Meaning and Importance of Garment Making, Tools and Equipment for JSS 1
Garment making transforms fabric into clothing through measuring, cutting and sewing. Needles, scissors, tape measures and machines serve…
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Fashion Design and Garment Making
Approved trade subject developing garment construction, design thinking, measurement, sewing skills and enterprise awareness.
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JSS 1 · Fashion Design and Garment Making
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AThemeSewing tools and equipment
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Sewing tools and equipment
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Types, Parts and Uses of Sewing Machines for JSS 1
Sewing machines join fabrics with stitches. Hand-operated, treadle and electric machines differ in power source, speed and the…
Parts of a Sewing Machine and Their Functions for JSS 1
The needle carries thread through fabric, feed dogs move the cloth and the presser foot holds it in…
Safe Handling, Maintenance and Storage of Sewing Tools and Equipment for JSS 1
Store sharp sewing tools securely and switch off machines before cleaning or changing needles. Regular dust removal and…
BThemeSewing techniques and their uses
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Sewing techniques and their uses
Basic Sewing Techniques and Their Uses for JSS 1
Running stitches are useful for temporary seams, while backstitches provide stronger joins. Neat seam allowances help garment pieces…
CThemeFibres and fabric identification
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Fibres and fabric identification
Types, Properties and Uses of Fibres and Fabrics for JSS 1
Cotton and wool are natural fibres, while polyester is manufactured. Fabric texture, strength and absorbency influence the garments…
DThemeSketching, body measurement and freehand cutting
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Sketching, body measurement and freehand cutting
Simple Garment Sketching and Fashion Drawing for JSS 1
Fashion sketches show the shape and details of a proposed garment before cutting begins. Clear outlines and labelled…
Taking Accurate Body Measurements for Garment Making for JSS 1
Accurate chest, waist, hip and body-length measurements guide garment fit. Keep the tape level and snug without pulling…
EThemeCutting and sewing with drafted patterns
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Cutting and sewing with drafted patterns
Meaning, Tools and Principles of Pattern Drafting for JSS 1
Pattern drafting turns body measurements into flat shapes for garment pieces. Rulers, curves and tracing paper help mark…
Methods of Obtaining Garment Patterns for JSS 1
Garment patterns can be drafted from measurements, traced from existing patterns or adapted from a suitable design. Each…
Drafting Basic Garment Patterns for JSS 1
A basic garment pattern marks key measurements, darts, seams and grain direction. Its pieces must be checked before…
Cutting, Assembling and Sewing a Simple Garment for JSS 1
Cut fabric along the pattern while allowing for seams, then join pieces in the correct order. Fitting checks…