Fundamentals of Clothing Construction

FUNDAMENTALS OF CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION 3(1+2)

Lesson 12 : Types of layout

Precautions to be taken while cutting

1. Use sharp shears with long blades and use long smooth strokes while cutting instead of smaller ones.
2. Cut accurately on the pattern cutting line.
3. Hold the pattern flat with one hand as you cut with the other. Do not lift fabric off the table or cutting surface while cutting.
4. Cut out notches. These help in aligning the pattern pieces during assembling.

If careful attention is given to pattern layout, cutting, and marking, then it will ensure:

1. A garment that is on grain
2. The same color or shading for all garment pieces
3. A balanced design.