Missy, Juniors, and Kids 7-16 or 4-6x. Tops (vests and jackets), dresses, tunics and bottoms (capries, crops, shorts, scooters, skirts).Five years working with denim, woven and twill. Three years with knits. First patterns from specs, sketch, picture, knock offs and digitizing. Expert in balancing patterns after fitting comments. Developing and coordinating block fit according to fabric shrinkage or measurements by category. Providing all templates for any outside processing and construction templates for all styles. Making corrections and changes to patterns if needed. Strong knowledge of garment construction. Some tech pack data entry for pattern making relating to specs, face card, description, and sewing instructions. (Excel, Approach, Aims, or Web PDM). Gerber PDS Classic, Gerber PDS 2000 and Gerber V8, draping and flat pattern making. Technical Sketching using Micrographics, Adobe Illustrator. Sample cutting and sample making coordinating background. Shrinkage and recovery knowledge. Very familiar with yardage, maximum yield. Filing new fabrics, new art designs and new style numbers. Manual shoe maker and bedding background. English/Spanish.
Currently freelancing for several companies, such as:
Carla Fashion, Larry Hansel former Rampage Inc.,
Grass Clothing Division, Trixxi Clothing Inc.,
Happy Nation Co., and Socorro's Designs.