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Fundamentals of Garment Making Theory
Paper Code:
FSD 231
Credits:
02
Contact Hours:
30.00
Max. Marks:
100.00
Objective:
- To impart skills in basic garment making techniques
- To provide the knowledge of different machines and seams used for sewing
6.00
Unit I:
Introduction
- Tools and equipments used for: measuring, marking, cutting, sewing and pressing
- Various land marks on the body
- Precaution while taking body measurements
6.00
Unit II:
Fabric Preparation
- Grain lines and its importance
- Preparation of fabric for cutting
- Layout and cutting: fabrics folds for layout, layouts for fabrics requiring special handling
- Marking
- Precaution while cutting
6.00
Unit III:
Use and Selection of Fabric
- Fabric characteristics: Construction and Texture
- Trims: Lace, Ribbons, Braids, Fringes, Embroidered, cords and Piping
6.00
Unit IV:
Introduction to Sewing Machine
- Sewing machine parts and functions
- Defects and remedies
- Care and maintenance
- Selection of suitable needles and threads as per the fabrics
6.00
Unit V:
Criteria for Readymade Garment selection
- Garment specification (Size, Fabric and Fit)
- Workmanship of readymade garments
- Care Labels
Essential Readings:
- Relis Nurie, strauss Gail, sewing for fashion design, second edition, prentice hall, USA, 1997
- Kallal, Mary Jo, Clothing Construction, Mc Millan Publishing Company, New York 1985
References:
- Bubonia E. Janace, Apparel production terms and processes, Fairchild Publication, New York, 2012
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