PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS AND MARKINGS

HOME ECONOMICS J. S. S TWO SECOND TERM

WEEK FOUR

THEME: CLOTHING AND TEXTILE /FOODS AND NUTRITION

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS AND MARKINGS

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE

Students should be able to ;

1. State the different pattern instructions and markings
2. Interprete the marking and instructions

CONTENT

Pattern Markings in Garment Manufacturing

Marking refers to the process of placing pattern pieces to maximize the number of patterns that can be cut out of a given piece of fabric in order to make garments. Pattern making is a highly skilled technique which calls for technical ability, sensitivity for design interpretation and a practical understanding of the process technology used by the factory.

Pattern Markings

Pattern Marking Once the pattern is graded, the fabric must be prepared…