Title: Identify equipment, tools, and supplies for apparel construction, alteration, and repair.
Course: Fashion Careers I (19201-I) > Section: Using Apparel Production Techniques

Identification should include identifying between industrial and home machines, along with

- needles (hand and sewing machine)
- thread types
- straight pins
- fasteners, tapes, and trims
- shears and scissors
- sewing machines and accessories
- sewing supplies (e.g., needle threader, tracing wheel)
- sergers and accessories
- irons, heat presses, and accessories
- pattern drafting supplies (e.g., ruler, French curve, pattern paper)
- embroidery machines.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are the present standards for basic construction techniques?
- What are the consequences of following or not following standards for basic construction techniques?

Communication

- What communication skills are needed to train a fashion industry professional in apparel construction, alteration, and repair?
- What message is communicated when apparel construction or alteration does not meet high quality standards?

Leadership

- What are the goals in textile product construction?
- What leadership skills are needed when communicating with a customer about apparel alteration or repair?

Management

- What is required in construction to produce, alter, or repair a textile product?
- How can a manager stay abreast of technology relevant to apparel construction, alteration, and repair?