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Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.
How does this connect to your interests? →A look at the work
- Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, or grading devices.
- Input specifications into computers to assist with pattern design and pattern cutting.
- Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
- Make adjustments to patterns after fittings.
- Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
- Mark samples and finished patterns with information, such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
- Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
- Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
A selection of source-listed tasks; duties vary by role and employer.
Interests involved in this work
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5.7 / 7
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Skills to explore
Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2016-07
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
2016-07
Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
2016-07
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2016-07
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
2016-07
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
2016-07
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
2016-07
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
2016-07
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
2016-07
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
2016-07
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 3 of 5 · 2016-07. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
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O*NET-SOC code 51-6092.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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