Tailoring And Dressmaking –03 Months
v Trainees are provided with knowledge and skills on followings:
# Describe why professional garments can now be developed by dressmakers working from their homes
# Identify the proper tools, equipment, and sewing aids for cutting, sewing, and pressing
# Sew several types of temporary and permanent stitches
# Recognize and produce a variety of basic seams
# Take body measurements needed for the proper fit of garments
# Choose a clothing pattern
# Prepare a pattern for individual figure variations
# Recognize and use sewing terms and style names
- # Classify natural and man-made fibers
- # Use standard methods to identify unknown fibers
- # Recognize the differences between knitted, woven, and bonded fabrics
- # Distinguish between dyed and printed fabrics
- # Choose a fabric with the desired fiber content and finish for a particular purpose
- # Handle troublesome fabrics with skill to achieve good results
- # Match patterned fabric along the seams
- # Care properly for garments
- # Use recommended methods for treating stains
- # Select appropriate fabrics, interfacing, lining, and notions
- # Shrink, press, and handle fabric properly at each stage of garment construction
- # Lay out fabric and pin a pattern to the fabric
- # Cut fabric, following pattern lines
- # Transfer pattern markings to fabric
- # Tack together cut fabric pieces in preparation for a fitting
- # Mark cut fabric pieces for any necessary alterations
- # Construct a garment in the proper order
- # Apply the finishing touches to a garment
- # Strengthen and finish corners and points
- # Join or finish curved edges
- # Plan for and stitch overlaid seams
- # Construct and attach pockets
- # Form and stitch pleats
- # Select and use interfacings, linings, and backings
- # Use special padding and techniques on coats and jackets
- # Construct set-in, kimono, and raglan sleeves
- # Measure for and make well-fitted trousers and culottes
- # Successfully work with fabrics cut on the bias
- # Use fabric weighting, shoulder pads, and boning
- # Construct shoulder straps holders
- # Choose flattering styles and fabrics
# Apply Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Practices in the workplace.