Are you new to the sewing game and cannot afford to spend a fortune on a sewing machine? Do you want to learn sewing without drowning yourself in tears of mechanical frustrations? And most of all, do you not want to be stuck with a nightmarish machine that will waste your time and hamper your […]
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Quality characterization of apparel is the 2nd edition of the book that entails dimensional and colour fastness properties, durability and surface appearance of apparels along with mandatory regulation on flammability, fibre composition and care labels. Safety issues for different accessories in children garment and safety review of typical garments have been thoroughly covered in this book. The first edition of the book was published in the year 2009.
The novelty of the book is the way the topics are arranged on an actual practical way in which apparel manufacturing units, buying offices, and retailers are facing day-to-day challenges in different activities in their business. This will help the apparel business community to avoid quality-related surprises and cut down rejections. The book would be of immense use for textile/garment manufacturers, buying offices, retailers and the educational cluster of apparel/fashion.
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The first known humans to make clothing, Neanderthal man, survived from about 200,000 B.C.E. to about 30,000 B.C.E. During this time the earth’s temperature rose and fell dramatically, creating a series of ice ages throughout the northern areas of Europe and Asia where the Neanderthal man lived. With their compact, muscular bodies that conserved body heat, Neanderthals were well adapted to the cold climate of their day. But it was their large brain that served them best.
Neanderthal man learned to make crude but effective tools from stone. Tools such as spears and axes made Neanderthals strong hunters, and they hunted the hairy mammoths, bears, deer, musk oxen, and other mammals that shared their environment. At some point, Neanderthals learned how to use the thick, furry hides from these animals to keep themselves warm and dry. With this discovery, clothing was born.
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Factors affecting online shopping for e-retailers are knowing consumer buying behaviour and the buying pattern of goods, which are identified as demographics, psychographics, and website attributes.
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Sleeve is that part of the garment, which covers the arm of the body and is usually attached to armhole of bodice pattern. Sleeves support the design and functional element of a garment. They are broadly classified into three types – set-in sleeves, raglan sleeves and kimono sleeves which are further made into separate styles.
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Skirt is something that covers the lower part of the body especially for girls, women or ladies. Skirts come in a variety of shapes and styles and they are essential items in women’s wardrobes. Skirts are more elegant and easy to wear and besides they can be worn in all occasions. It is easier to design skirt than any other garment. In today’s fashion world we find a variety of types of skirt which can be categorized based on size, fabric, and design. The silhouette can be narrow, flared or bouffant. Even straight skirts can vary from extremely tight and narrow at the hem to slightly A-lined. Here is a brief description of the variety of skirt types being used on their vast types.
Establishing good practices can significantly improve working conditions, increase workplace safety and raise productivity. The following are some simple good practices for the apparel industry. They are cost-efficient and easy to implement.
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After all the pattern pieces are cut, you can begin marking each piece. It provides “road signs” showing where to sew and press. It will also speed your sewing time when done correctly. Marking will take only a little time and is not as tiring as using the tracing wheel or placing the pattern back on the fabric to look for a lost detail. There are 2 types of notches Pattern notches and center notches.
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Accurate marking throughout garment construction is extremely important. This process begins with marking pattern symbols. How and where to mark the garment will aid in putting the garment together. Marking should be done as soon as the garment sections have been cut and before the pattern pieces have been removed. Pattern symbols to be marked include darts, pleats, tucks, and matching circles. Beginners should also mark seam lines. In some situations, marking a seamline is important to even the most
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Sketching is an important tool for any sewer—it serves as a roadmap for all phases of garment creation, from fabric and color selection to actual construction. If you can sketch, you can record fashions seen on the street, work out design details, and communicate your ideas to others.
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