Shamim H.
Sewing Pattern Making/Garment Fit Technologist/3D Fit & Tech Pack
SEWING PATTERN MAKER | PATTERN GRADING | FIT TECHNOLOGIST | 3D FIT | TECH PACKS Your garment should fit right, sew right and be ready for production. I help fashion brands, startups, designers and manufacturers turn sketches and ideas into production-ready patterns, graded size sets, tech packs and 3D fit samples. I am a Certified Garment Technologist with 17+ years of hands-on experience in apparel product development. I currently lead sample development, CAD and 3D fit technology as a Senior Manager at a multinational apparel manufacturer, so I know what factories need and what buyers expect. I have developed garments for Walmart, Zara, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi's, Express, Next, Tesco, Sainsbury's, C&A, M&S, Topman, Nautica and Target. WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU 1. Sewing Pattern Making (Digital CAD Patterns) - Pattern drafting from sketches, photos, reference garments or measurements - Pattern conversion, digitizing and correction - Women's, men's, kids and activewear: shirts, tops, dresses, trousers, jeans, jackets, blazers, outerwear and more - Clean seam allowances, notches, grainlines and construction-ready pieces 2. Pattern Grading and Size Charts - Size grading in any size range: XS-XXL, plus size, kids, numeric and custom - Graded size charts and measurement specs - Grading rules built to your brand's fit and size standards 3. Fit Technologist Services - Fit analysis and pattern corrections from fit session comments or sample photos - Garment measurement and spec checking - Fit comments, fit approval and pre-production sample (PP) support - Fixing common fit problems: drag lines, gaping, twisting, tight or loose areas 4. 3D Fit and Garment Simulation - 3D virtual samples and fit simulation in CLO 3D and Browzwear V-Stitcher - Realistic fabric, print and trim visualization - Fewer physical samples, faster approvals and lower sampling cost 5. Tech Packs (Garment Specification Packs) - Complete, factory-ready tech packs with flat sketches and construction details - Measurement specs and POM tables, graded spec sheets - Bill of materials (BOM), stitching details, labels, packaging and trims - Colorways, artwork placement and sewing instructions 6. Markers and Fabric Consumption - Marker making and fabric consumption calculation - Cost-saving marker efficiency for production SOFTWARE Lectra, TUKAcad, Optitex, CLO 3D, Browzwear V-Stitcher, Adobe Illustrator FILE FORMATS DELIVERED DXF, ASTM, AAMA, PDF, A4 and Letter size print files, PLT, HPGL, ISO cut files, AI WHY WORK WITH ME - Top Rated freelancer with a track record of satisfied clients on Upwork - Real factory and buyer-side experience, not just theory - Clear communication, accurate work and on-time delivery - Patterns and tech packs that factories can use without confusion - Confidentiality respected for all designs and brand information HOW WE START Send me your sketch, reference photo, existing pattern or tech pack, target size range and deadline. I will review it and reply with a clear scope, timeline and quote. Not sure what you need? Message me and I will recommend the simplest way to get your garment from idea to production. Let's make your next collection fit better, sew better and sell better.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $465
Billed in all: $7,636$7.6k
$155 in the last 6 months
Across 4 contracts
Across 29 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 27% in Browzwear
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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