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DRESS MAKING - CITS

Pattern Plot and Manipulation
Figs 1 & 2
• Trace front and back basic A-line skirt.
• Add seam allowance to center front and back of a 4-gore skirt.
• Cut patterns from the paper and draw straight, bias, and center grainlines (options for future designs).

• Complete pattern for test fit.

Fig 1 Fig 2

SKIRT VARIATION-2 : PEGGED SKIRT WITH PLEATS

Design Analysis
The side seams are tapered to create a basic peg skirt. Pleats along the waistline
radiate toward side seam. The stylized waistband points at center front. The basic
back skirt is tapered with a slit at back seam.
Pattern Plot and Manipulation
Fig 1
• Trace front skirt.

• Draw a line from 1 inch below center front to dart leg at waist.
• Mark 1 inch in at side hem and draw line to hip for pegged effect.
• Draw slash lines for pleats as shown.
• Cut pattern from paper. Trim broken line areas. Save wedge for waistband.

Fig 2
• Cut slash lines from waist to, not through, side seam and hem.
• Close waist darts (broken line).
• Spread each section 2 inches or more. Secure.

• Trace around pattern, marking pleat opening.

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CITS : Apparel - Dress Making - Lesson 42 - 45 (5)