LESSON 2: Preparing and Cutting Materials For Athletic Shorts
LESSON 2: Preparing and Cutting Materials For Athletic Shorts
Pre-test
Direction: Read and understand the items being described below. Choose the
letter of the correct answer and write it in your quiz notebook.
1. It is the correct procedure in preparing the materials for cutting.
a. shrinking, hanging, straightening, pressing
b. shrinking, straightening, hanging, pressing
c. straightening, shrinking, hanging, pressing
d. straightening, hanging, shrinking, pressing
2. This is the first step to do before laying the pattern over the cloth.
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17. It is a cutting tool that gives an attractive zigzag edge to fabrics that does
not ravel.
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Read Information Sheet 2.1-1 very well then find out how much you can
remember and how much you learned by doing Self-check 2.1-1.
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Let us recall the parts of a fabric so you will never be confused during the
discussion of this lesson.
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Selvage - the finished edge of the fabric running lengthwise or on the sides of
the fabric. There is a selvage on both lengthwise edges of woven fabrics.
True bias - the diagonal of a perfect square of fabric. The bias line makes 45
degree angle with the lengthwise and crosswise threads.
Since patterns are already drafted, you can now lay out pattern on your
available fabrics. Your knowledge on how to identify wrong from right side can
also be useful in purchasing the fabric.
Fabric Preparation
The importance of fabric preparation is to preserve the fit of the finished
garment after washing.
D. Pressing
The process of removing wrinkles and creases in
fabric by using the flat iron. The general rule is to press
on the wrong side of the cloth in the lengthwise grain.
Pressing may enlarge or shrink the fabrics.
Multiple Choices
Direction: Read and understand the items being described below. Choose the
letter of the correct answer and write it in your quiz notebook.
1. This is the correct procedure in preparing the materials for cutting.
a. shrinking, hanging, straightening, pressing
b. shrinking, straightening, hanging, pressing
c. straightening, shrinking, hanging, pressing
d. straightening, hanging, shrinking, pressing
2. The reason why washable fabric is pre-shrunk.
a. to avoid fitting alteration c. to remove any sizing
b. to prevent shrinkage d. all of the above
3. This is a characteristic of a lengthwise grain.
a. it has less stretch c. the selvage is there
b. it is stronger d. all of these
4. It is a grain of fabric that runs along the selvage.
a. bias b. crosswise c. lengthwise d. twirls
5. This refers to the finished edge of a fabric.
a. Cut edge b. Hem c. Raw edge d. Selvage
6. It refers to the diagonal of a perfect square of fabric.
a. Lengthwise b. Crosswise c. Bias d. Selvage
7. Which of the following preparation is done by drawing a thread or grain of
the material of the uneven crosswise or lengthwise edges to make it straight?
a. Shrinking and soaking c. Pressing
b. Straightening the end of fabric d. Stretching the grain of fabric
8. It is the process of removing wrinkles and creases in fabric by using the flat
iron.
a. Pressing c. Stretching the grain
b. Shrinking and soaking d. Straightening the end of fabric
9. Which of the following is the correct procedure in straightening the ends of
the fabric?
A. Pick-up a loose crosswise threads and pulls it out slowly.
B. Cut along a pulled thread.
C. Clip the selvage on the shortest edge of the fabric.
D. Pull the thread all the way across the selvage.
a. B, A, C, D b. C, A, B, D c. A, D, B, C d. C, A, D, B
10.It is done by pulling the cloth diagonally from the corner to the opposite
corner this making the lengthwise to be right angle.
a. Pressing c. Stretching the grains of fabric
b. Shrinking and soaking d. Straightening the end of fabric
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?
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Read Information Sheet 2.2-1 very well then find out how much you can
remember and how much you learned by doing Self-check 2.2-1.
Before you lay out the patterns be sure that you fold the fabric on its
wrong side.
Below are tips to identify the right or wrong side of fabric.
1. Prints are more visible and bright on the right side.
2. Right side has smooth and finished appearance.
3. Right side selvage is smoother than the wrong side.
4. Wrong side has loose thread ends.
5. Whole, silk and most nylons are folded or rolled with their right side in.
Fabric Folds
1. Lengthwise center fold
The fabric is folded lengthwise at the center with the selvage together.
Pattern Layout
It is the placement and arrangement of pattern pieces on the materials in
an economical way.
Multiple Choices
Direction: Read and understand the items being described below. Choose the
letter of the correct answer and write it in your quiz notebook.
1. A kind of fabric folds wherein the fabric is folded lengthwise at the center
with the selvage together.
a. Crosswise center fold c. Off-center lengthwise fold
b. Lengthwise center fold d. Off-center crosswise fold
2. A kind of fabric folds wherein the fabric is folded crosswise with the raw
edges together.
a. Off-center crosswise fold c. Crosswise fold
b. Off-center lengthwise fold d. Lengthwise fold
3. This is how patterns are arranged economically on fabrics.
a. along the center fold c. close to each other
b. along the selvage d. apart from each other
4. This means to arrange the pattern pieces on the fabric.
a. to cut b. to lay out c. to mark d. to trace
5. This is the first step in laying out pattern.
a. check and mark seam allowances and stitching line
b. fold the material with right side folded in
c. lay out the largest pattern piece on the wrong side of the cloth
d. checked the pattern well
6. A kind of fabric folds wherein the fabric is folded crosswise with the raw
edge meeting at the center.
a. Crosswise fold c. Off-center crosswise fold
b. Lengthwise fold d. Off-center lengthwise fold
7. The following are the tips in identifying the right side and wrong side of the
fabric. Which is NOT?
a. Right side has loose thread ends.
b. Prints are more visible and bright on the right side.
c. Right side has smooth and finished appearance.
d. Right side selvage is smoother than the wrong side.
8. Which of the following fabric folds is done by folding the fabric lengthwise
with the selvage meeting at the center?
a. Off-center crosswise fold c. Off-center lengthwise fold
b. Crosswise fold d. Lengthwise fold
Title:
Lay outing and pinning athletic shorts pattern on fabric
Performance Objective:
Given the necessary tools and materials you need to lay out and pin
athletic shorts pattern on fabric.
Supplies/Materials:
Pattern
Fabric
Pencil with eraser
Tools/Equipment:
Cutting tools
Cutting table
Pins
Steps/Procedure:
Gather all the tools and materials needed.
Checked the patterns before laying them on the cloth.
Examine all the necessary pattern symbols before laying them on the cloth.
Choose the longest cutting table to prevent the fabric from hanging over the
edge of table.
When laying each pattern piece, check the following :
lengthwise grain position
the center fold
if it is to be duplicated
if it is to be sectioned to be cut singly, or not through two layers
Fold the material on the right side with selvage folded together.
Lay out the largest pattern piece first and the small pieces last.
Pin pattern piece in all the way around the edge.
Insert pins along the lengthwise grain.
Lay the small pattern pieces and pin them in vacant places.
Let the seam allowances touch each other whenever possible.
CRITERIA YE N
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1. Gather all the tools and materials needed?
2. Checked the patterns before laying them on the cloth?
3. Examine all the necessary pattern symbols before laying
them on the cloth?
4. Choose the longest cutting table to prevent the fabric from
hanging over the edge of table?
5. Check the following when laying each pattern piece:
a. lengthwise grain position?
b. the center fold?
c. if it is to be duplicated?
d. if it is to be sectioned to be cut singly, or not through
two layers?
6. Fold the material on the right side with selvage folded
together?
7. Lay out the largest pattern piece first and the small pieces
last?
8. Pin pattern piece in all the way around the edge?
9. Insert pins along the lengthwise grain?
10. Lay the small pattern pieces and pin them in vacant
places?
11. Let the seam allowances touch each other whenever
possible?
Comments/Suggestions
Read Information Sheet 2.3-1 very well then find out how much you can
remember and how much you learned by doing Self-check 2.3-1.
Cutting tools are instruments that serve well if properly maintained. The
best quality cutting tools are hot-forge, high-grade steel honed to a fine cutting
edge. Blades should be joined with an adjustable screw to ensure even pressure
along the length of the blade.
2. Cutting scissors
a. Trimming scissor
It is 3-4 inches long. It is used for trimmings, clipping threads and
snipping slashes.
b. Embroidery scissor
It has 4-5 inches finely tapered blades. Both
points are sharp for use in working with fine details
in delicate fabrics and in embroidery work.
c. Buttonhole scissor
This is intended for making buttonholes.
3. Seam ripper
Hook quickly rips seams, opens buttonholes and
removes stitches. This should be used carefully to
avoid piercing the fabric.
4. Thread clipper
It has spring action blades which are used for
snipping threads.
5. Rotary cutter
It is an adaptation of the giant rotary cutter used by the garment
industry. It works like a pizza cutter and can be used
by left or right-handed sewers. The rotary
cutter is available in different sizes with
different blades. When using a rotary cutter,
work on a cutting mat to protect the blade and the
cutting surface.
7. Leather shears
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These are used for cutting leather and suede. It has heavy serrated
edge.
8. Electric shear
This is available in one- or-two-speed models.
Some are battery operated, while the others may be
plugged into a n electric outlet for operation.
Cutting
Cutting with precision makes construction easier and more accurate. It
also contributes to the final success of the garment. To avoid mistakes cut all
pieces in one work session.
Be sure to have an exclusive table for cutting in a suitable place. Get
everything organized and do all the cutting at once.
Notes: When cutting, always start at the lower end of cloth or at your left hand
side. Doing this will avoid much remnants.
Regarding the sleeves, the ways may vary, depending on the style. You
may add more allowance on top sleeves, and other kinds of sleeves.
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Multiple Choices
Direction: Read and understand the items being described below. Choose the
letter of the correct answer and write it in your quiz notebook.
1. When cutting the material, this is how notches should be cut from the seam
allowance.
a. downward b. outward c. sideward d. upward
2. This is used when cutting the cloth in order to get clean and evenly cut
edges.
a. blade c. embroidery scissors
b. cutting shears d. pinking shears
3. It is a cutting tool that gives an attractive zigzag edge to fabrics that do not
ravel.
a. baguio cut b. pinking shears c. shears d. scissors
4. It is the best tool in cutting fabric.
a. Pinking shears c. Leather shears
b. Buttonhole scissors d. Dressmakers bent handled shears
5. This type of scissors is only useful in working with fine details of delicate fabrics.
a. buttonhole b. embroidery c. pinking d. trimming
6. Which of the following cutting shears are best for heavy duty cutting?
a. All steels, chrome-plated shears
b. Serrated edge shears
c. Stainless steel blade, and plastic handle
d. Pinking shears
7. Which of the following tools is used in zigzagging scalloped edge for seam
finishes?
a. Leather shears c. Electronic shears
b. Pinking shears d. Bent handled dressmakers shears
8. This cutting tool has spring action blades which are used for snipping
threads.
a. Seam ripper c. Thread clipper
b. Buttonhole scissor d. Rotary cutter
9. Which of the following tools has hook that easily rips seams?
a. Seam ripper c. Thread clipper
b. Trimming scissor d. Buttonhole scissors
10. Which of the following is intended for making buttonholes?
a. Trimming scissors c. Seam ripper
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Title:
Cutting fabric for athletic shorts
Performance Objective:
Given the necessary tools and materials you need to cut fabric for
athletic shorts.
Supplies/Materials:
Pattern
Fabric
Pencil with eraser
Tools/Equipment:
Cutting shears
Cutting table
Pins
Steps/Procedure:
Gather all tools and materials needed for the cutting process.
Use a pair of sharp cutting shears with long even strokes.
Place one hand on the pattern close to the cutting line and hold before
cutting the fabric.
To cut out the piece, rest the cutting shear on the table so that the fabric is
slightly raised.
Cut first the large pieces, then the small ones.
Cut notches away from seam allowance. Notches help to match sections
during construction.
As you cut, walk around the table instead of pulling the materials.
Do not allow any parts of fabric to hang over the edge of a cutting table.
This is especially important in knitted fabrics.
Cut the entire garment at one time.
After cutting each part, put it aside. Do not remove the pins and pattern, for
you will need them in marking the fabric.
Collect and tie all scraps of cloth together for future use.
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CRITERIA YE N
S O
1. Gather all the tools and materials needed for the cutting
process?
2. Use a pair of sharp cutting shears with long even strokes?
3. Place one hand on the pattern close to the cutting line and
hold before cutting the fabric?
4. Rest the cutting shear on the table when cutting the fabric
so that the fabric is slightly raised?
5. Cut first the large pieces, then the small ones?
6. Cut notches away from seam allowance?
7. Walk around the table as you cut instead of pulling the
materials?
8. Do not allow any parts of fabric to hang over the edge of a
cutting table?
9. Cut the entire garment at one time?
10. After cutting each part, put it aside. Do not remove the
pins and pattern, for you will need them in marking the
fabric?
11. Collect and tie all scraps of cloth together for future use?
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