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2 CBLM Dressmaking
2 CBLM Dressmaking
GARMENT SECTOR
Qualification:
DRESSMAKING NC II
Unit Of Competency:
PREPARE AND CUT MATERIAL FOR LADIES` CASUAL APPAREL
Module Title:
PREPARING AND CUTTING MATERIAL FOR LADIES` CASUAL APPAREL
You may already have some of the most of the knowledge and skills covered
in this learner’s guide because you have:
If you can demonstrate to your trainer that you are already competent in a
particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them formally recognized so
you don’t have to do the same training again. If you have a qualification or
Certificate of Competency from previous training, show it to your trainer. If the
skill you acquired is still current and relevant to the unit/s of competency they
may become part of the evidence you may present to RPL. If you are not sure
about the currency of your skills, discuss with your trainer.
This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency, in
Preparing and Cutting Material for Ladies’ Casual Apparel. This will be the source
of information for you to acquire knowledge and skill into this particular trade
independently and at your own pace, with minimum supervision or help from your
instructor.
Talk to your trainer and agree on how you will both organize the
Training of this unit. Read through the module carefully. It is divided
into sections, which cover all the skills and knowledge you need to
successfully complete this module.
Work through all the information and complete the activities in each
section. Read information sheets and job sheets and complete the self
check and perform the procedural checklist. Suggested references are
included to supplement the materials in this module.
Most probably your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager.
He/she is there to support you and show you the correct way to do
things.
Your trainer will tell you about the important things you need to
consider when you are completing activities and it is important that
you listen and take notes.
You will be given plenty of opportunity to ask questions and practice
on the job. Make sure you practice your new skills during regular
work shifts. This way you will improve both your speed and memory
and also your confidence.
Talk to more experience workmates and ask for their guidance.
Use the self-check questions at the end of each section to test your
own progress.
When you are ready, ask your trainer to watch you perform the
activities outline in this module.
As you work through the activities, ask for written feedback on your
progress. Your trainer keeps feedback/pre assessment reports for this
reason. When you have successfully completed each element, ask
your trainer to mark on the reports that you are ready for assessment.
INSTRUCTION SHEETS:
Job Sheet - This is designed to guide you how to do the job that will
contribute to the attainment of the learning outcome.
Worksheet _ is the different forms that you need to fill up certain activities
that you performed.
MODULE DESCRIPTOR :
This module deals with the knowledge and skills required in preparing and
cutting material for ladies’ casual apparel. It details the requirements for preparing
materials,lay-outing ang marking pattern and cutting of material (fabric) for ladies’
casual apparel.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
COMPETENCY SUMMARY
Introduction:
This module deals with the knowledge and skills required in preparing
and cutting material for ladies’ casual apparel. It details the requirements for
preparing materials,lay-outing ang marking pattern and cutting of material (fabric)
for ladies’ casual apparel.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare material (fabric).
2. Lay-out and mark pattern on material.
3. Cut material
Assessment Criteria:
Fabric is collected and checked in accordance with job specification.
Fabric width and quality are checked according to instructions
and if needed appropriate action is taken in accordance with
work requirement.
Fabric is checked for quality, faults, width, selvedges, dye lot and
marking requirement according to workplace procedures.
Fabric is soaked, drip dried and pressed in accordance to with standard
fabric care.
Accessories and accents are selected in accordance with specified
garment design/ style.
Cutting table is prepared in accordance with company procedures.
Patterns are prepared and checked in accordance with company’s
specifications.
Patterns are laid out and pinned on the fabric in accordance with fabric
grain line.
Fabric is laid-up and alignment of pattern is checked as per procedure.
DRESSMAKING Date Developed: Document No.
NC II
TESDA April 2011
Issued by:
Prepare and Cut
QA
Materials for Developed by: Revision Page 8 of 53
SYSTEM Casual Apparel No.00
Pattern pieces are positioned manually in accordance with company’s
procedures.
Seam allowance is marked on the fabric in accordance with job
requirement.
Darts and pocket locations are traced/ traced on the fabric in accordance
with specified garment style or design.
Markings are placed in accordance with company’s procedures.
Fabric is cut to meet design requirements and measurements of the
pattern.
Garment parts are checked for completeness in accordance with specified
garment design or styles.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
CONDITION:
Students/Trainee must be provided with the following:
1. WORKPLACE LOCATION
2. EQUIPMENT
Drawing table
4. TOOLS/MATERIALS
Pen and paper
Ruler
Triangle
ASSESSMENT METHOD
Demonstration
Learning Objectives: After reading this information sheet the trainees should be
able to :
1. Identify tasks to be done with the fabric before cutting.
B.
This process is to draw the thread or grain of the material of the uneven
crosswise or lengthwise edges to make it straight.
It is the process of pulling the cloth diagonally from one corner to the
opposite corner thus making the lengthwise to be right angle.
4. Smooth the material on the table and check if the fabric ends lie even.
2. What kind of fabric is immersed in water, drip dry and pres before?
A. nylon C. silk
B. cotton D. wool
4. The general rule when pressing fabric is to press on the_______ side in line
with the treads.
A. right C. wrong
B. left D. any
5. There is no need to pre-shrink fabric which shrink not more than 1 % and
example of these are
A. polyester C. cotton
B. nylon D. none of these
2. B
3. A
4. C
5. A
Learning Objectives: After reading this Information Sheet, the trainee should be
able to:
1. identify the right and wrong side of the fabric.
Multiple Choice
2. What is the characteristic of the selvage at the right side of the fabric?
A. shiny C. glossy
B. smooth D. coarse
1. A
Fabric Folds
1. Lengthwise centerfold
The fabric is folded lengthwise at the center with the selvage together.
2. Crosswise centerfold
HINTS IN FOLDING
1. Where selvages meet, they should match exactly. Shifting of slippery or soft
fabric can be prevented by pinning selvages together every few inches.
2. If the material was folded at the time of the purchase, make sure the fold line
is accurate and press it again if necessary.
3. When no fold is indicated, lay fabric right side up.
Multiple Choice:
Direction: Select the best answer and write the letter your choice on your answer
sheet:
1. A
2. A
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Woolen fabric:
Spray evenly on the back side. Leave the fabric it is has completely
the water and is thoroughly wet. Put it on iron board half at width. Press
along the grain line on one side then on the other side. Wet and press the
fold lines.
Silk:
Do not wet silk fabrics. When pressing, put a dry cloth over them
and press on the wrong side. Make necessary cuts when the selvedges are
stretching and press. Select proper temperature.
Multiple choice:
Direction: Select the best answer and write the letter of your choice on your
answer sheet.
2. This kind of fabric need not to be wet and when pressing, put dry cloth over it.
A. silk C. cotton
B. wool D. linen
3. What should be done to the fabric before they are to be pre shrink?
A. soak first C. fold
B. press D. wash
1. A
2. A
3. C
4. C
5. A
Learning Objective: After reading this Information Sheet, the Trainee is expected
to:
1. state how fabrics are made.
Selecting the fabric for dress is a very important decision because the
overall effect of a dress depends on its material. There may be mistakes n sewing
but the choice of fabric should of them. Below are some guidelines when buying a
fabric:
An understanding of the process on how fabric is made and how they are
sold can surely help in buying and handling them.
1. The type of fiber the construction, the weight, the width, the design and
the finish of the fabric are important consideration.
2. Fabrics are made by weaving, knitting, and pressing or bonding. Woven
fabric are made by interlacing two sets of yarns, while knitted fabrics are made by
interloping one or sets of yarns to form succession of connected loops thus
causing the stretchy quality of knits. Pressed and bonded are nonwoven fabrics
like felt and pelon.
Bonded fabrics are easy to sew and easy wear. They are self-lined with
a backing that is fused to the outer fabric. This backing gives added body and
shape to the fabric.
Multiple choice:
Direction: Select the best answer and write the letter of your choice on your
answer sheet:
3. Woven fabric are made by interlacing two sets of yarns while knitted fabrics are
made by
A. knotting set of yarns C. crocheting the yarns
B. interloping yarns B. pressing the yarns
4. Bonded fabrics are easy to sew and easy to wear. They are self line with a
backing that is fused to the outer fabric which gives what effect to the fabric?
A. gives added body and shape to the fabric
B. gives color to the fabric
C. smoothens the fabric
D. softens the fabric
1. A
2. B
3. B
4. A
5. A
Learning Objectives: After reading this information sheet the trainees should be
able to:
1. Enumerate pointers in laying out pattern pieces on the fabric.
Pattern Layout
It is the placement and arrangement of pattern pieces on the materials for
making and cutting.
True or False
Direction: Write true if the statement is correct, write false if the statement is
wrong.
1.Fold the materials on the wrong side with selvage folded together.
2. Do not mark the stitching lines before cutting
3. Patterns must be checked well before laying them on the cloth
4. Choose the smallest cutting table to prevent the fabric from hanging over the
edge of the table.
5. Pin the patterns in one way on one edge.
Learning Objectives: After reading this Information Sheet, the trainee should be
able to:
1. State some hints in cutting the fabric.
Check the pins to be sure that they are not on the cutting line.
Use sharp shears the size of which is suitable to the weight of fabric.
Do not shift the fabric on the table often. Move around the table rather to
shift the fabric.
Cut the long, smooth strokes, moving the shears before they are quite
closed. Hold the fabric the fabric flat with the left hand while cutting.
Cut close as possible to the edges of the pattern pieces so that the fabric will
be the exact size of the pattern.
Cut all notches pointing out. In this way, the seams will be stronger and can
be let out, if necessary.
Multiple Choice:
Direction: Select the best answer and write the letter of your choice on your
answer sheet.
1. In cutting the fabric, check pins to be sure they are not on the
A. cutting line C. folding line
B. sewing line D. marking
1. A
2. B
3. A
4. B
5. A
Performance Objective:
Supplies :
Equipment :
Steps/Procedure:
Assessment Method:
Criteria YES NO
Comments/Suggestions:
11. The seam allowance for the inseam of princess cut dress
a. 1.5 cm
b. 2.0 cm
c. 2.5 cm
d. 2.7 cm
13. Body measurement taken from the shoulder down to the tip of
the bust is:
a. Bust line
b. Bust point height
c. Bust point width
d. Waistline
16. The exact measure of the long arm of the L-square is:
a. 16”
b. 18”
c. 24”
d. 36”
a. As is
b. 2
c. 4
d. 8
25. A type of collar which is also called men ton collar is:
a. Shawl collar
b. Sailor’s collar
c. Sports collar
d. Mandarin collar
1) B
2) C
3) D
4) A
5) D
6) B
7) B
8) B
9) D
10) D
11) A
12) C
13) B
14) C
15) B
16) C
DRESSMAKING Date Developed: Document No. 51
NC II
TESDA April 2011
Issued
Prepare and Cut
QA by:
Material for
SYSTEM Casual Apparel Developed by: Revision Page 51
Venus V. Gamponia No.00 of 53
Erlinda O. Frogoso
17) B
18) A
19) C
20) A-D
21) B
22) A