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Fig 4

• Cut all slash lines and spread equal to the B–F measurement.
• Follow Figure 3 instructions to complete each drapery pleat.
Fig 5 (Cascade)
• Slash a line from hem to dart point. Close the dart and trace. Blend a curved hemline.
• Decide length of the cascade and notch. The distance between the notch and E is for gathers.

Fig 4 Fig 5

SKIRT VARIATION-4: TIERS

Tiered designs are those featuring rows or layers of fabric attached to each other (as in Designs 1) or separated
and attached to a frame underneath (Designs 2, 5, and 6). Tiers may be of graduated or even lengths. The width
of each tier may vary.
When planning a tiered design, the first tier, which is attached to the waistline (or yoke), may be from 1 to 1 1/2
times the fabric width. Each subsequent tier may increase in width from 1 1/2 to 2 times the width of the previous
tier, depending on the amount of fullness desired.
Terms

• Fabric width: The distance from selvage to
selvage.
• One-half of fabric’s width: The distance from
selvage to center of fabric’s width.
• Three-fourths of fabric’s width: The distance
from selvage to a point three-quarters of the
way across the fabric’s width.
Pattern Plot and Manipulation for Design 1
Figure 1 Tiers
Plot skirt as illustrated.

• Length: 29 inches
• Tier A: 6 1/4 inches
• Tier B: 6 3/4 inches
• Tier C: 7 1/4 inches

• Tier D: 8 3/4 inches

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