Freelance Swimwear Pattern Cutter London

Overview

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Freelance Swimwear Pattern Cutter London — The London Pattern Cutter offers a swimwear and bikini pattern cutting service to small and medium sized brands. Our services go beyond pattern cutting, especially for new startup brands.

Responsibilities

• Provide swimwear pattern cutting services with a deep understanding of stretch fabrics, garment construction and ergonomics.
• Develop patterns for swimwear that account for negative ease and varying degrees of fabric stretch (two-way and four-way stretch).
• Create pattern blocks for different styles and fabrics, ensuring fit across base sizes (e.g., commonly used sizes like 8 or 10) and potential variations for larger sizes.
• Advise on design and construction considerations, including soft edges, suppression, and seam placement (side seams, centre back seam).
• Work with flat pattern cutting when appropriate, including toile development on a mannequin or model to refine fit.
• Assist with development for startup brands, including design, grading, tech packs, sampling, and small production runs as part of a complete service.

Qualifications

• Experience in pattern cutting for swimwear, beachwear, and lingerie with knowledge of stretch fabric behavior and ergonomics.
• Proficiency in flat pattern cutting, draping on a stand, and toile development to achieve accurate fit.
• Ability to interpret fabric stretch properties and apply the appropriate degree of ease and suppression in patterns.
• Familiarity with creating and using pattern blocks and adapting them for different fabrics and styles. xwzovoh
• Strong attention to body contours and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

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