Clothing Construction (Theory)

Paper Code: 
CFSD 203
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Understand the basics of garment making.
  2. Focus on the fundamental principles of garment construction.
  3. Impart with the basic sewing techniques of various components of the garment.

 

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Course Title

CFSD 203

Clothing Construction (Theory)

 

The Students will be able to:

  1. Describe various sewing equipment, its functioning & common problems faced while usage.
  2. Analysis the common fabrics used in clothing construction.
  3. Examine various pre-preparatory processes involved in fabric preparation for garment construction & get familiar with fabric grain & its importance.
  4. Illustrate layouts used in clothing construction for special fabrics.
  5. Develop skill in understanding various garment construction processes like seams, fullness, neckline finishes, placket openings, hems, fasteners etc.

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Power Point Presentations, Informative videos

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentations, Field trips.

Assessment tasks will include Class Test on the topics, Semester end examinations, /Quiz, Student presentations, and assignments

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Introduction to Sewing Machines
  • Common Sewing terms
  • Tools and Equipment used for measuring, drafting, pinning, cutting and sewing
  • Sewing machine and attachments:
    • Types, parts and functions of sewing machine
    • Defects and Remedies

 

9.00
Unit II: 
Introduction to following varieties of fabrics (physical appearance, uses and care)
  • Cotton Fabrics – gingham, madras cotton, chambray, chintz, poplin, lawn, muslin, crinkle cotton, voile, lace, cambric, cheese cloth, calico, damask, denim.
  • Woolen Fabrics – worsted, flannel, cashmere, tartan, gabardine, modern tweed, Jersey, mohair.
  • Linen & Silk fabrics – suiting linen, satin, taffeta, organza, crepe De china, devore velvet, chiffon, dupion, georgette, shantung.
  • Synthetic & Special Fabrics – acrylic, viscose, polyester crepe, Microfiber, boucle, polar fleece, flock, nylon, sequin fabric, spandex, PVC, fur fabric, leather.

 

 

9.00
Unit III: 
Preparation of fabric
  • Fabric grain
  • Preparation of fabric before Cutting: straightening, shrinking, pressing
  • Different types of layout: crosswise, longitudinal, open and combination for various fabric types (directional, checks, stripes, bold prints and borders)
  • Marking, Pinning, Cutting
9.00
Unit IV: 
Seams and finishing of raw edges
  • Seams and Seam Finishes 
  •  Additional seam techniques: clipping, notching, trimming, easing under stitching, stay stitching, trimming a corner, piping, facings
  • Finishing of hemlines
  • Study of interrelationship of needle, thread and stitch length.

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Study of garment components: Application & sewing sequence and techniques of making of the following:
  • Necklines and Collars
  • Sleeves and sleeve finishes, cuffs
  • Plackets
  • Yokes
  • Pockets
  • Types of darts

 

Essential Readings: 

Suggested Text Books:

  • Relis. Nurie & Strauss Gail, (1997), Sewing for Fashion Design, IInd Edition, Published by Prentichile Hall.
  • Reader’s, Digest, Complete Guide to Sewing, The Reader’s Digest Associations (Canada) Ltd.  Montreal, Pleasantville, New York.
  • Kallal, Mary Jo, (1985) Clothing Construction, Mc Millan Publishing Company, New   York.
  • Armstrong, Pearson., (1995) Pattern making for Fashion Design, Fair Child Publication, New York (Indian ed.)

 

Suggested Reference Books:

  • Tholia Akshay, (2011) Fabric Swatch Work Book, Ist Edition, Published by SARU International.
  • Cream, Penelope., (1996) The Complete Book of Sewing - A Practical Step by Step Guide to Sewing Techniques, DK Publishing Book, New York.
  • Janace E. Bubonia. (2012) Apparel production terms and processes, Fairchild Books, New York.
  • Thomas, (1986) The Art of Sewing UBSPD Publishers Distributors Ltd. New Delhi    Bray, Natalie., More Dress Pattern Making, BSP.
  • Holman, Gillian., (1997) Pattern Cutting Made Easy, BSP.

 

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Academic Year: 
2023-24
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