Grading Patterns & Scaling patterns in Adobe Illustrator

Dive into the world of digital pattern making with our Adobe Illustrator tutorial focused on scaling and grading patterns. Whether you're a budding fashion designer, a DIY enthusiast, or a seasoned pattern maker looking to digitise your workflow, this guide is tailored for you. Learn the secrets of efficiently scaling down your patterns for presentations, spec packs, or fabric lay plans, and understand why grading patterns requires a different approach.
What You'll Gain from This Tutorial:
-Efficient Scaling Techniques: Discover two methods to scale your patterns - using the free transform tool for quick adjustments and precise scaling with percentages for accuracy.
- Grading Insights: While scaling is not grading, we delve into the basics of how Adobe Illustrator can be utilised for pattern grading, setting the foundation for further exploration into this advanced pattern making skill.
- Practical Applications: See real-life applications of scaled patterns in presentations, specification packs, and sewing patterns, making your design process more efficient and eco-friendly.
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Additional Information:
This tutorial is crafted to bridge the gap between traditional pattern making and the digital realm, offering innovative solutions for modern challenges in fashion design. Whether creating patterns for personal use, education, or professional development, these skills are invaluable.
Problems Solved:
- Complexity of Pattern Scaling: Simplifies the scaling process, making it accessible and efficient for digital pattern makers.
- Misconceptions about Pattern Grading: Clarifies the difference between scaling and grading, providing a foundation for further learning in pattern grading.
- Resource Efficiency: Offers sustainable solutions for pattern presentation and sharing, reducing paper waste and streamlining the design process.
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[@ananmeshooo]

love this big thanks

[@PatternLabLondon]

You're welcome 😊

[@GaleRosse]

I love your videos because you have an easier way to teach! I would like to know if there is a possibility to learn to grade the size of the pattern in illustrator? I've tried the conventional methods of grading but It would be great if it would have another way to do that in Illustrator. Thanks!

[@PatternLabLondon]

Hi Gale, This video is possibly the best way I can explain how you might grade using Adobe Illustrator. I am not a grader and so therefore can't really help oir create a tutorial. Probably best to contact a grader directly and ask them. Sorry this was not very helpful!

[@AureliaAndrea_]

i just learned to use illustrator as pattern making and I've been searching for this since I learned it's possible. Thank you!! I was able to grade my block that I copied from my school's accumark files and so far it's all good. I just need to print two sizes up and down from my base (12) to make sure it's correct. So it is possible, but not a one click feature. Many grading books can guide people. PS. Really thanks for sharing illustrator tips. I hate wasting paper pattern making since I learned to use Accumark but since it's an expensive program, buying it is not in the cards at all. But I'm extremely familiar with illustrator. So thank you!! One question, have you tried digitizing a pattern from, say, a draped garment?

[@PatternLabLondon]

Hi Aurea. Thank you for your comment and for backing up our findings. It's certainly possible, but not something an inexperienced person could achieve. I don't suppose you fancy showing us how you do it? We could host it on our site or link to your website/ you tube video? I have digitised draped patterns. The technique is simple but time consuming. I'll have a look at demonstrating this in a tutorial as it would be very useful to a lot of people. In short... You mark your paper pattern with a series of criss-crossing lines. You then scan your pattern using a flatbed scanner. Preferably the biggest you can find! You scan each section of your pattern making sure the scans overlap. You then import them all into Photoshop one at a time and start piecing together your pattern. It helps if you lower the opacity of your scanned page/ pattern, that way you can see the pattern/ page it matches underneath. You piece the pattern together by moving placing and rotating the scanned pages. The grid lines you marked on your pattern will help you match the scanned pattern pages together. Once you have pulled all the scanned pages together to complete your pattern. Copy and paste it into Adobe Illustrator and trace it using the pen tools. That's a very basic overview of the concept. Give it a try! It takes a little bit of practise. Thanks again and sorry for the late reply!

[@AureliaAndrea_]

@@PatternLabLondon my biggest apologies for not replying as soon as possible. Been busy with university, or trying to cope with the new normal and university and has completely been out of focus since. :D i wouldn't mind, except I base my grading off of my notes from school's notes. I'm basically following step by step. I still don't know the why behind grading. I just know how. I'm afraid I may not be the right one to demonstrate? Would love to do the how part though. And also would love to collaborate in anything with you guys. I used your method for one of my university project and certainly got pretty good grade out of it. :D on digitising, woah! that is a long process but certainly an option. at least it's possible, is what matter.

[@muktardewan1853]

nice

[@PatternLabLondon]

Thanks

[@madhubani88]

Hi. I have a question. I want to create a straight line in illustrator for 19 1/4". How do I enter this figure?

[@PatternLabLondon]

Hi Madhuban, Ok, simply create a point. This can be done by drawing a circle using the ellipse tool. Next, select that point and hit the enter key on your keyboard. You can then enter the amount you want to move that point on either the horizontal or vertical axis. If you are moving the point horizontally, enter 19 1/4 into the horizontal box and enter 0 into the vertical box. The same applies if you want to move it vertically. Remember to click "copy". I hope that helps.

[@KetiTeacher]

How do I scale patterns up to an actual size? I get PDF patterns scaled down and can't measure. Thank you

[@PatternLabLondon]

Hi Keti, That would be grading which is something that I can't explain since I am not a grader. Thi tutorial does mention possible techniques, in Adobe Illustrator, that a grader could use to do this.

[@fatylmouden9920]

thanks for your video and please if you can make anther video to explain how can I put real measurement of my sewing pattern in Adobe Illustrator.

[@PatternLabLondon]

faty lmouden thanks for your comment! Have you taken a look at our pattern making in Adobe illustrator playlist? We have a number of tutorials that explain this process. If you’re still unsure after watching these then let me know and we’ll explain in more detail.

[@jackkyle5457]

Is there a way to view the tutorials in the light theme background?

[@PatternLabLondon]

Unfortunately, it is not possible. These are screen recordings and can't be changed. I'm sorry for the inconvenience.

[@prettchiofficial6952]

I have been looking for a grader how can i reach them , i need to learn grading in illustator sooo bad ):

[@PatternLabLondon]

Unfortunately, we do not teach grading in Adobe Illustrator. You could get in touch with a pattern grading service to get your patterns graded. We've used MIG grading services in the past and had excellent results. Check them out: www.migpatterncutting.co.uk/ Sorry, i'm not sure where to find Grading lessons in Adobe Illustrator.

[@ammuchary3719]

Can u upload for beginners in detailed?

[@PatternLabLondon]

Unfortunately, we will not be able to redo this tutorial. If you are new to Pattern making Adobe Illustrator, then take a look at our pattern making in Adobe Illustrator playlist. It takes you through the whole process step-by-step. It's also designed specifically for beginners. This might help?! You can find it here: kzbin.info/aero/PLgOpHffgkLSckVIyj2BAzsYUIqwOcDgyV

[@todaytechnology6159]

Amazing Video 😱!! likes and Subscribe

[@PatternLabLondon]

Thank you soo much!

[@MoradiNova]

If you don't know how to grade then why waste the time of viewer figuring out that don't?