A sloper is a basic flat pattern that is drafted to standard measurements and which can be modified to change the style of a garment.

A CADTERNS sloper is a Computer Generated flat pattern that is drafted to Personal Measurements and can be modified to change the Style or Fit of a garment.
 

The CADTERNS Computer Program creates basic patternmaking Ready-to-Style slopers to fit classic figures according to measurements entered.

• Slopers are very basic patterns that can be used as templates to style new patterns or to fit others

• Slopers are Ready-to-Style when they clearly mark figure reference points, lines and circles

• Classic figures have easily distinguishable figure proportions of bone and flesh to identify height, bust, waist, hip and other identifiable features.

• Measurements entered can be the first 4 only - or more

There are 3 Versions of the CADTERNS Computer Program: 

• CADTERNS LV (Limited Version)

  • Preview the entire program.

• CADTERNS Lite

  • Create any of the Womenswear slopers:

    • Skirt

    • Pant

    • Bodice

    • Blouse

    • Sheath

  • Style patterns manually using manual drafting tools on a large flat surface.

• CADTERNS Pro

  • Create all of the Womenswear slopers (above) plus the following Menswear slopers:

    • Trouser

    • Casual shirt

    • Classic shirt

    • Vest

    • Jacket

  • Style patterns digitally using CAD (Computer Assisted Drafting) tools on a personal computer.

• Common Room
  • FOR WHOM Anyone interested
  • CONTENTS: List of Free downloadable documents (updated without notice)
  • PRE-REQUISITE: Free registration completed
  • AVAILABILITY: Anytime
  • FEE: $00.00 US
• Reading Room
  • FOR WHOM Any customer with current support agreement
  • CONTENTS: Bibliography, Reading, Resource List
  • PRE-REQUISITE: Customer serial number or student fee paid
  • AVAILABILITY: Anytime or while enrolled
  • FEE: $00.00 US
• 100 Novice Room
  • FOR WHOM Beginners
  • CONTENTS: Lessons on Manual Patternmaking Techniques
  • PRE-REQUISITE: Registration and student fee paid
  • AVAILABILITY: As scheduled with instructor
  • FEE: $14.97 US for independent participation only
  • $24.97 US for instructor, grades and certificate
• 200 Pro Room
  • FOR WHOM Intermediates
  • CONTENTS: Lessons on Digital Patternmaking Techniques
  • PRE-REQUISITE: Registration fee + Novice certificate or equivalent
  • AVAILABILITY: As scheduled with Tutor
  • FEE: $14.97 US for independent participation only
  • $24.97 US for Tutor, grades and certificate
• 300 Expert Room
  • FOR WHOM Self-directed further study
  • CONTENTS – N.A. Facilitation of concept or problem-solving innovations
  • PRE-REQUISITE: Registration fee + Pro certificate or equivalent
  • AVAILABILITY: As scheduled with Mentor
  • FEE: $14.97 US for independent participation only
  • $24.97 US for mentor, grades and certificate

TheSloperLady (TSL) is a compiled list of tips that has grown from discussions and answers to questions on using personal slopers to make personal patterns.  Perhaps we have met previously?  Since the turn-of-the-century, TheSloperLady has spent summers visiting sewing sites and discussing plain, personal slopers.

As you may recall, slopers are those basic, first generation sewing patterns that manufactures use to style standard patterns for ever-changing fashions in standard sizes.  In this list of tips, the CADTERNS in-house expert –  TheSloperLady –  shares a range of information covering fitted personal every-day apparel, theatre costumes, simple uniforms and special gowns.

Though tips shared here are useful for everyone, TheSloperLady’s main focus is as always, the Recreational Fashion Designer.  If you are one, these pages are dedicated to you – whether you are a teacher, student, recreational home sewer or home-based business entrepreneur.

Sew Smart – Fit-FIRST!
TSL (TheSloperLady)