Clothing Construction N4 — Document
November 2019 — N4 — Clothing Construction
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2019
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1.1Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a term in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A M\next to the question number (1.1.1
1.110\the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A COLUMN B .1.1
1.1.10Tailor s ham Chintz Hips Ribs Plaids Tailor tack
1.2Give a word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the word/term next to the question number (1. .1 1. .10\ the ANSWER BOOK.
1.2.1This stitch is used to make joins, attach lace to underw ear, complete bands/belts and for patching.
1.2.2Used for sewing in zips and sewing against cord in pipings.
1.2.3stitch in the fabric, mostly for decorative purpose s, but also for shaping.
1.2.4Any technique used to make a seam look n eater and keep it from fraying.
1.2.5The pocket itself is used to finish off or bind the edges of the slash in the garment.
1.2.6Used for buttonholes on the edge of the garment or cuff, or skirt loops.
1.2.7This is cut out as an exten sion of the garment and is folded back along the edges it finishes.
1.2.8very wide sleeve set into a wide lowered armhole.
1.2.9The top end of this fastener should be stitched 6 mm below the upper stitching line and below the bottom stop.
1.2.10
1.3Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the answer a nd write only 'True' or 'False' next to the question number (1.3.1
1.3.10\the ANSWER BOOK.
1.3.1Mitring is the diagonal joining of two edges at a corner t can be folded in place or stitched in place.
1.3.2Ragla n shoulder pads are shorter in front and longer at the back and are different in shape on the left and right side.
1.3.3There are only THREE methods to mark the hemline of any type of garment.
1.3.4The bottom of the zip tape extensions shou ld be at least 15 mm and after completion the tape is attached to the seam allowances. 10010474
1.3.5Faced plackets are shaped pieces or a piece cut on the grain used to face the placket opening and can be visible on the outside.
1.3.6Slip openin gs are spaces in a seam or style line of the garment, mostly used in skirts and dresses to show the leg.
1.3.7Collars must be trimmed, graded, snipped and or notched to reduce bulk in enclosed seams.
1.3.8Rolled collars lie flat against the neckline then hangs over the front neckline and back of the neck, resting against the garment.
1.3.9When a bias strip is to be stitched to a curved edge such as a hem or neckline, it will be easier and the fine shed edge smoother if you shape the strip first.
1.3.10
1.4Name the following construction processes or parts of the garment indicated in FIGURE 1 on the sketches below. Write only the answer next to the question number (1.4.1
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1.5Study the following garment in F GURE 2 and answer the questions (1.5.1
1.5.10in the ANSWER BOOK. FIGURE
1.5.1Name the garment part that gives the collar support around the neckline shown in FIGURE 2 above
1.5.2What purpose does 1.5.2 serve on all manufactured garments?
1.5.3List any other area on a ladies garment where this type of detail labelled 1.5.3 can be used.
1.5.4Which type of collar is shown in 1.5.4 above?
1.5.5Suggest a way to neaten the raw edge of part labelled 1.5.5.
1.5.6This type of sleeve is popular on men s and ladies wear hat sleeve is it
1.5.7Name ONE way that the garment part labelled 1.5.7 can be constructed on a garment.
1.5Label the garment part in 1.5.8 above.
1.5.9List any detail that can be stitched directly onto the upper part of this garment piece.
1.5.1010010474 Copyright reserved Please turn over
1.5.10This label is found on the left hand seam and usu ally carries valuable information . What is th e label shown above in
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2.1FIGURE 3 Study the sketches of the ladies in FIGURE 3 above and answer the questions.
2.1.1The shirt collar has been used on the design of the blouse in FIGURE 3 above. Study the steps in FIGURE 4 below of the flat collar and explain how the collar is prepared before it is attached to the neckline.
2.1.2Disposal of fullness has been used on the b louse design in FIGURE 3 above. Identify the FOUR ways you can pick out on the sketch in FIGURE 3 (4\
2.1.3Collars are not the only detailing that can be us ed to finish of the neckline of the blouse above . S tudy FIGURE 5 below and label
2.1.4Darts are commonly used on ladies wear designs and they have a very ben eficial impact on the overall design of garments. Study the examples of darts on the sketches in FIGURE 6 below and name any FOUR
2.1.5Referring to the sketch in FIGURE 6 above, give a clear definition of the plain darts, which are mostly used on dresses, blouses and jackets (5\
2.2Sleeves and sleeve edge finishings are as important to the overall design of the garment as any other garment part.
2.2.1The sleeve applied to the blouse design in FIGURE 3 above is a basic set in sleeve. Study the sketches in FIGURE 7 below and explain how the set in
2.2.2List any THREE ways of finishing the hem edge of the sleeve. (3\
2.2.3When a cuff is applied to the edge of the sleeve, which three types of cuffs can be applied to the hem line of the sleeve? (3\ [50]50
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3.1Study the sketch of the pants in FIGURE 8 and answer the questions FIGURE 8
3.1.1Name the pocket that has been applied to the back of the trouser design in FIGURE 8 above. (1\
3.1.2List TWO other pockets that can be applied to the design of the trouser (2\
3.2The in seam pocket is usu ally applied to loose fitting garments so that the pocket remains hidden . W
3.3A straight waistband finishes the design in FIGU RE 8 above. However elasticated waist bands can als o be applied to the waist area. Study the sketches below in FIGURE 10 and give a detailed description of the
3.4Hems are always the last step in the construction process of a garment tudy the sketches in FIGURE 11 below and explain how the turn back hem is constructed on trouser legs after all the seams have been pressed.
3.5Explain the specific reasons for marking a hemline on any garment. (3\
3.6There are THREE forms for hemming a garment. Describe the faced edge method of forming a hem. (3\
3.7Which TWO quality standards would you consider important when applying hems to the edges of your garments (4\ [50]50
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4.1FIGURE 12 Name the following construction processes or parts of the garments indicated in FIGURE 12 above. Wr ite only the answer next to the question number (4.1.1
4.1.10\the ANSWER BOOK. (10 1\ (10\
4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
4.3Quality standards always need to be applied to all areas of the construction process xplain any THREE quality standards that nee d to be applied when using studs on your designs. (3
4.4There are two specific ways to neaten the edge numbered
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4.1.1010010474 14 Copyright reserved
4.5Ladies jackets get their shape from the use of style lines and the linings fitted to the inside of the garment. Linings are the last fabric layer to be added to tailored garment.
4.6Perfectly shaped shoulders on tailored garments can only be achieved through the use of shoulder pads. The jacket in FIGURE 14 shows a good proportionate shoulder line.
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TitleDocument
SubjectClothing Construction
LevelN4
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2019
MonthNovember
Pages14
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Decade2010s
Years ago7y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayFriday
Exam periodNovember 2019
Days since exam2,538
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