Pattern Cutting and Grading Software

VetiGraph fashion CAD pattern design software and pattern cutting software are trusted by fashion designers, pattern cutters, and graders worldwide. This pattern making software streamlines the design to production process, ensuring precision and scalability. By integrating advanced tools, designers can innovate freely while maintaining the technical accuracy required for complex pieces, making it an essential tool in modern fashion production.

Our solutions provide pattern cutting software, grading and marker making.

Proudly supporting the UK’s apparel, upholstery, and manufacturing industries with reliable CAD/CAM technology, training, and innovation.

Years of CAD/CAM Excellence

Delivering advanced design and cutting solutions trusted by manufacturers since 1984.

UK Clients and Partners

Supporting hundreds of design studios and production teams nationwide with end-to-end software and hardware solutions.

Hours of Training & Support Delivered

Comprehensive UK-based training and lifetime technical support that keeps teams performing at their best.

UK-Wide Service & Support Coverage

Dedicated teams in the South and Midlands ensure fast response and reliable on-site assistance across the country.

Up to 25% Less Material Waste with VetiGraph Solutions

Our efficient CAD/CAM and cutting technology helps manufacturers reduce costs, energy use, and environmental impact.

The leading CAD software for innovative designers

The benefits of moving from card to CAD

  • Save time.
  • More accurate and efficient.
  • Eliminate manual errors.
  • Speed up the sampling process.
  • Increase productivity by as much as 30%.
  • Files protected (with cloud storage).
  • Retain legacy patterns without taking up space.
  • Easily send and receive digital pattern files.
  • Automate the cutting process and connect to CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) systems.
Our system offers a wide range of tools to simplify digital pattern cutting, grading, and pattern design alterations. You can easily generate fullness, create pleats, add darts and notches, seam allowance, and hems. The pattern cutter is guided with the help of dialogue boxes, automated tools, and measuring functions to speed up product development and make perfect patterns. Enhance your workflow with these additional features to ensure accuracy and consistency in every pattern creation process.

Pattern Grading

With VetiGraph CAD, pattern grading becomes accurate and simple. Pattern blocks and grading rules are in place to help check for accuracy. Much of the process is automated and grading rules can be saved for future use. This enhancement in pattern cutting tools ensures repeatability and precision, crucial for scaling designs across various sizes while maintaining design integrity.

Pattern Marker Making

Using powerful AI, VetiGraph Marker Optimum is an additional module that allows you to create cutting markers fast and efficiently, whilst maximising the yield of the fabric. The software instantly gives cost data and fabric consumption, enabling you to reduce fabric waste by up to 15%.

Made To Measure

The world of tailor-made bespoke garments often feels like a sector technology has left behind. VetiGraph CAD includes made to measure as a standard feature. Quickly and easily enter your customers measurements into the system to get a custom fit, then print out the patterns for your tailors with one of our plotters.

Importing And Exporting Files 

Our CAD pattern design software can import and export to and from other CAD software systems including Gerber, Lectra, Investronica, Optitex as well as fabric design packages such as Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW. Sending files or migrating from another system to VetiGraph is easy and straightforward using .DXF files. This compatibility enhances workflow efficiency, allowing seamless integration with existing systems and facilitating collaboration across different platforms and teams.

Body Scanner App

Using a smartphone camera from anywhere in the world, your clients can create a virtual avatar that will collect over 100 accurate measurements:

  1. Send a QR code to your client.
  2. They download the App on their smartphone and follow the simple instructions. All they need to do is wear some tight fitting clothing to allow for accurate scanning.
  3. Using the smartphone camera they simply turn 360 degrees within 10 seconds for the upper body and lower body.
  4. The avatar takes about 5 minutes to process the data to your platform.
  5. The captured video is not available to anyone. It is not transmitted, stored or available to any other party

Frequently Asked Questions for Pattern Cutting & Grading Software

What is pattern cutting software used for?
Pattern cutting software is used to create, edit and manage digital garment patterns. Vetigraph’s solution allows users to draft base patterns, make technical adjustments and prepare designs for production – all within a precise digital workflow.
Can I grade patterns automatically with Vetigraph software?
Yes. Vetigraph’s grading tools allow you to apply grade rules to your base patterns quickly and accurately. You can set up size ranges, adjust measurement points and generate multiple sizes without redrawing each pattern.
Is this software suitable for both fashion and upholstery?

Vetigraph’s pattern cutting and grading tools are widely used in fashion, accessories and upholstery production. The system supports a wide range of pattern types, including clothing, cushions, covers and soft furnishings.

Does the software work with existing CAD files?

Yes. Vetigraph’s system is compatible with standard CAD formats, making it easy to import or export existing pattern files. This ensures a smooth transition from other platforms or paper-based workflows.

Can patterns be digitised from physical templates?

Absolutely. Vetigraph offers photo digitising tools that allow users to convert physical patterns into accurate digital files. These files can then be edited and graded within the software.

Is the software user-friendly for new pattern makers?

The software is designed to be intuitive and accessible. While some technical knowledge helps, Vetigraph provides full onboarding and training to support users at any level.

Does Vetigraph offer support and training?

Yes. All customers receive expert training as part of their onboarding. Ongoing support is also provided, including updates, remote helpdesk access and direct contact with the Vetigraph team.

Is it possible to integrate this software with other Vetigraph tools?
Yes. Vetigraph’s pattern cutting software works seamlessly with its full suite of tools including nesting software, fabric cutters and lay planning systems creating a joined-up production workflow from design to cut.
Can the system help reduce sampling and production errors?

By working digitally, pattern adjustments are more accurate and easier to test before production. This reduces sampling costs, minimises material waste and helps streamline production planning.

 

“10 years ago we started working with Vetigraph’s CAD system and it transformed our design development process. Creating, developing and grading patterns digitally has increased accuracy and considerably improved productivity not to mention reducing storage space. It is also key to our business to have the ability to produce bespoke, made-to-measure patterns digitally.

More recently, we have adopted StylePack to manage all our production processes for both bridal and RTW.

Vetigraph as a company is very ‘user friendly’ and will always do whatever it takes to resolve a problem.”

VetiGraph / Testimonial

Martin Jenkins, MD of Sassi Holford Bridal Couture

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3D Design & Virtual Sampling Software

Our 3D software and custom avatar can generate a virtual prototype for final approval to assist you and your customer envisage the finished garment.

Available as an optional module to our 2D CAD software. Find out more

Supporting Hardware

In addition to our CAD software you might need:

A Digitsing System to convert your old card patterns into digital files. Find out more

A Studio Plotter to print out pattern files for sampling, to send to factories etc. Find out more

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