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DRESS MAKING - CITS

EXERCISE 49 : Design and Develop Patterns from Block

for designer Skirts using Design

Objectives

At the end of this exercise you shall be able to:
• take the measurement, draft the skirt block
• waist to hip measurement.

Requirements

Tools/Materials
• measuring tape, pencil, eraser, seissors, L-scale ruler

Job Sequence

The fascinating world of designer skirts. Creating custom skirt patterns allows you to express your unique style
and tailor garments to fit you flawlessly. Here are the steps to draft a basic skirt block and transform it into a
stylish skirt pattern:
1 Gather your tools

- You’ll need:
▪ Pattern paper
▪ Metre ruler
▪ Pattern master / fashion ruler
▪ Pencil

▪ Eraser
▪ Paper scissors
▪ Glue stick / masking tape
▪ Spare paper

▪ Tape measure
▪ Calculator
▪ Calico / toile fabric
▪ Sewing machine
2 Take measurements
- You’ll need the following measurements:

▪ Hip measurement
▪ Waist measurement
▪ Waist-to-hip measurement
▪ Desired finished length

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