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CLASSROOM RULES
L – lower your voice

I – increase your
attention
S – search your goal
T – tease your mind
E – engage in class
N – never leave your
notes blank
S E W
C U T T E R
S T I T C
OBJECTIVES:
1.Discuss the different types of Inventory of Sewing Tools and
Equipment
2.Classify the different types of sewing tools and equipment
3.Value the importance of knowing the safety rules in the
operation of sewing machine and product labelling and costing
CLOTHING AND TEXTILE
INVENTORY OF SEWING TOOLS
AND EQUIPMENT
The first step you will do when embarking of

sewing project is to make an inventory of sewing
tools and equipment you are going to use. Sewing
tools and equipment, and other accessories and
supplies are basic components of garments
construction.
MEASURING TOOLS
Measuring Tape - it is used to take body measurements.
Ruler – it is used to measure small details.
Tailor’s Square – It is used to measure perpendicular lines.

Gauge – It is a 5-10cm device used to measure and mark short distances.
Shirt Marker – It is used to measure and mark hemline.
French Curve – It is used to draw curved lines such as armholes and necklines.
CUTTING TOOLS
Dressmaker’s shears – it is used to cut the fabric.
Scissors – It is used to cut pattern papers and threads.
Seam Ripper – It is used to remove stitches from the seam.

Thread Ripper - It is used to cut hanging threads.
MARKING TOOLS
Tailor’s Chalk – it is used to mark directly.
Tracing Wheel – it is used to transfer marks accurately

on both sides of the cloth. The marks are washable.
Pencil – It is used to transfer perforated marks.
Dressmaker’s tracing paper – it is used to transfer markings

from the pattern to the fabric using a tracing wheel.
SEWING ACCESSORIES
Thimble – it is a small cap used to protect the fingers.
Pin Cushion – It is used to keep needles and pins.
Pins – It is used to join the patterns on a fabric.
Emery Bag – It is used to keep and sharpens needles and pins.

Needle threader – it is a handy device used in passing the thread
through the eye of the needle.
PRESSING EQUIPMENT
Ironing Board – it is a padded flat surface for ironing and pressing.
The padding resists the heat of the iron.
Flat Iron – it is used to press cloth against the ironing board.

Sleeve Board – It is used to press the seams of the sleeves.
SEWING SUPPLIES
Threads – these are filaments twisted together into a continuous strand.
These are an important material in making garments.
Needles – These are available in different types and sizes appropriate

for the selected fabric and thread.
Fasteners – These are used to close the openings of garments
Assorted buttons – these are the most popular fasteners, these are also used
as decorations.
Pattern papers – these are used for pattern drafting.

Zippers- These are fasteners made of metal or nylon.
Fabrics – These are the material made into garments called cloth.
SAFETY RULES IN THE OPERATION OF SEWING
MACHINES
A domestic sewing machine and an industrial sewing machine work on the same
principle. If you can operate a domestic sewing machine. You can also operate an industrial
sewing machine despite the divide in speed and power. When sewing with or maintaining either a
domestic sewing machine or an industrial one, you need to be careful to avoid injury. Always
follow these rules on safety:
1. Study and follow the sewing machine manual.
2. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for your eyes and ears like safety googles and
earplugs.
3. Do not operate the machine without filling up the parts with lubricating oil.
4. Watch where you are sewing.
5. Turn the machine off at the switch or unplug it when it is not in use.
6. Do not leave the power on when the machine is not use.
TAKING THE BODY ESSENTIAL BODY
MEASUREMENT
Taking the essential body measurements accurately in drafting a pair of long pants with
front and back pockets is necessary to a achieve a garment that fits well.
1. Get another person to take your measurements.
2. Wear comfortable clothes.
3. Use tape measure and pull it snug but not too tight.
4. Maintain good posture while another person is taking your measurement.
BODY MEASUREMENTS USED FOR A PAIR OF
LONG PANTS WITH FRONT AND BACK
POCKETS
The following are body measurements for a pair of long pants with front and back hip
pockets.
1. Waist – this is taken around the smallest part of the body just above the hip bone.
2. Hips – this is taken by measuring around passing over the fullest part of the buttocks.
3. Thigh – this is taken by measuring the circumstances of the thigh.
4. Knee – this is taken by measuring the circumstances of the knee.
5. Buttom circumstances or leg hole – this is taken by measuring from the front to the back
crease of the lowest part of the pants.
6. Crotch, Rise, or Seat Measurements – this is taken by putting a tailor’s square between the
legs up to the end of the buttocks. Another way to take this is to have the person sit on a chair
with his or her feet flat on the floor. Put the tape measure on the waistline down to the chair
7. Length of the Pants- this is taken by placing the tape measure from the hip bone down to the
desired length of the shorts.
READY TO WEAR GARMENTS PRODUCT

LABELLING AND COSTING
Since the introduction of mass-produced clothing, product labelling, and costing played an
important role in the garments industry.
Product Labelling
The Tags and Labels summarize the information about the clothing. They usually bear
these: size designation, code or number based on bust, waistline and hips measurements, price,
barcode, brand or company name and logo and other wordings and pictograms.
Product Costing
Costing a garment product means calculating the total investment for its production and
how much profit will it generate. Garment manufacturers usually do costing before starting any
production.
RUBRICS:
Accuracy/Correctness : 40 points
Collaboration: 30 points
Time 5 mins: 20 points
Presentation: 10 points
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CLASSROOM RULES

L – lower your voice

The first step you will do when embarking of

Measuring Tape - it is used to take body measurements.

Ruler – it is used to measure small details.

Tailor’s Square – It is used to measure perpendicular lines.

Shirt Marker – It is used to measure and mark hemline.

Dressmaker’s shears – it is used to cut the fabric.

Scissors – It is used to cut pattern papers and threads.

Seam Ripper – It is used to remove stitches from the seam.

Tailor’s Chalk – it is used to mark directly.

Tracing Wheel – it is used to transfer marks accurately

Dressmaker’s tracing paper – it is used to transfer markings

Pins – It is used to join the patterns on a fabric.

Emery Bag – It is used to keep and sharpens needles and pins.

Flat Iron – it is used to press cloth against the ironing board.

Needles – These are available in different types and sizes appropriate

Pattern papers – these are used for pattern drafting.

READY TO WEAR GARMENTS PRODUCT

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