How to cut out a pattern
Posted on | June 9, 2009 | No Comments
Layout and cutting is vital to the professionalism of the finished garment.
1. Layout the pattern according to envelope instructions.
2. Pin the pattern in place.
a. Pin the pattern along the longest edge, then gently smooth the pattern in all directions and pin through the center and the outer edges.
b. Pins shouldn’t project over the edges of the pattern.
c. Don’t lift the material as you pin the pattern.
d. Do not cut them into the garment.
e. Avoid lifting the pieces and material.
3. Re-check your layout to make sure you’ve accurately placed pieces.
4. Cut along the edge of the pattern, keeping an even line and cutting the notches as projections.
5. Avoid lifting as you cut. When cutting corners, use the points of the shears so as not to slash into the garment or cloth.
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