A-LINE SKIRT Fashion Design Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2014. All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission

A-LINE SKIRT Fashion Design

Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2014. All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

• Examine the A-line skirt provided by your teacher.

• Discuss some of the characteristics that you notice.

A-Line Skirt

Characteristics


A-Line Skirt

Characteristics

The Silhouette• An A-line skirt is wider at the hem than at the waist.

• The fullness of the skirt can range from very slight to very full.

• The length of the skirt can also vary.


Parts of the A-Line Skirt• Front and back skirt panels• Front and back facings• Front and back fusing• Includes darts for shaping• Generally includes

a 7 to 9 inch side zipper

A-Line Skirt

Characteristics


Journal Entry

How could not fully reading

directions effect the outcome of your garment?

Class Discussion Topics• Why should you read your pattern directions before starting your garment?

• How could not reading directions cost you money?

• Could not reading the directions cause you to miss your deadline?


Learning How to Read a Pattern

Pattern Play• Break into groups of ______.• Use the pattern on your desk to find ___________________.

• Using a sheet of paper, you have 30 seconds to list all of the information that you can learn from your pattern envelope.

• What type of information is found on a pattern envelope?


Pattern Definitions

• Pattern Envelope• holds the pattern pieces, directions, and guide sheet to the pattern

• has an image of possible garments, along with pattern number, brand name, difficulty level, and a size chart that tells how much fabric is needed, along with suggested fabrics and notions


Pattern Definitions

(cont.)

• Guide Sheet• includes step-by-step directions for cutting, marking, and sewing

• Cutting Layout• diagram that shows how to arrange pattern pieces on the fabric

• Fabric Key• displays the right and wrong side of fabric, as well as interfacing and lining, using shading and texture


Preparing Your

Pattern

• Take pieces out of your envelope.• Using the cutting layout on the guide sheet, highlight which pattern pieces you will need.

• Highlight the pieces in your size and begin loosely cutting them out.

• Press each piece before cutting on the desired size so that there are no creases.


PreparingYour

Fabric

• Press your fabric to avoid creases.• Pick a cutting layout in reference to your fabric width, and pin the pattern pieces to match your layout.

(Be sure that your grainline is even with your selvage line.)


PreparingYour

Fabric(cont.)

• Check that you have all your pieces pinned, and any that say “on the fold” are ON the FOLD. (If not sure, ask your instructor to check.)

• CAREFULLY cut out each piece. If you are a first-time sewer, cut your notches out instead of in so if you accidently cut too much, it will not interfere with your stitch line.


Preparing to Sew

• Using your pattern envelope, double-check to make sure you have all the required notions.

• Thread your machine.• Reread your directions.• Begin with Step 1. Remember, it is better to sew slowly, steadily, and be correct than to go fast and end up starting all over.

• When in doubt, double-check your directions or ask your instructor.


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A-LINE SKIRT Fashion Design Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2014. All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission