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Develop Your Craft in

Pattern Making & Design

EXPLORE YOUR SKILLS:
Pattern Making, Garment Assembly, CLO 3D, Browzwear, Gerber Digital Pattern Making

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We teach industry’s most in-demand skills: Gerber and CLO 3D & Browzwear Pattern Making
You can make $30k more on your current salary

* Based on recent graduates from The Cut Design Academy

98% of students place in jobs within 3 months of finishing our program

At The Cut Design Academy, we offer three different programs for students looking to explore the world of pattern making and design: Pattern Making & Assembly Technique, Gerber Pattern Making & Grading, and CLO 3D & Browzwear Apparel Design & Integration. From design software applications to sewing and garment construction methods, we deliver the visual and technical skills needed to enter a global industry.

In each of our 14-week programs, students work on hands-on projects that introduce them to the ins and outs of pattern engineering. Through specialized experience, you can prepare for exciting careers in the fashion industry as Sample Makers, Pattern Engineers, Virtual Image Creation Engineers, and more.

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Build a Foundation in Pattern Making & Assembling Technique

Students without any experience or knowledge will need to complete our basic certificate in Pattern Making & Assembling Technique. The programs enable students to become industry proficient in pattern making, fit, and sewing construction. Upon completion, students will construct a 6-piece collection using pattern-making techniques. Courses cover:

  • » Introduction to Pattern Making
  • » Fit & Measurement
  • » Drafting
  • » Garment Assembly & Textiles
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Apply Advanced Industry Software & Techniques

At a more advanced level, students can choose from our Gerber Pattern Making & Grading and 3D Apparel Design & Integration programs. Here, you'll accelerate your proficiencies in technical pattern design, development, and manufacturing. Courses include:

  • » Industry-grade software such as Gerber, Clo3D, and Browzwear
  • » Pattern creation, drafting, digitizing, plotting, and data conversion
  • » CLO 3D & Browzwear fit technology & design rendering
  • » Research, selection, and commercialization of fabrics and trims
  • » Advanced Technical Apparel Product Engineering
  • » A final project of creating a digitized tailored jacket
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The Cut Design Academy Advantage

Expert instructors and industry-grade projects lead the way in our pattern making and design programs. At The Cut, you’ll refine your technical skills and accelerate your professional pathway through:

  • » Hands-on and practical real-world training
  • » Distinctive learner-centered environments
  • » Mentorship and networking opportunities
  • » Academic excellence and rigorous programs
  • » Expert instructors providing an enriching education
  • » Flexible scheduling
  • » An exquisite school environment in Kitsilano
  • » A boutique one-on-one class experience that feels like private tutoring

The Cut Design Academy is where creative visions become reality. With a choice of specialized programs that are tailored to the fashion industry, you can begin growing your skills and network, for a successful future in apparel design.

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