Tailor Dressmaking and Tailoring Fundamentals 4

Question 1

What distinguishes a 'bespoke' garment from a 'made-to-measure' garment?

Accepted Answer

Bespoke is built from a unique individual pattern, while made-to-measure adjusts an existing block pattern

Answer

Bespoke creates a one-off pattern from scratch for the client, whereas made-to-measure modifies a standard base pattern.

Question 2

When pressing a wool garment, why does a tailor use a press cloth?

Accepted Answer

To protect the wool from scorching and prevent a shine on the surface

Answer

A press cloth shields wool from direct iron heat, preventing scorch marks and the shiny imprint heat can leave.

Question 3

A 'ham' (tailor's ham) is a pressing tool used primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Press curved areas like darts, sleeve caps, and collars over a rounded shape

Answer

A tailor's ham is a firm curved cushion that supports curved seams and darts so they keep their shape during pressing.

Question 4

What is the recommended way to mark darts and dots transferred from a pattern onto delicate fabric?

Accepted Answer

Tailor's tacks or chalk that brush or wash out

Answer

Tailor's tacks and removable chalk transfer marks without permanently damaging or staining delicate cloth.

Question 5

Why is a lining added to the inside of a tailored jacket?

Accepted Answer

To conceal inner construction, reduce wear on the body, and help the jacket slip on smoothly

Answer

A lining hides raw seams and construction, protects the inside, and lets the garment glide on over other clothing.

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