Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2006 08:53:31 -0500
To: puptcrit-AT-lists.driftline.org
From: Joe <joe-AT-dunfee.com>
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Pattern making


I've approached basic foam pattern shapes from the viewpoint of 
sheetmetal design, and figured it was the only way to go about 
it.  However, then I met a lady who had absolutely no math ability, 
but managed to do a lot of patterning.  She approached the issue more 
like a dress pattern maker. However, she wasn't as good at doing 
geometric shapes, and I wasn't as good at doing the irregular 
shapes.   I've learned more about the clothing pattern approach, but 
am continually intrigued how different people approach the same problem.

But, in all my research to use a math method for irregular, organic 
shapes, I've not found a viable method to do it using either math or 
my Drafting and 3-d program.   There are two methods I think are 
viable for these types of shapes.

I really think the most accurate method is to sculpt the shape in 
clay (or another medium) and cover it something you can cut-off and 
flatten. But a good alternative is trial-and-error with the actual foam.


Joe Dunfee  joe-AT-dunfee.com
Gordonville, Pennsylvania, U.S.A 

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