The following lessons demonstrate how to apply powerful StyleCAD tools in everyday task.  The videos are recorded in live speed for the most part, except when there is a lull between actions. 

Grading

Grading Lesson - An overview of various grading tools in StyleCAD. Also available in Spanish.

Point Grading - A demonstration of the basic point grading method using either the grading panel or keyboard arrow keys.

Intermediate Grading - A demonstration of one of the most innovative and powerful grading tools: Intermediate Grading. It allows grading in between grading points using blending methods. It is possible even across multiple pieces.

Perimeter Grading - A demonstration of another powerful grading method based on perimeter length increments. 2 matching sections such as armhole and sleeve can be graded very easily. Floating notches that must be graded along curvatures are handled by this tool.

Radial Grading - Grading method based on offseting parallel curves are useful for ladies innerwear such as night gowns and brasieres. Grading difficult pieces such as ruffles are made extremely easy.

AutoGrading, Slash and Spread - StyleCAD auto grading uses grading templates to grade new pieces. The template's grading data can be applied to similarly shaped pieces. The intuitive user interface gives the user all the convenience and freedom to manually control how the template is applied.

PDS (Pattern Design)

Lesson 1 - An overview of basic tools used frequently in PDS. Includes dragging, rotating, and flipping examples. The lesson also demonstrates section selection, section manipulation, section rotation, and flipping. Also available in Spanish.

Lesson 2 - An overview of basic drawing tools used frequently in PDS. Includes the use of Bezier Polylines, the Control Point tool to add/delete/move curve and grading points to form curves, the Parallel Line tool, and the Control Section tool. Also available in Spanish.

Lesson 3 - An overview of other useful tools used frequently in PDS. Includes the measurement tool, the original pattern concept, folding/unfolding mirror patterns, aligning points/sections, and quick method for flipping sections. Also available in Spanish.

Lesson 4 - An overview of more advanced tools. Includes the Relative Point tool, the Cut tool, the Join tool, the Facing/Unfold Facing tool, the Protrude Outline tool, the Trim Outline tool, the Dart tools and the use of various guide lines. Also available in Spanish.

Lesson 5 - An overview of other advanced tools. Includes the curve blending tool, the Distance tool, the Ruffle/Shirring/Pivot tools, the Seam tools, the Trace tool, and the Pleat tools. Also available in Spanish.

Basic Block - Basic blocks are created from scratch using guide lines and the Bezier Polyline tool. This lesson demonstrates the power of the guide line concept and StyleCAD's basic drafting tools well. Also available in Spanish.

One Piece Dress - A ladies one piece dress is created from a basic block. This lesson demonstrates the freedom the pattern maker enjoys with StyleCAD's flawless design. Also available in Spanish.

Yoke Skirt - A ladies skirt with a yoke is created from scratch. This lesson demonstrates the speed an experienced StyleCAD pattern maker can achieve. Use of short-cut techniques such as our patented QuickStep is well illustarted here. Also available in Spanish.

Dart And Shirring - A detailed training video of the dart tools and the shirring tool. Also available in Spanish.

Fullness Below Yoke Line - A detailed training video demonstrating the dart tool, the pivot tool, the parallel line tool, the trace tool and bezier blending method. Also available in Spanish.

Puff Sleeve Lesson - A short sleeve piece with puff on top and a ladies top with shirring on the shoulder is created from a basic block. In the process, the puff tool and the trace tool are highlighted. Also available in Spanish.

Lining Pattern Lesson - A lining pattern is created from a number of pieces from the shell. This detailed training video demonstrates the power of the Original Pattern concept well. Also available in Spanish.

Seam Lesson - A detailed training video of the seam tools. StyleCAD boasts the most intuitive and quickest seam manipulation tools. Also available in Spanish.

French Curve - A detailed training video on use of French Curves. You will learn how to create you own curve ruler. In StyleCAD, French Curves can be easily handled. Sections of the curve can be copied or used to cut other shapes. Also available in Spanish.

Pants Back - The back piece of a slack is created by taking the front piece and modifying it. A number of basic PDS tools are demonstrated in this lesson. Also available in Spanish.

Digitizing

Lesson 1 - This lesson provides a step by step instruction on digitizing a typical pattern with a grain line, internal lines, drill holes, mirror line and fabric line.  Different point types such as grading point, curve point, notch point and double notch point are demonstrated.  The button sequence for each action is clearly presented to the viewer.

Plot Manager

Lesson 1 - The plot manager is used by pattern makers to nest patterns to plot. It supports roll or sheet media types. It provides the user with rich collection of tools for nesting, copying arrangement, automatic lay and more. This lesson provides a step by step instruction on starting the plot manager from the PDS program, nesting, selecting media type and sending a plot job to a running Output Manager.

Marker Making

Lesson 1 - This lesson provides a step by step instruction on creating a marker, basic pattern nesting technique, and much much more.

Lesson 2 - This lesson addresses more advanced marker topics such as sectional marker, stripe/pliad fabric nesting, irregular fabric pattern etc.

Style Manager

Lesson 1 - StyleManager is a utility program that allows management of photos, designer sketches, spec sheets, production sheets, cost sheets with StyleCAD style and marker database. It also provides access to style data and marker data to designers, production managers, sales staff and anyone who needs access to CAD data. In a typical company, staff members other than pattern makers, graders and marking experts need constant access to CAD data such as marker yields, pattern data, plot history etc. By installing StyleManager at a staff member's PC, he/she gains access to the CAD data over the network. Many companies maintain spec sheets, production sheets and cost sheets in their own Excel spreadsheet files. StyleManager supports the company's own file format. It supports up to 20 unique spreadsheet formats allowing flexibility. StyleManager can be configured to store photos and other information in the spec sheets, cost sheets, pattern charts etc. for easy access to all staff members.