The Blog: technical design

Notes from the studio on pattern making, product development, sourcing and the business of making things.

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Oct 17, 2025

How to Evaluate Your Prototype and Prepare for a Fit Session

Having prototypes made is a crucial part of the product development process. Learn how to thoroughly evaluate your prototype to ensure it fits well, functions properly, and has the correct fabrication.

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Apr 5, 2019

How To Have a Successful Design Meeting

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Mar 6, 2019

Telling Stories Through Fashion

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Sep 27, 2018

Your Technical Fashion Toolkit - ABC Seams

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Aug 1, 2018

EVENT: DG Expo 2018 Seminar: Using Tech Packs for Successful Production

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Nov 29, 2017

EVENT: Seminar: How To Create A Tech Pack For Successful Production

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Oct 23, 2017

RECAP: Kansas City Fashion Event & Tours

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Jul 15, 2017

EVENT: Mastering Fashion Production

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Nov 4, 2015

Stuff I'm Working On

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May 1, 2015

EVENT: Speaking at Chicago Textile Expo 2015

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Jan 21, 2015

Stuff I'm Working On

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Oct 29, 2014

RECAP: Chicago Textile Expo Fall 2014

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Mar 5, 2010

Technical Illustration vs. Fashion Croquis

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