TVLE- DRESSMAKING 2
QUARTER 1
LESSON 5
Lay-out and Pin Pattern
For this week, this module provides the learners with the techniques and
strategies of laying out and pinning patterns. This will make them realize the
importance of these two steps before sewing a lady’s skirt.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Learning Outcome 2: Lay-out and Pin Pattern
TLE_HEDM9- 12SK-Id-2
Lesson 5: Lay-out and Pin Pattern
To start with this module, you are advised to follow these simple instructions to assure
learning.
1. Look for a good place to study to. It should have clear surroundings, proper
ventilation, free from different noise, and make sure the lights are on.
2. Prepare all the learning tools and materials.
3. Answer the pre-test based on your retained learning.
4. Read and analyze the content of the module.
5. Takedown notes so that you will remember all the important details.
6. Finish all the activities in the module. Enjoy every moment of doing it.
7. Let the facilitator/guardian evaluate your work
8. Review and prepare for the post-test.
9. Apply the skills you have learned after doing all the activities.
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For this week, you are expected to:
Layout and Pin Pattern
Directions: Read and analyze the following statements and choose the correct answer
from the given options. Write your answer on the space provided before each item.
_____1. In laying out pattern pieces, what will happen if you use the right side of the
fabric?
a. The right side of the fabric might spoil c. Right side might show the markings
b. It might damage the fabric d. sewing might be difficult
_____2. You should not lift the material or cloth in pinning the pattern, because
a. To avoid stretching the fabric
b. To maintain the position of the pattern onto the fabric
c. To make sure that the fabric is in the correct position
d. To keep the pins and the patterns in place
_____3. The following procedures must be secured before cutting the fabric, except
from
a. All the details of the pattern
b. All lines are connected accurately
c. Dressmaking shears
d. Making sure that all allowances are correctly made
_____4. During the pinning process, which side of the fabric should be set?
a. wrong side c. right side
b. salvage d. raw edge
_____5. What marking tools should be used in marking the fabric?
a. Pencil
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b. Pentel pen
c. Tailor’s chalk
d. Ball pen
Last week you have learned that fabric preparation is very important, especially if the
fabric is dyed, printed, or finished. Though such preparation adds extra effort on your
part as a dressmaker, you need to do it to make a perfectly fitted finished product. You
have also learned the different steps of preparing the material and their major
preparation techniques.
Directions: Enumerate the major preparation techniques for fabrics:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Pattern layout is the arrangement of drafted pattern unto the fabric meant for
marking before cutting the final pattern. These two steps are also considered crucial as
accuracy is must observed.
The pattern is a hard paper that is composed of the different specifications of the
individual body parts. It is usually equal to different parts of the garment made flat on a
paper.
Types of Pattern:
1. Basic block or block pattern. It is an individual component of the garment without
reflecting any design. It is produced according to the exact body measurement
for different age groups and gender. It is classified into :
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Flat method
Modeling method
2. Working Pattern or Garment Pattern. It is made up of basic and block patterns. It
is needed for every part of the garment.
Laying-out and Pinning Pattern
Laying out pattern pieces on the fabric to prepare for cutting is an important step
that must be done carefully and accurately to save time, money, and effort. To get the
best result, here are some guidelines to follow in laying out and pinning patterns.
Procedures in laying-out and pinning pattern.
1. Make sure that you have all the pattern pieces – front part and back part of the
pajama pattern.
2. Distinguished the right side or a “pretty” side of the fabric.
3. Face the fabric right side under to free it from marks.
4. Spread the fabric flat on the table and pin the pattern pieces and fabric together.
5. Notice and consider the fabric grain.
Direction: Lay-out pattern pieces on the fabric.
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Activity No. 2
Direction: Pin pattern on the fabric.
Note: You can use the rubric below to assess your performance.
SCORING RUBRIC FOR LAYING-OUT AND PINNING PATTERN
Criteria 5 3 1
Complete, appropriate Complete, appropriate
Tools and Materials Incomplete
and properly used but not properly used
Failed once in
Followed guidelines Failed to follow the
Workmanship following the
correctly guidelines correctly
guidelines
There were some
Patterns were placed patterns which were Failed to position
near other not placed close pattern close together
together
Cloth remained flat There were wrinkled Cloth did not remain
after pinning part in some area flat after pinning
Was not careful in
Was extra careful in Was careful in using
using tools; did not
Safety Work Habits using tool; observed tool; observed proper
observe proper
proper posture posture
posture
Legend:
13 – 15 = 83
25 = 90 9 – 11 = 80
21 – 23 = 88 5 – 7 = 78
17 – 19 = 85
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Important words and their meanings
Selvage - is a self-finished edge of fabric that prevents it from raveling
Right side of fabric – pretty face of the fabric
Wrong side of fabric – the other surface
Accuracy – the state of being correct on following the procedure
Critical thinking questions
How important to be careful in pinning pattern pieces on the fabric?
______________________________________________________________________
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Directions: Read and analyze the following statements and choose the correct answer
from the given options. Write your answer on the space provided before each item.
_____1. In laying out pattern pieces, what will happen if you use the right side of the
fabric?
c. The right side of the fabric might spoil c. Right side might show the markings
d. It might damage the fabric d. sewing might be difficult
_____2. You should not lift the material or cloth in pinning the pattern, because
a. To avoid stretching the fabric
b. To maintain the position of the pattern onto the fabric
c. To make sure that the fabric is in the correct position
d. To keep the pins and the patterns in place
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_____3. The following procedures must be secured before cutting the fabric, except
from
a. All the details of the pattern
b .All lines are connected accurately
c. Dressmaking shears
d. Making sure that all allowances are correctly made
_____4. During the pinning process, which side of the fabric should be set?
a. wrong side c. right side
b. salvage d. raw edge
_____5. What marking tools should be used in marking the fabric?
a. Pencil
b. Pentel pen
c. Tailor’s chalk
d. Ball pen
Explain the importance of the two processes you have completed in our activities. Give
your answer by reading the statements below.
1. Why do you need to be accurate in lay-outing and pinning pattern on the fabric?
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2. What strategies did you use in able to finish the two crucial steps in your
activities to save time, money, and effort?
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