Fashion Menswear offers patternmaking techniques for a variety of garment styles and includes information on sizing, lining and a variety of fabrics. Covering everything from casual to tailored designs, it can serve both as an introduction to the pattern-drafting skills necessary for menswear and as a more in-depth treatment of patternmaking techniques. The guide covers the patternmaking process for an array of menswear garments, as well as the accompanying theories and concepts.
I am the daughter of a home-economics teacher and was interested in fashion at an early age because my mother made clothing for our family. I observed her work throughout the construction process and became interested in sewing very early.
I studied at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in the 1980's.
I taught pattern making at West Valley College in Saratoga CA. in the 1990's.
I decided to write my pattern making textbooks after repeated requests by my dear students. I am so grateful for all of the people who influenced me and encouraged me in my career in the fashion industry.
I now have my own company, Lori Ann Design, and am happy to offer pattern making and sewing services online.