Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

What Fabric and apparel patternmakers Do

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

Fabric and apparel patternmaker Salaries

• 2014 employment: 5,400
• May 2015 median annual wage: $43,900

Job Outlook for Fabric and apparel patternmakers

Projected employment change, 2014–24:

• Number of new jobs: -1,400
• Growth rate: -26 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Fabric and apparel patternmaker

Education and training:

• Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Work experience in a related occupation: None
• Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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