Final Exam Flashcards
Give two guidelines for organizing a project before actually beginning to sew
Double check the steps to take
Check size
Look at final product
Make sure you have enough fabric and material
Why should you press a garment after each construction step?
Because pressing some areas after stitching can be difficult
What are the three parts of a pattern?
Pattern envelope, guide sheet, and pattern pieces
What are four things you can learn by reading the front of a pattern envelope?
The size
The price of garment
Amount of fabrics and notions needed
Sewing difficulty level
Wether garment is slim or full fit
How does a cutting layout help you organize pattern pieces ?
By us using a diagram which makes it easier to recognize and find pattern pieces you need
It shows how to arrange pattern pieces on fabric
How are pattern pieces marked to make sewing easier ?
By being marked by a number or specific name to tell the designer where to place the piece
When preparing a pattern how can you help ensure that you only use the pattern pieces you need?
By cutting only the pieces you need and don’t have extras laying around , put the rest in an envelope
How do you use grain line to place pattern pieces on grain?
By putting the grain line the same way as the line shows MORE DETAIL TO THIS ANSWER?
How can you tell where o sew garment pieces together if a pattern pice didn’t marked with a seam line ?
The notches will line up and 5/8 SA?
What is the difference between “place on fold” and “fold line” marked on a pattern piece?
The difference is place on fold is when you place fabric on the fold
Fold line is when you fold that garment piece
How can you be sure to use the size you want when using a multi sized pattern?
By checking the fitting as you go so if it isn’t right you can adjust the garment
What can be found on the guide sheet
Cutting layouts
Step by step directions
General sewing directions
Fabric key
What’s a few things found on pattern envelope
Photo of finished product
Amount of fabric needed
Average time required to compete project
Back view of garments
Designation as “easy to sew”
Required notions
What can be found on pattern pieces ?
Notches
Cutting lines for multi sized patterns
Dots
Adjustment lines
Placement lines
Define harmony
When design elements compliment each other
Define emphasis
This principle is the focal point of a design, the part that draws attention. Emphasis can be used to make an outfit more interesting or unique.
3 guidelines that should be followed when considering the use of emphasis in a clothing ensemble
- The emphasis should be well planned. If done correctly, the emphasis should quickly lead the eye to the pin t of interest
- Use emphasis to highlight your best features and draw attention away from figure problems. For example, a Colorful belt adds emphasis to the waistline
- Add a bright color or something shiny to an outfit to make it more appealing or interesting
Define rhythm
This is the principle of design that is visual, carrying the eye through a regular pattern produced by design elements
What are 3 different forms of Rythm
Repetition ( pattern repeats
radiation ( when lines or patterns flow from a central location)
Gradation ( pattern changes gradually)
Define balance
A design has balance when the spaces on both sides of a central line, real or imagined, appear equal. Balance can be achieved by symmetrical or asymmetrical balance
Define symmetrical balance
This is when the spaces on each side of a garment look just the same, balance is symmetrical. This type of balance usually gives a formal or tailored look to a garment
Define asymmetrical balance
This is when clothes don’t look the same on each side of the real or imagined central line. For example, a pin on the left corner of a shirt with a button on the right. The button and the pin helps balance the space on the garment. Assume tribal balance has an informal look
Define proportion and what else it can be called
This principle of design describes how separate parts of a garment relate to each other and to the whole in size. Proportion can also be called scale
Two guidelines that should be followed when considering proportions used in clothing
- Use the 3-to-5 ratio. This ratio provides a flattering look that equates to body structure. This ration is commonly used because about 3/8 of a persons total heigh is above the waist and 5/8 is below. You could also invert the ratio, placing the larger portion on the top.
- Proportion the clothing to your own personal size. For example, if you are a short or small framed person you should typically avoid large, overpowering details. While, if you are a tall or large framed person it is advised you typically avoid small details
Define texture
Describes the surface characteristics that determine the look and feel of an object
What does it mean if a fabric is described as soft and clingy
The fabric hugs the body and emphasizes figure irregularities
What does it mean to describe a fabric as moderately crisp
It stands away from the body just enough to conceal body shapes
What does it mean when a fabric is described as extra crisp
It may create a firm outer shell making the body seem larger
What does it mean when a fabric is described as smooth fabric with dull finish
Does not seem to create illusions about the size and shape
What does it mean when a fabric is described as nubby and bulky
That it will add dimension making a person appear larger
What does it mean when a fabric is described as dull
It absorbs light and tend to make a figure look smaller
What does it mean when a fabric is described as shiny
Reflects light and gives the impression of added size
Define shape
The outline that forms when one or more lines come together to enclose an area
What does it mean when shape is described as natural
Natural shape follows your body outline
What does it mean when a shape is described as tubular
And illusion given
Rectangular with vertical emphasis
Add height and thinness
What does it mean when a shape is described as a bell and what illusion does it give
Both diagonal and horizontal lines which combine in the silhouette of a bell shape
Can cut height and add contour
What does it mean when a shape is described as full
And illusions it gives
The shape has more horizontal and curved lines than other shapes do
Tend to make body look large r
Define lines
A series of points connected to form a narrow path
What is a vertical line
Top to bottom
What is horizontal line
Side to side
What are horizontal lines used for illusions
Give an area a shorter or wider look
What illusion does diagonal lines give
Slanted, add movement and excitement to the clothing
What illusions do zigzags create
Create the most excitement
Define space
The area inside a shape
What illusion does more lines give
Draw attention
What are some of the specialty marking items used for sewing projects?
Tailors chalk Dressmakers tracing paper Thread and hand needle Marking pen or pencil Tracing wheel
What items could be included on pattern pieces
Notches Dots Cutting lines for multi sized patterns Adjustment lines placement lines
What part of the sewing machine allows you to Insert and remove needles
Needle clamp screw
What part of the sewing machine allows you to control the up and down motion of the needle
Handwheel
What part of the machine regulates the tension on the needle thread
Thread tension dial
What’s an acronym to remember the 5 principles of design
Principle loves her peanut butter
H-harmony
E-emphasis
R-rythm
P-proportion
B-balance
