Title: Demonstrate construction skills.
Course: Fashion Careers I (19201-I) > Section: Using Apparel Production Techniques

Demonstration should include

- pattern application
- cutting and pinning
  - hand (e.g., pinning, basting, whip stitch, blind stitch, catch stitch)
  - machine sewing (e.g., seam allowances,  pivoting, back stitching, basting)
- computerized operations.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are the desired outcomes in producing apparel?
- How are construction and alteration similar? How are they different?

Communication

- Why is it important to listen carefully to the customer before undertaking a  custom garment construction job?
- What communication skills are essential during apparel construction?

Leadership

- What criteria should be established for producing apparel?

Management

- What planning is needed before garment construction can begin?
- What steps are taken to establish skill standards for producing apparel?