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DRESS MAKING - CITS

MODULE 1 : Revision of the CTS contents

Lesson 1- 5 : Concept of Pattern Making

Objectives

At the end of this lesson you shall be able to
• remember the important topics that you have covered in CTS trade.

Concept of Pattern Making

Pattern is a model or set of instructions for making garments.

To make a garment several parts are cut and stitched together. If each of the parts are cut on paper first, then
transferred to the fabric and according to that fabric is cut. The paper cutting parts are called patterns.
Pattern is achieved by two methods

i Drafting
A system of drawing patterns on paper on the basis of body measurements is called drafting. This method is used
to create the basic shapes that will be used to create the garment. It’s more mathematical and technical than other
pattern making processes.

Tools use for Drafting

Drafting White Paper – A3 Size or A2 Size
Pencil
Eraser
Ruler/Scale

French curve
Cello tape to stick the paper
Based on the measurements and with drafting formula or procedure, drafting will be made for Bodice front,
Bodice back, Sleeve, Skirt front, Skirt back, Trouser front, Trouser back etc. Given below figure for the reference
of drafting.

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