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Fundamentals of Garment Making (Theory)
This course will enable the students to impart skills in basic garment making techniques and provide the knowledge of different machines and seams used for sewing
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24FSD231 |
Fundamentals of Garment Making (Theory) |
CO1 Identify the tools and equipment of garments construction and process of body measurements. CO2 Examine the fabric preparation for cutting CO3 Develop understanding of fabrics & Prints CO4 Explain parts and functions of sewing machine CO5 Examine workmanship of readymade garments CO6 Contribute effectively in course specific interest |
Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Demonstration, Audio Visual Presentations, Tutorials, Discussion
Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Topic presentation, Giving tasks &Group discussion |
Class test on the topic, semester end examinations, quiz, students presentation, assignments and group discussion |
- Tools and equipment’s used for: measuring, marking, cutting, sewing and pressing
- Various landmarks on the body
- Precaution while taking body measurements
- 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
- Varieties of fabric
- Cotton: Poplin, Muslin, Cambric, Voile, LawnWoollen: Flannel, Tweed, Single Jersey, Double Jersey
- Silk: Satin, Taffeta, Organza, Crepe, Chiffon, Dupion, Georgette
- Synthetic: Rayon, Polyester, Nylon, Viscose, Fur
- Fabric characteristics: Construction and Texture
- Trims: Lace, Ribbons, Braids, Fringes, Embroidered, cords and Piping
- Sewing machine parts and functions
- Defects and remedies
- Care and maintenance
- Selection of suitable needles and threads as per the fabrics
- Garment specification (Size, Fabric and Fit)
- Workmanship of readymade garments
- Care Labels
- Zieman N., (2009) Pattern fitting with Confidence, Krause Publication, Ohio
- Armstrong, Joseph H., (2009). Pattern making for fashion design, (5thed.) New York, Prentice Hall.
- Crawford A. C. (2015) Fashion Sewing Advanced Techniques, Bloomsbury.
Suggested Readings:
- Bubonia E. J., (2012), Apparel production terms and processes, New York, Fairchild Publication.
- Padamavati B, (2009) Techniques of Drafting and Pattern Making, New Delhi: Atlantic Publisher and Distributer (P) Ltd.
