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Drape fabrics to make patterns

Drape fabrics to make patterns

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFD4021B
State Code
W7240
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/11/2008
Field of Education
100505 - Fashion Design
Original Release Date
03/11/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to drape fabrics to make patterns.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare draping tools and equipment
  • 1.1 Work area is set up according to OHS practices and specifications for work.
  • 1.2 Draping tools and equipment are selected and prepared.
2 Prepare model form for draping
  • 2.1 Body reference points on model form are identified and marked.
  • 2.2 Any additional model form preparation is identified.
  • 2.3 Measurements are checked for conformance to required specifications.
3 Prepare fabric for draping
  • 3.1 Dimensions of fabric piece required for each section/piece to be draped are estimated.
  • 3.2 Warp, weft and bias of fabric are identified.
  • 3.3 Fabric handling qualities are identified and assessed.
4 Plan drape
  • 4.1 Requirements for adding wearing ease for movement are identified.
  • 4.2 Requirements for manipulating dart excess are identified.
  • 4.3 Seam positioning is planned.
  • 4.4 Drape plan is developed.
5 Perform draping
  • 5.1 Fabric is pinned on model form, relating body reference points and fabric grains.
  • 5.2 Fabric is moulded and manipulated to fit model form.
  • 5.3 Ease is added to allow for movement.
  • 5.4 Fabric is smoothed or manipulated over contours of model form.
  • 5.5 Darts and seams are formed and pinned.
  • 5.6 Drape is prepared for truing.
6 Transfer drape to paper
  • 6.1 Drape is removed from model form.
  • 6.2 Lines are drawn or ruled on drape at pin positions.
  • 6.3 Drape is used as a template to create paper pattern or block.
  • 6.4 Pattern or block is trued and marked.
7 Produce final pattern
  • 7.1 Pattern is produced.
  • 7.2 Pattern pieces are checked for accuracy of seam allowances, hems, functional openings and closures, seam match, and flow-through.
  • 7.3 Pattern pieces are labelled and markings completed.
  • 7.4 Pattern is finalised and checked to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance to specifications.
  • 7.5 Specification sheets are completed and attached to pattern blocks for storage.
  • 7.6 Finished patterns are filed and stored.
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
Draping tools and equipment may include:
model form
narrow tape/ribbon
tape measure
pen/pencil
scissors
square rule
marker pens
hole punch
pins
fashion triangle
French curve
pattern notcher
weights
Body reference points may include:
bust
waist
hips
centre front
centre back
side seam
Fabric may include:
toile fabric
sample fabric
Pieces to be draped must include:
front bodice
back bodice
front skirt
back skirt
other pieces to be draped may include:
front extended line
back extended line
Fabric handling qualities may include:
fall
stretch
stability
drape
Drape plan may include:
adding fullness (pleats, tucks, gathers)
multiple darts/division of darts
symmetric and/or asymmetric design features
cowls, twists, knots
Markings include:
appropriate seam widths
notches
dart lines
drill holes
grain line
cutting instructions
stitching lines
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare the model form for draping
prepare tools, equipment and fabric pieces
develop a draping plan
carry out the draping on the model form
transfer the drape to paper
produce and label a final pattern/block

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W6533 LMTFD4021A Drape fabrics to make patterns Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAW74 MSTFD4021 Drape fabrics to make patterns Unit of competency