Construction techniques Specification content Teaching and learning ideas 20–23 Learners should produce a range of Introduction to sleeve setting, collar making and pocket making including: samples to demonstrate skill in a set-in sleeve number of different construction raglan sleeve techniques. Pan collar Learners should acquire knowledge mandarin collar and understanding of: shirt collar the use of additional materials pocket such as interfacing where in-seam pocket appropriate to the above pocket with fastenings techniques gusseted pocket. how fabric grain and applied pattern can affect the Learners should up a range of samples of different types of sleeve, collar and pockets. The construction of these processes range will depend on the ability of individual learners and whilst as many as possible should be and influence the appearance of covered, quality is more important than quantity. the end product. Stretch and challenge opportunity: Learners should know and more complex of pocket shapes, application of fastenings to pockets. understand how to use appropriate Risk assessment needed: tools and equipment efficiently to achieve a high-quality finish care in using sewing machines and irons. embellishment. Equipment needed: sewing machines, cutting shears, iron and ironing board.
Construction techniques Specification content Teaching and learning ideas 20–23 Learners should produce a range of samples to demonstrate skill in a number of different construction techniques. Learners should acquire knowledge and understanding of: the use of additional materials such as interfacing where appropriate to the above techniques how fabric grain and applied pattern can affect the construction of these processes and influence the appearance of the end product. Learners should know and understand how to use appropriate tools and equipment efficiently to achieve a high-quality finish embellishment. Introduction to sleeve setting, collar making and pocket making including: set-in sleeve raglan sleeve Pan collar mandarin collar shirt collar pocket in-seam pocket pocket with fastenings gusseted pocket. Learners should up a range of samples of different types of sleeve, collar and pockets. The range will depend on the ability of individual learners and whilst as many as possible should be covered, quality is more important than quantity. Stretch and challenge opportunity: more complex of pocket shapes, application of fastenings to pockets. Risk assessment needed: care in using sewing machines and irons. Equipment needed: sewing machines, cutting shears, iron and ironing board.