Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare workstation
- Workstation and seating are set up according to OHS practices and specifications for work.
- Pattern-making tools and equipment are selected and prepared.
- Any additional materials or equipment required to perform task are selected and prepared.
- Pattern-making tools, equipment and supplies are laid out in preparation for patternmaking.
- Interpret the design
- Design drawings and specifications are interpreted and clarified with designer as required.
- Design lines and style features are identified.
- Fabric characteristics and performance, and trims, components and finishings are considered in relation to the design.
- Any specialconstructionmethods for bras and swimwear are considered in relation to the design.
- Size standards for fit are determined.
- Select block
- Develop pattern
- Advanced principles of pattern making are applied in constructing bra or swimwear pattern.
- Methods and formulas used are documented.
- Pattern is produced from existing block to specified measurements.
- Pattern pieces are checked for accuracy of seam allowances, seam match, hems, multiple layers and tolerances.
- Pattern pieces are labelled and markings completed.
- Test and finalise pattern
- Segments are constructed.
- Segments are examined and assessed for compatibility of pattern to design.
- Construction problems are identified and documented.
- Fitting is performed to ensure that bra or swimwear meets design criteria and fit.
- Pattern is checked to ensure it meets Australian Standards.
- Any pattern alterations are completed and assessed to meet fitting requirements.
- Pattern is finalised and checked to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance to design specifications.
- Garment is checked to ensure it meets all requirements to be commercially viable, manufacturing specifications and fit.
- Complete work