Garment & Textile · Cutting
Marker / Marker Making
Master layout of pattern pieces on fabric width; maximises cloth utilisation.
Pronunciation: 🇺🇸 US
/ˈmɑrkər ˈmɑrkər ˈmeɪkɪŋ/ 🇬🇧 UK/ˈmɒrkə ˈmɒrkə ˈmeɪkɪŋ/Definition
Master layout of pattern pieces on fabric width; maximises cloth utilisation.
Industrialist View
Minutes of layout per marker = 5–20. Efficiency target >85%. CAD software: Gerber AccuMark, Lectra Modaris, Tukatech.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Manual markers: draw on tissue, pin to cloth lay. CAD-cut markers come on plotter paper.
Construction & Use
Bundle-tracking QR codes now printed on markers.
Related Terms
Lay Planning, Spreading, Cut Plan