APPAREL MANUFACTURING - I 3(1+2)

Lesson 8 : Sleeves

Sleeve Cuffs

Sleeve cuffs are developed in number of ways like it can be of varying width, styles and shapes. The grain line can be altered to accommodate lengthwise, bias or crosswise grain as appropriate for design.

Different types of sleeve cuffs are:

1. Straight band without opening: these cuffs are without made without placket opening.

2. Straight band with opening: basic shirt cuff is included in this category. Most commonly used in all gents shirts.

3. Contoured cuffs: this cuff follows the shape of the arm. It can be of different width as desired ranging from wrist to elbow.

4. Roll up cuffs: this cuff is generally used in T-shirts.