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Technical-Vocational
Education
Dressmaking
Quarter 3 – Module 2:
Applying Quality Standards
Measuring the Parts of A Blouse
TVE – Grade 8
Quarter 3 – Module 2: Applying Quality Standards Measuring the Parts of A Blouse
First Edition, 2020

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Dressmaking
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
 Applying Quality Standards
Measuring the Parts of A
Blouse

Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear
learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home.
Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are
carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you
step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared
for you.
Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons
in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing
this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s
assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of
each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your
learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We
trust that you will be honest in using these.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher
are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and
reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based
learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks
on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering
the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before
performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in
answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your
teacher or facilitator.
Thank you.

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Let Us Learn!
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is
here to help you master how to use different kind of sentences particularly
declarative and interrogative sentences. The scope of this module permits it
to be used in many different learning situations. The language used
recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are also
arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in
which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you
are now using.

This module has one lesson:

• Lesson 2 - Measure the parts of a blouse

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. use appropriate tools in measuring the parts of a blouse;

 2. measure the parts of a finished blouse; and
3. appreciate accurately measured garments

Let Us Try!
PRE-TEST

Direction: Match column A with Column B by writing the letter of the correct
answer in your quiz notebook.

Column A Column B

1. across the back a. use to measure finished garment 2. center back b.

armhole

3. chest c. arm crease to arm crease to the back

4. tape measure d. arm crease to arm crease at the front

5. upper arm e. distance from nape bone to the bottom of the blouse
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Let Us Study

Word Bank

• Across Shoulder - from shoulder and passing the nape bone to the
other shoulder end.
• Across Back - from arm crease to arm crease at the back.
• Upper Arm - around the armhole.
• Across Chest - from arm crease to arm crease at the front.
• Sleeve - part of a garment attached set into the armhole.

Tape Measure as an Appropriate Measuring Instrument

A tape measure will help you in measuring inches as well as parts of

an inch. The best tape measure used in measuring are made of long, narrow
piece of strong material that does not stretch. The small piece of metal found
at each end of many tape measures is helpful because it keeps the end from
raveling and gives a true edge. The most convenient kind of tape measure is
one that is numbered on both sides with the numbers going in opposite
directions. No matter which end you pick up, you may start measuring from
number one.

Procedure in Checking the Quality of a Blouse

Measuring the Parts of a Blouse

Center Back Length: Lay the garment flat and measure from the
collar or neck seam to the bottom of the garment down the center
back.

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Across Shoulder: Lay the garment flat with natural fold at shoulder and
measure from the point where seams should meet the top of armholes
straight across the shoulder and back from left side to right side.
Across Back: Lay the garment flat and place the zero point of the tape
measure on the collar seam at the center back neck of the garment. Then,
measure straight across from armhole seam to armhole seam.

Upper Arm: Lay the sleeve flat and move the body at the garment to
illuminate all wrinkles under the arm where the sleeves join the body.

Across Chest: Place the zero point of the tape measure on the neck seam
where it joins the shoulder seam with the tape measure straight across
the armhole to armhole at 5 inches mark on the first tape measure.

Bust/Chest: Measure the straight bust/chest across from top of the left
side seam where sleeve joins the armhole.
Waist: Lay the garment flat and measure from side at the narrowest point
measure 20 cm. from armhole joining.
Sleeve: Lay the garment flat with sleeve and shoulder of the garment.
Measure from where shoulder seams meet the neck seam. Along the
shoulder and down the center of the sleeve following the contour of
shoulder and sleeve all the way to the desired length.

Collar Length: Undo all buttons and lay the collar flat so that the inside
of the garment is towards you. Measure from the stitches of the button
along the center of the collar stand to the end of the buttonholes nearest
to the front of the garment.
Let’s answer.

Direction: Answer concisely in your activity/quiz notebook into two or

three sentences only.

1. Why do we need to consider the analysis and characteristics a

well-constructed garment? How do this skill help you as a

beginner sewer.

Let Us Practice
Activity 1. Sewing Unit of Construction
Direction: Given the tools and materials, you are to Sew the following
techniques in clothing construction on pieces of fabrics.

Note: Make sure to document your work by taking pictures or videos

and send it to your teacher via email, messenger.
Supplies/Materials: Pins and Pin cushion, thread, zipper
Tools/Equipment : Flat Iron, Pressing Board, scissors, hand needle,
seam ripper

Special Instruction:

1. Prepare all the material, tools and equipment in the activity. 2.

Sew the following techniques in clothing construction on pieces of
fabrics. Label your work and submit it to your teacher.
a. stay-stitching the neckline, shoulder and armhole
b. sewing darts
c. seam with edge-stitched finish
d. attaching a zipper
e. making a buttonhole and attaching a button
f. making a hem
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Performance Criteria Checklist on Sewing Unit of Construction
CRITERIA Yes NO

1. Was the stay stitching on the neckline, collar,

and armhole properly stitched?

2. Was the dart accurately sewn?

3. Was the seam with edge-stitched finish

equally sewn and trimmed?
 4. Was attached zipper correctly done and sewn
according to the standard specification?
5. Was the button and buttonholes properly made

and stitched accordingly to the job specification? 6.

Is the hem properly stitched showing its good
characteristics?

Let Us Practice More

Activity 2. Crossword Puzzle.

Let Us Remember
Quality in a garment must be the primary concern of every
dressmaker or tailor. It is where accuracy and creativity can be best
applied.

Let Us Assess
Multiple Choices
Direction: Choose the correct answer from the options under each item.
Write the letter of your answer in your quiz notebook.
1. The thread used in sewing a garment should match the color of
the__________________.
a. accents
 b. buttons
c. collars
d. fabric
2. Sewed darts in a blouse are/have________________.
a. Alike in both sides
b. Balance
c. Gradually tapered
d. Puckered

3. A well-constructed buttonholes must

be_________________. a. appropriately located
b. attached properly
c. bulky
d. smooth
4. _________________ is NOT standard in attaching set-in
sleeve. a. Balance
b. Ease
c. No wrinkles
d. With wrinkles
5. The seams of a blouse should have the following characteristics
EXCEPT________________________.
a. Correctly placed
b. Edges finished
c. Flat
d. Well turned corner

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Let Us Enhance
Activity 3. Fault Analysis

Direction: Select a blouse, skirt, and dress in your closet. Assess these
garments by answering the following questions to help you check a finished
blouse. Put check mark in Yes if the blouse meets the given standard. Put
check mark in No if it does not meet the standard
Note: One checklist for each item.

Rubric for Scoring

CRITERIA Yes NO

Knowledge:

1. Is the blouse well fitted?

2. Are sleeves of correct length?

 3. Is the bust too light? Too loose?

4. Is the shoulder seam straight?

5. Is the hem evenly and inconspicuously made?

6. Is the total appearance of blouse beautiful?

Speed:

1. Finished ahead of time

2. Finished on time

3. Finished but late by three minutes

4. Finished but late by more than 3 minutes

5. Did not finish

Assistance required:

1. Did not need assistance

2. Needed assistance once

3. Needed assistance twice

4. Needed assistance four to five times

5. Needed assistance every time

Let Us Reflect
Activity 3. Reflection Journal Writing

Direction: Answer the question concisely.

1. What is the importance of identifying common faults in a garment for
you as a dressmaker?
 POST TEST
Direction: Read and comprehend the questions below and choose the
correct the answer by writing your answer on your quiz activity notebook. 1.
The thread used in sewing a garment should match the color of
the_______________.
a. accent
b. button
c. collars
d. fabric
2. Sewed darts in a blouse are/have______________.
a. alike in both sides
b. balance
c. gradually tapered
d. puckered

3. A well-constructed buttonholes must be ____________.

a. appropriately located.
b. attached properly
c. bulky
d. smooth
4. _________________ is NOT a standard of a set-in sleeve?
a. Balance
b. Ease
c. No wrinkles
d. With wrinkle
5. The seam of the blouse should have the following characteristics
EXCEPT_____________.
a. correctly placed
b. edge finished
c. flat
d. well-turned corner

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Answer key to Activities
Lesson 1 Assessing Finished/ Completed
Work
A 5.
D 4.
D 3.
A 2.
D 1.

Let Us
Assess
D 5.
D 4.
D 5. A 3.
C 4. C 2.
A 3.
C 2.
A 1.
D 1.
References Post Test
Test - Pre
 Compiled
Instruction
Sheets in
Garment
Trades 401

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Guzman, Inc. A. Suratos, Cesar P. Technology and Home Economics

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K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood
Education Industrial Arts Home Economics Agricultural
Entrepreneurship 2

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 References
Compiled Instruction Sheets in Garment Trades 401

Mabel D. Erwin, Clothing for Moderns, Professor Emeritus of Clothing and

Textiles
Texas Technological College; The Macmillan Company, New York
Leticia S. Navarro, et al, Homecoming for You and Me, Abiva Publishing
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Education and Skills Development Authority, Dressmaking NCII Basic

tps://Lrmds. Deped.gov.ph
K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood
Education Industrial Arts Home Economics Agricultural
Entrepreneurship 2

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Para sa mga katanungan o puna, sumulat o tumawag

sa: Department of Education – Region XI (DepEd- XI)

F. Torres St., Davao City

Telefax: (082) 291-1665; (082) 221-6147

Email Address: regionxi@deped.gov.ph * lrms.regionxi@deped.gov.ph