Graphic designers play a very important role in the clothing industry. They are responsible for transforming the design concept of clothing into practical patterns that can be used for manufacturing according to the designer's ideas and customer's requirements. Therefore, graphic designers need to have extensive professional knowledge and skills.

Here are some key knowledge that graphic designers need to know:

Clothing structure and cutting: pattern designers need to have a deep understanding of human body structure and clothing structure, including the names, sizes and proportions of various parts of clothing, as well as the cutting and making methods of different styles and styles of clothing.

Drawing and labeling: Pattern designers need to master various drawing methods and labeling symbols, such as clothing drawings, structural drawings, process drawings, etc. This is the basis for making accurate patterns.

Materials and textures: Pattern designers need to know the characteristics and textures of different materials, such as cloth, leather and fur. , in order to better choose materials suitable for design requirements.

Sewing technology: pattern designers need to be familiar with sewing equipment and various sewing technologies, such as flat sewing, sewing, sewing locking, and sewing requirements and skills of different materials.

Measurement and evaluation: the pattern designer needs to accurately measure and evaluate the human body in order to make a suitable garment pattern. They also need to know the changes of human body in different activities, so as to better adapt to human body shape and sports needs.

Design and creativity: A graphic designer should have certain design and creativity, be able to make patterns that conform to the design style according to the requirements of designers and customers, and be able to make certain adjustments and improvements according to the actual situation.

Computer-aided design: Graphic designers need to master computer-aided design software, such as AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator and so on, in order to make and design patterns better.

These are just some of the main knowledge that graphic designers need to know. To be a successful pattern designer, you need to study and practice constantly and accumulate rich experience and skills.