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Activity 8-1: Practicing Folding and Laying Out the Pattern
Supplies needed:
paper pattern pieces 8A through 8K (pages 115 and 117)
scissors glue or tape
This activity is made up of three problems. For each problem, cut out the specified
pattern pieces found at the end of the lesson. Also cut a piece of paper the size of the
dimensions given to represent fabric from which the garment is to be cut. Try various fabric
folds—lengthwise, crosswise, partial, and double—and ways of placing the pattern pieces
on the fabric. Decide on the best way to fold the fabric and lay out the pattern pieces. Then
glue or tape the pieces in place. Attach your results to a sheet of paper. Be prepared to
discuss your work.
Garment 1 — Knit Top
Use pattern pieces 8A and 8B.
Cut a sheet of paper 4½ ½ by 8¾ ¾ inches for the fabric.
Consider the lengthwise grain to run parallel to the 4½-inch ½ edge. A permanent
lengthwise crease runs through the center of the fabric.
Garment 2 — Skirt
Use pattern pieces 8C, 8D, and 8E.
Cut a sheet of paper 6¼ ¼ by 11 inches for the fabric. Consider the lengthwise grain
to run parallel to the 11-inch edge.
Garment 3 — Shirt
Use pattern pieces 8F, 8G, 8H, 8I, 8J, and 8K.
Use a single 8½ ½ by 11-inch sheet of paper for the fabric.
Consider the lengthwise grain to run parallel to the 11-inch edge.