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  1. Occupations
  2. Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.

SOC: 51-6092.00

Common Job Titles

  • Designer
  • Pattern Designer
  • Pattern Maker
  • Production Pattern Maker

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

2,860

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $34,590. 25th percentile: U.S. $44,110. 50th percentile: U.S. $67,670. 75th percentile: U.S. $91,080. 90th percentile: U.S. $112,540. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$34,590
10% of workers earn the following or more$112,540
Workers on average earn$71,630

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Design4.2/5
  • Mathematics4.0/5
  • English Language3.9/5
  • Production and Processing3.9/5
  • Education and Training3.4/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word

Technology Skills

  • Gerber Technology AccuMark
  • PatternMaker

Tools & Equipment

  • Curve sticks
  • Dress form mannequins
  • Fabric shears
  • Hip curve rulers
  • Industrial sewing machines
  • Ironing boards
  • L squares
  • Measuring tapes
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic 51-4062.00
  • Sewers, Hand 51-6051.00
  • Patternmakers, Wood 51-7032.00
  • Fashion Designers 27-1022.00
  • Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers 51-6052.00

Moderately Similar

  • Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic 51-4192.00
  • Cutters and Trimmers, Hand 51-9031.00
  • Sewing Machine Operators 51-6031.00
  • Etchers and Engravers 51-9194.00
  • Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic 51-9195.00

Related

  • Commercial and Industrial Designers 27-1021.00
  • Model Makers, Wood 51-7031.00
  • Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 51-4061.00
  • Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers 51-9123.00
  • Tool and Die Makers 51-4111.00
  • Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders 51-6042.00
  • Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers 51-6041.00
  • Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 51-6062.00
  • Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing 51-9195.03
  • Print Binding and Finishing Workers 51-5113.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificatePatternmaking for Product DevelopmentIssuer: San Diego College of Continuing Education
  • CertificatePattern Fitting TechnicianIssuer: San Diego College of Continuing Education
  • CertificateTechnical Design and Product DevelopmentIssuer: Orange Coast College
  • Associate's DegreeApplied Apparel StudiesIssuer: Sacramento City College
  • Long CertificateFashion Design: Patternmaker/Technical DesignIssuer: Long Beach City College
  • CertificateEssential Digital Tools for ManufacturingIssuer: San Diego College of Continuing Education
  • CertificateSewn Product Construction EssentialsIssuer: San Diego College of Continuing Education
  • CertificateProduct and Textile Surface Treatments: EmbroideryIssuer: San Diego College of Continuing Education
  • Associate's DegreeFashion MerchandisingIssuer: Los Angeles Trade Technical College
  • CertificateApplied Apparel Studies ConstructionIssuer: Sacramento City College