Bespoke Tailoring Level 1 by Gabija Marcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j Practical skills Q&A en-us 2019-03-20 13:55:12 UTC 2026-02-07 03:18:00 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f987.png 1. What is inlay and why it's used? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359914488 Inlay is the extra piece of fabric left within the garments seam allowance. It greatly assists in the making of alterations and adjustments of a garment . ]]> 2019-05-14 14:15:55 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359914488 2. How and where gimp thread is used on a garment? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359916535 Gimp thread is used in the making of hand- stitched buttonholes.  
Gimp thread is placed right under the stitches of a buttonhole, the stitches being made almost around, making the it not possible to be seen. ]]> 2019-05-14 14:18:31 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359916535 3.List hand-stitching techniques used in the making of the welt pocket. (in making order) GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359916877 1. Basting stitch
2. Raw edge felling stitch
3. Felling stitch
4. Side stitch]]> 2019-05-14 14:19:08 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359916877 4. What is a point presser used for? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918167 Point presser is used for pressing narrow hard to hard reach areas. such as corners and points, collars, lapel, cuffs.]]> 2019-05-14 14:21:03 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918167 5. Name the pre-waxed hand sewing thread used by tailors? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918456 The Hand Silk Skein.
http://roryduffybespoke.com/trick-of-the-trade-silk-skein/]]> 2019-05-14 14:21:32 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918456 6. Why do we used beeswax on threads? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918686 Beeswax strengthens the thread, making it more durable. It also prevents it from tangling and knotting, that way helping it to easily pass through the fabric. ]]> 2019-05-14 14:21:55 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918686 7. What size needle do you use to perform a felling stitch and where it is used on a garment? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918883 Needle size 7. 
felling stitch is used to attach the folded edge of the lining to the hem or facing of a garment. ]]> 2019-05-14 14:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359918883 8. How do you maintain proper posture? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359919294 In order to maintain a proper posture one should make a habit of not curving their back or hunching too much.It is advised to sit cross-legged in what is referred to as 'tailor-style' position, on a table, without leaning forward too closely to your knees.  ]]> 2019-05-14 14:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359919294 9.List key health and safety issues likely to arise in making your pocket? GabiMarcinkeviciute https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359919443 Use of industrial sewing machine.
Use of presses.
Use of needles and scissors.
Bad posture. ]]> 2019-05-14 14:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/GabiMarcinkeviciute/dhghwe9ave8j/wish/359919443