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DRESSMAKING-CONCEPT-NOTES

The document outlines various tools and supplies used in sewing, including measuring, cutting, marking, and pressing equipment, as well as essential sewing accessories. It also provides detailed procedures for taking accurate body measurements to ensure well-fitted garments. The measurements include specific areas such as shoulder, bust, waist, and sleeve length, which are crucial for garment construction.

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DRESSMAKING-CONCEPT-NOTES

The document outlines various tools and supplies used in sewing, including measuring, cutting, marking, and pressing equipment, as well as essential sewing accessories. It also provides detailed procedures for taking accurate body measurements to ensure well-fitted garments. The measurements include specific areas such as shoulder, bust, waist, and sleeve length, which are crucial for garment construction.

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TLE 9

A. Measuring Tools
1. Tape Measure – it is used to take body measurements
2. Ruler – it is used to measure small details
3. Tailor’s square – it is used to measure perpendicular lines
4. Gauge – it is a 5-10 cm device used to measure and mark short distances.
5. Shirt marker – it is used to measure and mark hemlines
6. French curve – it is used to draw curved lines such as armholes and necklines.

B. Cutting Tools
1. Dressmaker’s shears – it is used to cut the fabric
2. Pinking shears – it is used to finish seam edges to prevent from raveling
3. Scissors – it is used to cut pattern papers and threads
4. Seam ripper – it is used to remove stitches from the seam
5. Thread clipper – it is used to cut hanging threads
6. Buttonhole scissors – it is used to cut buttonholes

C. Marking Tools
1. Tailor’s chalk – it is used to mark directly on the fabric
2. Tracing wheel – it is used to transfer marks accurately on both sides of the cloth. The
marks are washable.
3. Pencil – it is used to transfer perforated marks
4. Dressmaker’s tracing paper – it is used to transfer markings from the pattern to the fabric using a tracing wheel.
5. Liquid marking pencil – are used to mark tucks, darts, pleats and pockets.

D. Sewing Accessories
1. Thimble – it is small cap used to protect the finger
2. Pin cushion – it is used to keep needles and pins
3. Pins – it is used to join the patterns on a fabric
4. Emery bag – it is used to keep and sharpen needles and pins
5. Needle threader – it is a handy device used in passing the thread through the eye of the needle

E. Pressing Equipment
1. Ironing board – it is a padded flat surface for ironing and pressing. The padding resists
the heat of the iron
2. Flat iron – it is used to press the cloth against the ironing
3. Sleeve board – it is used to press the seams of the sleeves

F. Sewing Supplies
1. Threads – these are filaments twisted together into a continuous strand. These are an important material in making a
garment.
2. Needles – these are available in different types and sizes appropriate for the selected fabric and thread
3. Fasteners – these are used to close the openings of garments
4. Tapes and bindings – these are the most popular fastener. These are also used as decorations
5. Assorted buttons – these are used for pattern drafting
6. Zippers – these are fasteners made of metal and nylon
7. Laces – these are trimmings used for decorative purposes
8. Beeswax or leftover candles – these are used to strengthen the thread for hand sewing and reduce the tendency of the
thread to untangle
9. Fabrics – these are the material made into garments; sometimes called cloth
PROCEDURES IN TAKING BODY MEASUREMENTS
When body measurements are accurate, the garments can be fit. A well fitted garment can enhance not only the look of the
person but also the personality. The measurement of attire depends on a number of factors, like the style, type of the
garment and the gender of the customer. Below are the types on how body measurements can be achieved properly;
1. Horizontal measurement- taken from the left of the figure to the right.
2. Vertical measurement- taken from the top of the body figure to its base.
3. Circumferential measurement- taken around the body

Taking Body Measurements


• Shoulder: Measure from one shoulder end to the other.
• Bust: Measure around the fullest part of the bust, ensuring the tape is level and not too tight.
• Under-bust: Measure directly under the bust.
• Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
• Hip: Measure around the widest part of the hips.
• Length: Measure the desired length of the garment from the shoulder down. For skirts or dresses, measure from the
waist down.
• Bust Point: Measure from the shoulder to the fullest point of the bust.
• Under-bust Level: Measure from the shoulder to where the bra sits under the bust.
• Top Length: For a top, measure from the shoulder to the desired length at the hip.
• Skirt Length: For a skirt, measure from the waist to the desired length (knee, above knee, below knee, or floor length).
• Sleeve Length: Measure from the shoulder edge to the desired length of the sleeve (short, three-quarter, or wrist length).
• Round Sleeve: Measure around the fullest part of the sleeve for the sleeve circumference.
• Wrist: Measure around the wrist for long sleeves

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