Autocad for the Apparel Industry

This step-by-step book helps both beginners and professionals learn how to use AutoCAD for apparel design. It covers everything from illustration, pattern making, drafting and fabric surface to grading and marker making. Organized for use as an introductory "how- to" manual and as a long-lasting reference guide, this book leads you through the entire AutoCAD experience, with complete coverage of AutoCAD Releases 10, 11, and 12. No prior experience with AutoCAD is required. The Instructor's Guide includes information on setting up and managing a CAD lab, plus additional exercises for applying apparel design techniques using AutoCAD Releases 10, 11, and 12.