Pattern Essentials; A Student Handbook is an indispensable companion to any standard patternmaking text. Rather than discuss the manipulation of the patterns to create a particular style, it covers the standards and techniques that make a pattern industry compatible.

In a handy coil binding that allows easy access to every page, the student has the convenience of having this critical information at their fingertips while creating patterns. Faculty benefit by referring seam allowance and notch rule questions to the handbook simplifying their demonstrations. An entire department is assured
of consistency in instruction regardless of the number of instructors. The Handbook is priced at $14.95 for single copies and $12.95 when purchased in quantities of 10 or more. Also available is the Handbook/CD-ROM combo Pack is priced at $24.95 for single copies and $19.95 when ordered in quantities of 10 or more.