FUNDAMENTALS OF CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION
Jan 04, 2016
FUNDAMENTALS OF CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION
Objective
To provide basic skills and information regarding sewing, pressing and constructing a basic garment.
To familiarize the students with the use and control of sewing machine.
Introduction to Sewing Machine and its parts.
Sewing supplies – Measuring, marking, cutting, sewing and finishing tools.
Basic Seams Plain seamEdge stitched seamOver-edge (Over-lock seam)Double layer Over-edge seamFlat fell seamFrench seamSelf bound seam Lapped seamSingle ply bound seamPinking/pined seam finish
Basic Hand stitches
Back stitch
Basting stitch
Slip stitch
Hemming
Skirt Zipper
Skirt Darts and Waistband
Zipper and Fly opening for pant
Pant pockets
Body measurements
Skirt pattern
Fabric Constructional techniques
• Gathering• Pleats• Tucks• Shirring• Smocking• Ruffles
Pattern for Pant
Basic Embroidery Stitches
• Blanket stitch• Chain Stitch• Cross stitch
HOME-WORKS
Prepare specification sheet for five garments indicating the different seams/stitches used to prepare a garment
Stitching of a complete pant
MARKS DISTRIBUTION
Daily class performance : 50%
Home work : 20%
Final garment : 20%
Attendance : 10%
ATTENDENCEOne absent : -3
(without proof)
One absent : -1 (with proof)
Late in class : -1
If you are absent for more than three classes, you are considered fail in th course
If you are late for more than three classes, it will be calculated as one absent.
THINGS TO REMEMBERBe punctual in the class
Submit your home-work in time
Switch off your cell phones in the class
Do not forget to bring your sewing kit and fabric for class practical