Apparel Construction (Practical)

Paper Code: 
HCT 324
Credits: 
6
Objective: 
  1. To impart an in-depth knowledge of garment construction techniques.
  2. To enable the students to obtain harmony of fabric and design of the garment.

Contents
Practical              
1.    Grading Techniques: Importance, introduction to different methods: Track & Stag 10Hrs  method. Procedure for grading adult bodice, sleeve, trouser, skirt to various sizes.         

2.     Paper pattern-  Parts of a paper pattern                            8Hrs
                                Decoding a pattern, symbols used, layout on different width of fabrics

3.      Stitching the muslin mock-ups for                                     30 Hrs

  • Necklines (Scooped & Raised)
  • Collars (Flat, Raised, Stand & Grown on)
  • Sleeves (Set in & Sleeve bodice combination)
  • Pockets (In seam, Slashed, Patch)
  • Plackets
  • Yoke (Bodice & Skirt)
  • Skirts (Layered, Gored, Panel)

                                                                                    

2.    Handling of different fabrics- stripes, checks, plaids, slippery fabric, Shear and uni-directional fabrics. Constructing the following garments on above fabric using appropriate seams, seam finishing, plackets, pockets, fasteners, trimming & decoration                                                                                          42 Hrs
     
                      i. Children  -    Bu-Shirt/Shorts
                                              Different styles of frock
                     ii. Adult      -    One piece dress
                                              Skirt & Top
                                              Ladies Kurta & Salwar Kameez
 

Unit II: 
Essential Readings: 
  1. Jindal, Ritu., Handbook for Fashion Designing, Mittal Publications, New Delhi
  2. Thomas, Anna, Jacob., The Art of Sewing, UBSPD, Publishers Distributors, Ltd., New Delhi.

 

References: 
  1. Claire, Shaeffer., Fabric Sewing Guide, Chitton Book Company, Radnot Pennsylvania.
  2. Grate and Storm.,  Concepts in Clothing , Mc Graw Hill Book Co., New York.
  3. Doongaji, S & Deshpande, R., Basic processes & clothing construction, Raaj Prakashan, New Delhi.

 

Academic Year: 
2018-2019
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