Basic Construction Method of Garments

Basic Construction Method

Garment construction is a wonderful art, which requires skill and practice. One has to undergo through the instructions before sewing the garment to obtain beautiful finish, comfort, and a well fitted garment.

General steps for Construction of Garments

General steps involved in garment construction are,

·               Check if all patterns are cut

·               Fold the patterns and keep it safely

·               Open the patterns only while sewing

·               Mark and match the notches before sewing

·               Collect all the necessary accessories before starting sewing. Like, lining, fasteners, decorative laces and appliqués

·               Check the colour of the machine thread Fill the bobbin with suitable colour threads

·               Check the smoothness of the machine

·               Clean the machine thoroughly especially the bobbin holder and feed dog

Steps for Construction of Basic Blouse

·               Mark pattern on to the fabric and cut the fabric

·               Mark all the details such as darts and notches etc

·               First finish the darts

·               Join shoulder to neck line

·               Join the side seams

·               Finish the placket at the openings

·               Finish the neckline

·               Attach the sleeve to the bodice

·               Finish the hem lines

·               Attach fasteners

·               Press neatly

Steps for Construction of Basic Skirt

·               Complete the darts

·               Finish the plackets

·               Join the side seams

·               Attach the waist band

·               Fix the fasteners

·               Press neatly

·               Finish the front opening placket

Steps for Construction of Shirt

·               Mark the patterns on to the fabric

·               Name the patterns correctly

·               Cut front bodice, back bodice, yoke, collar band, main collar and pocket

·               Stitch the yoke on the back of the shirt

·               Finish the plackets on the front openings

·               Attach collar and collar band

·               Join shoulder to neck

·               Attach collar at neckline

·               Attach side seams and finish the bottom of the shirt

·               Join the sleeves

·               Press neatly

Steps for Construction of Pant

·               Mark the pattern on the fabric

·               Cut the fabric accordingly

·               Join the crotches

·               Stitch the fly opening

·               Attach the zipper

·               Join the side seams and centre seam

·               Attach the waist band

·               Fix fasteners

·               Press neatly