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Garment Construction Techniques
What is the focus of the book 'Sewing for Fashion Designers'?
Garment construction related to contemporary fashion and up-to-date manufacturing methods.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What essential skills does the book provide?
Basic construction methods and techniques used in the fashion industry.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What can sewers do once they master basic methods according to the book?
Explore more advanced techniques to achieve individual design ideas.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What resources does the book offer to assist readers?
Instructions, images, and illustrations.
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Garment Construction Techniques
How does the book support the understanding of garment construction?
By including photographs of designer garments that highlight techniques and materials used.
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Fashion Studio Organization
What is the purpose of a pinboard mentioned in the book?
To keep pattern pieces organized and easily accessible.
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Fashion Studio Organization
Who can benefit from the book 'Sewing for Fashion Designers'?
Fashion educators, students, professionals, and anyone interested in fashion sewing.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What does Chapter 1 introduce regarding sewing and pressing?
It introduces sewing and pressing equipment used in fashion studios and the fashion industry.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What is covered in the guide on body measurements?
It leads into working with paper patterns and understanding their symbols.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What techniques are discussed for preparing fabric for cutting?
Basic cutting-out techniques, the use of the grain line, and pattern layouts.
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Seam and Hem Finishing
What should you adjust if seams on lighter weight fabrics are prone to puckering?
Loosen the thread tension and adjust to a larger stitch length.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a Tapestry Needle designed for?
Passing through loose-woven materials without tearing.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is the primary focus of 'Getting Started 1'?
Introduction to basic concepts and foundational skills.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is the primary use of the Button Sewing Machine?
To attach flat buttons onto garments in mass production.
What is the primary purpose of pins in sewing?
To attach pieces of material together temporarily.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What are the essential machines in today's garment production?
Sewing machines and overlockers.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of Craft Needles?
To achieve specialist construction methods.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
How does a disappearing-ink pen work?
The marks will disappear by themselves over a couple of days or react to water and disappear immediately.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the primary function of Pinking Shears?
To finish raw seams and seam allowances and help prevent fraying.
Why is a good-quality cutting tool important?
It makes the job trouble-free.
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Fashion Studio Organization
What is the heart of all fashion businesses called?
The studio area or fashion atelier.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the function of a tracing wheel?
To transfer markings from paper to paper or from paper to fabric using carbon paper.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What angles can a Set Square help to draw?
45-degree and 90-degree angles.
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Fashion Studio Organization
What is the primary function of a fashion studio?
To translate creative ideas into finished pieces.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are chalk pencils good for?
Marking placement points on fabric.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a Metre Stick primarily used for?
Establishing garment length, drawing grain lines, and measuring fabric length.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the main feature of a Tape Measure?
It is flexible, allowing measurement of both straight and curved lines.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What types of buttonholes can a Buttonhole and Keyhole Machine produce?
Fly-bar end buttonholes, keyhole buttonholes, buttonholes with gimp or cord filler, and open-end buttonholes.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How do you measure the inside leg for women?
Measure from the crotch to the floor using a tailor’s tape measure, ensuring the metal piece is at the crotch area.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What is the purpose of marking tools in garment construction?
To identify placement points and positioning marks on paper patterns and transfer requirements onto fabric for a good fit.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
How can proper pressing assist in garment construction?
It helps in shaping sleeves, curved seams, and dart areas, and rectifying small sewing errors.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What is a Pattern Punch used for?
To cut a hole into pattern pieces to facilitate hanging.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What can cause fabric stretching when sewing?
Sewing fabrics cut on the bias or with some stretch; leading the fabric properly and avoiding excessive pulling.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What factors determine the length of a skirt?
The design and the measurement taken from the waist along the side of the body to the knee or floor.
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Seam and Hem Finishing
What does a loose seam indicate?
Tension is too loose on the bobbin and needle thread or the machine has not been threaded correctly.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What features should a domestic ironing board have?
A soft surface with a narrow end, covered with high-temperature tolerant material.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What are the four principal plain machine stitches?
Chain stitch, overlock stitch, lockstitch, and cover stitch.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the function of Teflon-coated feet?
They facilitate the smooth movement of the material.
What is the advantage of using a Magnet in sewing?
To easily pick up pins and needles.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What types of sewing machines are commonly found in a fashion studio?
Industrial sewing machines and overlockers.
What types of materials are Steel Pins suitable for?
All kinds of materials, including fixing fabric onto a mannequin.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of the rounded point on a Ballpoint Needle?
It slides between the material instead of piercing the yarn, reducing holes and runs.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
Why is it important to start with foundational skills in sewing?
To build a strong base for more advanced techniques.
What factors should be considered when choosing a pin?
Fabric weight, texture of fabric, and the job in hand.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
Where should tailor’s chalk primarily be used?
On the wrong side of the fabric to avoid permanent staining.
What is the function of a needle in sewing?
To bring a thread through material for temporary or permanent attachment.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What are the main body measurements taken for sizing?
Height, bust/chest, waist, and hip circumference.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What problems can occur when stitching seams?
Incorrect thread tension, improperly inserted needle or bobbin, or incorrect machine threading.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is required for mass-production in garment making?
An industrial sewing machine and overlocker.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is the purpose of the first toile?
To check the overall shape, proportion, and fit of the garment.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is a flat fell seam?
A seam created using a Twin-Needle Lockstitch Machine.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How can a toile be fitted?
On a mannequin or a live model, preferably a live model.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What skills are typically emphasized in the initial stages of learning?
Basic sewing techniques and understanding of tools.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a Pattern Master used for?
For pattern drafting and marking hemlines.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What should you do if skipping stitches occurs?
Check the needle direction, size, type, and ensure the machine is threaded correctly.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is the function of a Twin-Needle Lockstitch Machine?
Used for topstitching effects and sewing two parallel rows simultaneously.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of a Cutting Mat?
To protect the cutting surface and the blade when using a rotary cutter or craft knife.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What is the method for measuring crotch depth?
Use two tapes; one around the natural waist and the second from the waist to the seat while the model sits.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of the Skirt Marker?
To measure hemlines and create even hems using a chalk line.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the unique feature of a Tailor’s Tape Measure?
It has a metal piece on one end for measuring the inside leg up to the crotch.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
Why is the lockstitch widely used in the industry?
It is much more stable than the chain stitch and looks the same on both top and bottom.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is the purpose of a free-hand embroidery machine?
To hold the fabric in place using a hooped embroidery frame.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is the purpose of the overlock stitch?
It is used to finish raw edges and is flexible for joining seams of knitted and stretch materials.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of a Needle Threader?
To make threading fine-eyed needles easier.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is a drawback of machine-attached buttons?
They are not as secure as hand sewn buttons.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What basic equipment is sufficient for home pressing?
A domestic ironing board and a good steam iron with temperature regulation.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is a toile?
A garment cut out of cheaper fabric for fitting.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What causes random loops in stitching?
Incorrect threading of the machine or improper placement of the thread inside the tension disks.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What is the correct method to measure waist to hip for women?
Use two tapes: one around the natural waistline and the second from the waistline down to the fullest part of the hip.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What should be considered when taking individual measurements?
Measurements should not be taken too tightly or too loosely and are without allowance for comfort.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
When is an L-Square Ruler used?
When a set square is too small for the job.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What does a Pattern Notcher do?
Makes marking points on paper patterns by taking small cuts out of the paper’s edge to indicate balance points.
Why are Safety Pins preferred for loose-woven fabric?
They will not get lost unlike straight pins.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a key feature of the Sewing Gauge?
It has a sliding tab that can be set at any point along the ruler.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the general use of Sharps Hand-Sewing Needles?
They are used for a wide range of hand sewing tasks.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is the purpose of a Purl Merrow machine?
To produce a decorative edge finish by sewing a narrow rolled hem on light- to medium-weight fabrics.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are some essential tools mentioned for garment construction?
Sewing essentials, tools for measuring and marking, machinery, and pressing equipment.
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Fashion Studio Organization
Where are blocks and patterns typically found?
Hanging on the wall of most design studios.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What types of fabrics are Ballpoint Needles used for?
Knitted fabrics and loose-woven materials.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What should be considered when taking measurements for a personalized garment?
The client should wear suitable underwear or body-conscious clothing and stand in a relaxed posture.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What are the key measurements for a skirt block?
Waist, hip, skirt length, and body height.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What direction should you press fabric?
In the direction of the grain line.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the primary use of an awl in sewing?
To mark positioning points by punching through the paper pattern onto the fabric.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a Seam Ripper used for?
To unpick stitches and open machine buttonholes.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are Embroidery Scissors designed for?
Needlework, featuring a sharp-pointed blade.
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Fashion Studio Organization
Who typically shares the studio space?
Pattern cutter, sample machinist, studio manager, and sometimes the designer.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What determines the choice of sewing machine foot?
The sewing task and design required.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What does a Thimble do?
Protects the finger when pushing the needle through fabric.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What additional measurement is taken for pattern modification?
Secondary measurements, such as the length of a dress.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What unique feature does the Skirt Marker have?
A puffer that puffs a chalk line onto the garment.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How should the bust/chest measurement be taken for women?
Place the tape around the fullest part of the bust, horizontally across the back and under the arms.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a distinctive feature of the Thread Clipper?
It has two pointed blades with a self-opening spring.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What distinguishes industrial sewing machines from domestic ones?
Industrial machines have a high sewing speed and are set into a table.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How should the hip measurement be taken for women?
Measure the fullest part of the hips from behind, ensuring the tape is horizontal and does not drop.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What is a Pattern Drill used for?
For punching holes through the paper pattern for various markings, including the position of pockets.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What types of overlockers are there based on the number of threads?
3-thread, 4-thread, and 5-thread overlockers.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What can a 4-thread overlocker do?
Stitch a seam allowance together and overcast it at the same time.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What can happen if a sewing machine needle is not threaded correctly?
Thread snapping or top thread skipping stitches.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of measuring tools and rulers in garment construction?
To ensure correct measurements, balanced curves, and straight lines.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What is essential to understand pattern cutting?
A good understanding of garment construction.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What does a pattern record?
All the information of a design.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How do you measure waist to floor?
From the waist to the floor, over the hip on the outer leg.
What type of fabrics are T-Head Pins used for?
Loose or open weave fabrics and loose-knitted materials.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What are the main functions of pressing equipment?
They work with heat, pressure, and sometimes vacuum to achieve an effective garment finish.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is unique about the Leather/Glovers Needle?
It has a triangular point designed to pierce leather without tearing.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is a unique feature of the Superlock machine?
It creates an unturned edge finish with a very tight stitch formation.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are Bodkins used for?
Threading elastics and ribbon through channels and open weaves.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
What is 'ease' in pattern drafting?
An allowance added for comfort in the measurements when drafting the pattern block.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is a Tailor’s Ham used for?
It is used for shaping collars, lapels, darts, and sleeve cups, and for pressing rounded areas.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is the primary use of the cover stitch?
To attach trims, finish hems, and join seams in sports and leisurewear.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What does a Binding Attachment do?
Guides and folds a bias strip for applying binding to a fabric edge.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What items are suggested for a starter sewing kit?
Steel pins, hand-sewing needle, thimble, scissors, seam ripper, chalk, tracing wheel, awl, tape measure, pattern master, metre stick.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of the Piping Foot?
To allow piping cord to be fed through while attaching it to material.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the function of a Canvas Shelf on an industrial ironing table?
It prevents fabric from touching the floor and stops knitted material from stretching.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
Why is it important to press the fabric before cutting?
To allow for eventual shrinkage.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a key advantage of using vanishing chalk?
The marking will disappear by itself over time or immediately upon ironing.
What should you consider when choosing a blade for cutting?
The type of material to be cut.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is the primary use of specialized machinery in garment construction?
To cover all design eventualities in the fashion industry, mainly on mass-production lines.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What types of materials can a Twin-Needle Lockstitch Machine be used on?
Woven and semi-stretch materials.
What can dull blades do to the cutting process?
Damage the material and slow the process down.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is the main function of a Cover Stitch Machine?
To sew garment seams together while preventing unraveling, rolling, or fraying.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is a key feature of domestic sewing machines?
They produce a lock stitch with adjustable stitch length.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the purpose of the Invisible Zip Foot?
To insert invisible zips by stitching closely under the teeth.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the Sewing Gauge used for?
To measure hemlines or the distance between buttonholes.
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Fashion Studio Organization
What type of lighting is recommended for a fashion studio?
Good-quality lighting, preferably a daylight lamp or high-intensity light.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is the function of the overlocker?
It is used for finishing edges and joining seams on knitted garments.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is unique about the Twin Needle?
It consists of two single needles inserted into an attachment to create a double stitch line.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What happens after a successful shell fitting?
The garment can be completed.
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Garment Construction Techniques
How does a Blind-Stitch Machine work?
It attaches two pieces of material without penetrating the full depth of the face material, making the thread invisible on the right side.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
How does the Pin Hem Foot finish fabric edges?
By double-folding the fabric and completing the folding and stitching.
What types of fibers are introduced in Chapter 2?
Natural and man-made fibers, blends, and fabric finishing.
What specific materials are explored in Chapter 5?
Denim, knitted fabrics, leather, fur, latex, and patterned fabrics, among others.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What should you do before beginning to iron?
Test the temperature on the edge of the fabric.
What types of edges do cutting blades come with?
Serrated, zigzag, waved, or straight edges.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What type of sewing machine is suitable for producing sample garments?
A domestic sewing machine or overlocker.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are French Curves used for?
To correct the run of a curve, like a neckline or collar shape.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How should arm length be measured?
From the shoulder tip along the outer arm across the elbow to the wrist bone, with the arm relaxed and slightly bent.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a Thread Clipper used for?
For thread cutting, especially handy next to the sewing machine.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a One-Sided Zipper Foot used for?
Sewing close to the raised edge of zipper teeth and for various types of zips.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How is back waist length measured?
From the prominent bone at the neck to the natural waistline, pressing the tape against the waist point for accuracy.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are Chenille Needles used for?
They are used with thick yarns, embroidery floss, and several strands of thread.
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Sewing Machines and Their Uses
How does a digital embroidery machine function?
It uses specialized computer software to recreate photographs or picture designs.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What type of materials is the Leather or Wedge Point Needle used for?
Leather, vinyl, suede, plastic, rubberized, and laminated materials.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What is a shell fitting?
A fitting using the garment made up in the final fabric without fastenings and lining.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is the importance of stitching a sample first?
To check thread tension, needle type, and stitch length before sewing the actual fabric.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How should men's chest measurement be taken?
Measure around the fullest part of the chest under the arms, with a slightly expanded chest or two fingers under the tape.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
Is it necessary to purchase all sewing tools at once?
No, a sewing box can be built up over time.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What are Embroidery Needles designed for?
They are medium-sized with a long oval eye to carry multiple strands of thread and thicker yarns.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What should be checked during the construction process of a sample garment?
The fit and overall look.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the purpose of a Pressing Cloth?
To prevent shine and protect the fabric surface during ironing.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What does a Revolving Hole-Punch do?
Punches round holes into material.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is a key characteristic of the chain stitch?
It is formed from a single thread interlocking with itself and is flexible, suited for loosely woven fabrics and knits.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What does correct thread tension look like?
Smooth and flat on both sides of the seam, with needle and bobbin threads interlocking midway between the surfaces.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What factors should be considered when choosing a hand-sewing needle?
Weight of fabric, structure of fabric, type of thread (size and weight), and design intention.
p.21
Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What should you do if the needle thread tension is too loose?
Tighten the needle thread if loops appear on the underside of the stitching.
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Fashion Studio Organization
What should be organized in a sewing space?
The sewing machine and iron station should be next to each other, with enough table space for cutting.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
When would you use a Teflon Foot?
On materials that stick, like synthetic leather.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What should you do if loops form on the topside of the seam?
Loosen the bobbin thread tension.
p.26
Body Measurements and Fit
What is the correct method for measuring the body height?
Stand the model flat against the wall without shoes, measuring from the top of the head to the floor.
p.23
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is a Pressing Mitt and its use?
It is hollow for sliding a hand inside, ideal for pressing areas that should not be laid flat.
p.18
Sewing Machines and Their Uses
Where are the bobbin and bobbin case located in a sewing machine?
Under the machine needle.
p.7
Sewing Equipment and Tools
How does a Ballpoint Needle differ from a Sharps Needle?
A Ballpoint Needle has a rounded point that slides between yarns instead of piercing them.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a universal needle?
A general-purpose needle with a slightly blunter point than a sharp needle, suitable for most woven and stretch fabrics.
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Garment Construction Techniques
What techniques are explained for controlling fullness in garments?
Gathers, pleats, tucks, and darts.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What is the significance of the sewing techniques discussed in the book?
They provide a solid base for a career in fashion design and encourage experimentation.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What should you avoid doing while pressing fabric?
Pulling or holding down the edges, as it can overstretch the fabric.
p.26
Body Measurements and Fit
How is the waist measurement taken for women?
Place a tape around the natural waistline and take the measurement from behind.
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Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What indicates that the needle thread is too tight?
The bobbin thread pulls up and is visible on the topside of the seam.
What is the function of Bent-handled shears?
They allow the blade to lie flat on the cutting surface for better control.
What is the benefit of using a Brass Lace Pin?
It is very fine and avoids creating holes in lightweight materials like chiffon.
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Body Measurements and Fit
What is the proper technique for measuring the hip for men?
Ensure the model's feet are close together and measure comfortably at the widest part of the hip and midpoint of the pelvic bone.
p.7
Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is unique about Beading Hand-Sewing Needles?
They have a sharp point, are very fine and long, and have a narrow eye to fit through the hole of a bead.
p.23
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What does the Point Presser and Pounding Block do?
The narrow top presses sharp corners, while the flat base pounds creases into materials after steaming.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
How do Industrial Ironing Tables enhance the pressing effect?
They have a vacuum facility that sucks steam through the fabric into the table.
p.25
Body Measurements and Fit
What measurements are required for a trouser block?
Waist, hip, waist to hip, waist to floor, inside leg, and crotch depth.
p.23
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the purpose of a Sleeve Board?
It is useful for pressing sleeves or small parts of a garment without creating unwanted creases.
p.7
Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is a characteristic of Betweens needles?
They are short needles that produce short stitches, used in detailed handwork such as quilting and tailoring.
p.19
Garment Construction Techniques
What materials can a Leather Machine work with?
Leather, vinyl, suede, plastic, rubberized, and laminated materials.
p.5
Sewing Equipment and Tools
What does a well-stocked studio area provide?
Basic fabrics for sampling, linings, fusible materials, fastenings, and threads.
p.15
Sewing Machines and Their Uses
How does the overlocker trim fabric while sewing?
It has a two-blade cutting system that works like scissors.
p.25
Pattern Making and Drafting
What is the first step before starting any garment construction?
Developing a pattern from a design idea or copying from an existing garment.
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Pattern Making and Drafting
Which companies provide sewing patterns?
Vogue, McCall’s, Simplicity, and Burda.
p.25
Body Measurements and Fit
Why are individual body measurements important?
To ensure a good fit for personalized garments.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What should you ensure about the needle tip before sewing?
The tip should not be blunt, bent, or dull to avoid fabric damage and skipped stitches.
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Seam and Hem Finishing
What types of fastenings are discussed in Chapter 4?
The placement and use of all types of fastenings with step-by-step illustrations.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is a Velvet Board used for?
To prevent fabric pile from matting and crushing during pressing.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
When should permanent pleats and creases be applied?
Once the garment is fitted and correct.
p.15
Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What tasks can domestic sewing machines perform?
Joining garment seams, sewing woven and semi-stretch materials, and decorating with embroidery.
p.27
Body Measurements and Fit
What is a unique consideration for measuring the inside leg in men’s tailoring?
A tailor asks which side the client 'dresses' on to allow for extra fabric for loose fitting underwear.
p.11
Pattern Making and Drafting
What are balance points in pattern making?
Points that identify where seams match together to ensure a good fit.
p.20
Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What feature can be found on both domestic and industrial embroidery machines?
Pre-programmed decorative stitches.
p.18
Garment Construction Techniques
What factors influence the size and type of stitch used in garment construction?
Design and style of the garment, function and use, fabric weight and character, care, lifespan, quality, construction technique, production budget, and availability of machine attachments.
p.17
Sewing Equipment and Tools
What is the function of the Compensation Foot?
To compensate for uneven surfaces when sewing.
p.21
Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What should you ensure when choosing a needle and thread?
That they are suitable for the fabric type and weight.
p.21
Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
How should you prepare a sewing sample?
Always place two layers of fabric together.
p.25
Body Measurements and Fit
What is the risk of the client standing in front of a mirror while taking measurements?
They may hold in their stomach and stand up straight, leading to incorrect measurements.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
How does a Clothes Brush assist in ironing?
It raises the nap of woollen fabrics and corrects over-pressing.
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Body Measurements and Fit
How should the waist measurement be taken for men?
Place the tape around the natural waist starting at the navel.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the function of a Sleeve Roll?
It helps press hard-to-reach areas like seams in sleeves while avoiding wrinkles in the rest of the garment.
p.11
Pattern Making and Drafting
What is the function of a Pattern Hook?
To collect and hang a set of pattern pieces.
What alternatives should be used instead of pins for leather, PVC, and plastic materials?
Paperclips or Bulldog Clips.
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Sewing Equipment and Tools
What should the size and point of the needle correspond to?
The weight and type of material, as well as the thickness of the thread.
p.25
Body Measurements and Fit
What measurements are needed for a bodice block?
Bust/chest, waist, hip, back waist length, and arm length.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the purpose of Spearmint Water in pressing?
To eliminate strong folds and unwanted shine from over-pressing.
When is a Rotary Cutter recommended for use?
When cutting several layers of material at the same time.
p.16
Sewing Equipment and Tools
What sizes do sewing machine needles come in?
Sizes range from 60/8 for fine materials to 100/16 for heavyweight materials.
p.18
Sewing Machines and Their Uses
What is the difference between a fixed bobbin case and a removable bobbin case?
A fixed bobbin case is built into the machine, while a removable bobbin case can be taken out for easier access.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the purpose of a Pressure Tank in a Steam Iron?
To give a professional finish.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What does a Fusing Machine or Fusing Press do?
It attaches interfacing to material using temperature, pressure, and a timer.
p.24
Pressing and Finishing Techniques
What is the function of a Strip of Paper in pressing?
To prevent impressions from appearing on the right side of the fabric.
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Pressing and Finishing Techniques
Why should you never iron over pins?
They can leave marks in the fabric.
p.2
Basic and Advanced Sewing Techniques
What does Chapter 3 focus on?
Basic stitches, hand sewing, machine seams, and seam finishes.
