Fashion Designer Pattern Making & Garment Construction 3

Question 1

What is the function of tailor's tacks in garment construction?

Accepted Answer

Temporarily marking construction points through multiple fabric layers

Answer

Tailor's tacks are loose thread loops that transfer pattern markings (darts, pocket placements) through fabric layers without leaving permanent marks.

Question 2

In sleeve construction, a 'sleeve cap ease' of approximately how much is typical for a set-in sleeve in woven fabric?

Accepted Answer

1 to 1½ inches

Answer

Set-in sleeves typically require 1 to 1½ inches of ease in the sleeve cap so the cap can be eased smoothly into the armscye without puckers.

Question 3

Which pattern symbol indicates that a pattern piece should be placed on the fabric fold?

Accepted Answer

A double-ended arrow along the edge

Answer

A double-ended arrow or bracket along a straight edge signals 'place on fold,' meaning that edge aligns with the fabric fold to create a symmetrical piece.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of understitching a facing?

Accepted Answer

To anchor the seam allowances to the facing so it rolls to the inside

Answer

Understitching is sewn through the facing and seam allowances only, preventing the facing from rolling to the garment's outside.

Question 5

A 'princess seam' pattern design achieves shaping primarily through:

Accepted Answer

Vertical seams that curve over the bust and through the waist

Answer

Princess seaming replaces darts with curved vertical seams that flow over the bust point and follow the body contour through the waist and hip.

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Fashion Designer Pattern Making & Garment Construction 3