“To be a successful pattern cutter most people start on a generalist fashion course and then take pattern cutting modules within it before embarking on this area as their chosen career path. Pattern ...

Pattern cutters act as an essential bridge between the design and manufacturing processes, helping to translate creative vision into a garment that looks good on different sizes and shapes of body.

My sister Jean Perry, who has died aged 77, was a master pattern cutter and technical consultant highly respected within the fashion industry. After working for years as a designer for high-end labels ...