Y3 Module 2 Preparing and Cutting Materials For Men's Casual Apparel

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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-
VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-
VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
Unit of Competency: Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s

Casual Apparel
Module no. 2 Module Title: Preparing and Cutting Materials for
Men’s Casual Apparel
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Module 2. Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s Casual Apparel

Pre-test .....................................................................................................................1
Learning Outcome 1. Preparing Materials/Fabric ...................................................3
Pre-Test ................................................................................................................... 3
Let Us Study ............................................................................................................3
 Preparing the Materials for Cutting .............................................................4
 Steps in Soaking and Drying.......................................................................7
 Pressing Tips ................................................................................................7
 Kinds of Fastener .........................................................................................8
 Kinds of Trimmings .....................................................................................8
How Much Have You Learned? ..............................................................................9
Let Us Apply What You Have Learned ...................................................................9
Learning Outcome 2. Laying Out and Marking Pattern on the Material / Fabric
Pretest .....................................................................................................................11
Let Us Study ..........................................................................................................12
 Fabric Layout .............................................................................................12
 Pattern Layout for Polo Shirt .....................................................................13
 Fabric Folds ...............................................................................................14
 Techniques in Pinning Pattern Pieces on the Fabric ..................................15
 Transferring Construction Marks ...............................................................16
 Pockets for Men’s Apparel ........................................................................16
How Much Have You Learned? ............................................................................18
Let Us Apply What You Have Learned .................................................................18
Learning Outcome 3. Cutting Materials

Pretest .....................................................................................................................20
Let Us Study ..........................................................................................................21
 Cutting Garment Pieces .............................................................................21
 Pointer on How to Cut Fabrics...................................................................21
Key to Correction ...................................................................................................24
Post Test .................................................................................................................25
Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-
VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-
VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
Unit of Competency: Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s

Casual Apparel
Module no. 2 Module Title: Preparing and Cutting Materials for
Men’s Casual Apparel
MODULE 2
QUALIFICATION TITLE : GARMENTS NC II
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PREPARE AND CUT MATERIALS

FOR MEN’S CASUAL
APPAREL
MODULE TITLE : PREPARING AND CUTTING

MATERIALS FOR MEN’S
CASUAL APPAREL
NOMINAL DURATION : 75 HRS.
GARMENTS NC II
WHAT IS THIS MODULE ABOUT?
This module covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required in

preparing and cutting materials for men’s casual apparel. It includes
laying out of patterns, pinning, marking, and cutting of the material or
fabric.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
After completing the module, you should be able to:

a. prepare materials/fabrics;
b. lay out and mark patterns on materials / fabrics; and
c. cut materials.
WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?
Let us see how much you already know about preparing materials.
Select your answer from the given options on each item. Write your
answers in you quiz notebook.
Pre-test
I. Identification: Fill in each blank the correct answer. Write the answer
in your quiz notebook.
____1. It is done with the material folded in a basin of water.

____2. The up and down motion of an iron used.
____3. It is an additional ornament on the bare fabric.
____4. It is done to straighten grain lines necessary before cutting.
____5. A piece of bone, metal, plastic used to fasten a garment by
inserting through a buttonhole or loop.
____6. It is a distinctive emphasis on a dress.
____7. A pocket found on the outer part of the garment.
____8. It is the correct way of placing pattern pieces on the fabric for
cutting.
____9. It is a pouch attached to the garment that can serve as an accent.
____10. Those of which the edges of the slash are finished with
another strip of fabric.
II. Multiple Choice: Select the letter of the correct answer. Write your
answers in your quiz notebook.
1. A tool with bent handles and blade used for cutting the fabric is
called__________________.
a. pinking shears
b. seam ripper
c. scissors
d. shears
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2. A space provided between the cutting line and the seam line.
a. lay out
b. pinning
c. plain seam
d. seam allowance
3. Following directions correctly and using tools properly will make the
cutting of fabric_________________.
a. beautiful
b. easy
c. prepared
d. silt
4. All of these are the guidelines in cutting garment pieces
EXCEPT__________________________.
a. putting the cut part aside but do not remove the pins and
pattern to keep this ready for marking
b. keeping all scraps of cloth for future use
c. transferring marks on the wrong side of the cloth
d. walking around the table as you cut the fabric
5. A tool used to cut pattern pieces, threads, trimming seam and cutting
buttonholes is_________________.
a. seam ripper
b. a pair of shears
c. a pair of scissors
d. none of the above
III. Directions: Tell whether the following steps are correct or incorrect.
1. Pin the fabric with an interval of 13cm.

2. Place pin in horizontal direction.
3. Fabric should be kept flat on the table.
4. Knowing the most economical way of laying out the pattern pieces on
the fabric will avoid the possibility of fabric wastage.
5. Off-center crosswise fold is done with the row edges meeting at the
center.
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LESSON 1
PREPARING MATERIALS/FABRICS
WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?
The lesson deals on how to soak, dry, straighten and press fabrics
in accordance with the fabric care standard. It also includes selecting
appropriate fastener and accent in accordance with the specified garment
style and design.
At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. soak, dry, straighten and press fabric in accordance with the
fabric care standard and
2. select appropriate fastener and accent in accordance with the
specified garment style and design.
I. Identification. Identify the correct answer. Write your answers in your

quiz notebook.
1. It is done to straighten grainlines necessary before cutting.

2. It is done with the material folded in a basin of water.
3. It is lifting and lowering motion of an iron used to smooth seam.
4. This refers to the material is hung without squeezing or wringing.
5. These are devices used to close the openings of garments and facilitate
their wearing.
6. This refers to distinctive emphasis on a dress.
7. A small knob secured to an article and is used as a fastener by passing
it through a buttonhole or loop.
8. It is an additional ornament to the garment.
LET US STUDY
Words to study
 Accent – a distinctive emphasis on a dress

 Fasteners - devices used to close the openings of garments
and facilitate their wearing.
 Trimming – any ornamental addition to the garment. It is
also used to enhance or add beauty to the
garment.
 Wringing – to wrist or squeeze the cloth with force
 Grainlines – the direction of fabric threads
 Wrinkle – crease in clothes
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Preparing the Materials for Cutting
Let us recall the parts of a fabric so you will never be confused

during the discussion of this lesson.
Selvage - the finished edge of the fabric running lengthwise or on the

sides of the fabric. There is a selvage on both lengthwise edges
of woven fabrics.
Lengthwise thread - the thread running parallel to the selvage. The

lengthwise threads are stronger than the crosswise.
Crosswise thread - the thread running at right angle or perpendicular

to the selvage. These threads are usually slightly weak than
the lengthwise threads.
True bias - the diagonal of a perfect square of fabric. The bias line
makes 45 degree angle with the lengthwise and crosswise
threads.
Fabrics also come in various widths. They can be purchased on

textile stores. You will purchase and prepare a fabric that fits the job
requirement/ specifications of your client. Here is a table showing the
different widths of fabrics.
Inches Centimeters
35” – 36” 90 cm
39” 100 cm
44” 45” 115 cm
48” 122 cm
50” 127 cm
54” – 56” 140 cm
68” – 70” 175 cm
72” 180 cm
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Since patterns are already drafted, you can now lay out pattern on
your available fabrics. This will enable you to compute for the exact
yardage of the fabric to be purchased for the project.
Your knowledge on how to identify wrong from right side can also
be useful in purchasing the fabric. Look at the illustration below.
Obviously, the first step to be taken before beginning the work is to

straighten the fabric. There are various ways of making fabric ends
straight.
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Pull a strand along the crosswise grain then cut following the line
created by the pulled thread.
To Straighten Difficult fabrics
Fabrics that are difficult to straighten needs to fasten the edges

flatly on a table. You may use a pushed pin in fastening its sides.
Before cutting the materials observe the different stages of

preparation like:
Pre-shrinking Stage
1. Soaking – when material is folded in a

basin of water
2. Drying – when the material is hung without squeezing or wringing
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3. Straightening – when the material is straightened

of grainlines before cutting
4. Pressing – when the wrinkled parts caused by

improper hanging are pressed
Steps in Soaking and Drying
1. Make the fabric thread and grain perfect.

2. Fold .fabric lengthwise, wrong side out, and selvages end together.
3. Fold crosswise several times.
4. Moisten fabric in a basin of water.
5. Soak the fabric for six to twelve hours or overnight until fabric is
thoroughly wet.
6. Squeeze out excess water. Avoid wringing.
7. Absorb excess water by rolling fabric in towel.
8. Unfold fabric flat on the table making sure that ends are straight.
9. Dry fabric flat on table.
10. Smooth with hands from selvage to fold.
Pressing Tips
1. Unplug steam iron when you fill it with water.

2. Set iron in heel stand when not in use.
3. Test iron temperature on a scrap of fabric.
4. Press with the grainline of the fabric.
5. Press on the wrong side whenever possible.
6. Do not press over pin. This scratches the iron and also leaves a
mark on many fabrics.
7. Do not over press.
8. Unplug iron after using it.
Fasteners are also an important detail in garment construction

that is why it needs to be selected carefully by a dressmaker. Fasteners
are used to close the openings of garments and facilitate their wearing.
They are made in different sizes and strengths. Fasteners range from
different sizes. A non-sew snaps provide a good alternative to
buttonholes of many casual garments.
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Kinds of Fastener
1. Buttons – the most popular fasteners. They may also be used as

decorations. Buttons may be made from shells, bones,
metals, woods or plastics. There are two types of buttons:
(1) the shank and (2) the sew-through. The shank has a
solid top and is sewed to the garment in its lower portion.
The sew-through has holes through which the button is
sewed.
2. Zipper – a closure made of metal or nylon chains attached to the
tape so that it can be stitched into a placket.
3. Hook and eye – a fastener that comes with straight eyes for lapped
edges.
4. Snaps – a two-part (socket and ball) fasteners with limited holding
power
Kinds of Trimmings
Rickrack – a gag finish for cotton clothes. It is invariably used to

provide contrast on dresses.
Appliqué – flowers and motifs can be cut from lace or figured fabrics
and placed on garments for decoration. Lace motifs are
usually used on net or sheer fabrics.
Binding – a functional finish used to hold the unfinished edges of a
garment to make it firm and trim. It is narrow and made of
soft fabric.
Gathers – appear on necklines, waistlines, hiplines, and sleeves
Often, they are repeated twice or thrice in one dress.
Tucks – appear attractive on light and medium-weight materials
especially on sheer materials because of the light-and-
shadow effect they give. They are easy to make on materials
that crease well
Pockets – made using one or two layers of fabric cut in the desired
shape and placed on the right side of the garment and set
into a garment opening or seams
Yoke – a part of the garment fitted close to the shoulder, hips, or
other parts of the body as a support for other parts
LET US REMEMBER
In preparing material/fabric, pre-shrinking must be done first. It

includes soaking, drying, straightening, and pressing.
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HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?
1. What are the parts, different fabric widths and kind of materials is
suitable for men’s apparel?
__________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________.
2. How are fabrics prepared before cutting?
__________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________.
3. Why is fabric care important?
__________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________.
4. What are the commonly used accessories for men’s apparel?
__________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________.
5. Why is fastener important on garments?
__________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________.
LET US APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED
Activity 1
Perform the following steps in fabric preparation. Be guided by the

items to be checked in your performance.
A. Soaking
B. Drying
C. Straightening
D. Pressing of fabric
Checklist for Evaluation
Evaluate your performance by putting a check ( ) in appropriate

column.
Items Yes No
Following correct procedure in soaking fabric
 Moistened fabric in a basin of water
Drying
 Squeezed of excess water
 Dried fabric flat on the table
Straightening (Has been done on the following)
 Folded selvages end together
 Pulled of threads in horizontal direction
Pressing
 Set iron temperature
 Pressed the grainline of the fabric
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Activity 2
Be ready to present several types of fasteners and accents for

men’s polo shirt.
Checklist in Evaluating Selected Fasteners
Items to be Evaluated Yes No

Selected fastener appropriate for men’s polo shirt.
Color of the fastener matched with the color of the polo
shirt materials.
The fastener complimented the design of the garment.
RESOURCES:
Fabrics
Basin
Water
Flat iron
Ironing board/Pressing tools and equipment
Clips
Clothes line
Laundry supplies
REFERENCES:
Julia G. Cruz, Gloria Duran, Home Economics IV Philippines, Copyright

1998, Andriana Publishing Co. Inc., p 284
Clothing I, Philippines, Copyright 1992, p. 68
English Leo James, U.S.A. Kalayaan Press Mktg., Copyright 1977.
Key to Correction
1. Straightening
2. Soaking
3. Pressing
4. Drying
5. Fastener
6. Accent
7. Button
8. Trimmings
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LESSON 2
LAYING OUT AND MARKING PATTERN ON THE MATERIAL/FABRIC
The lesson deals with the laying out and marking of pattern
materials on the table parallel to the grainline and positions of pattern
pieces in accordance with the fabric design or style, tracing and marking
of pocket locations.
At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. lay out and mark pattern pieces on the fabric in accordance to the
workplace procedure;
2. position pattern pieces manually in accordance with the fabric
design/style;
3. mark seam allowances on the fabric in accordance with the job
requirements; and
4. trace darts and pocket locations in accordance with the specified
garment style.
Pre-test
I. Identification: Write the correct answer in your quiz notebook.

_____ 1. It is a pocket found on the outer part of the garment.
_____ 2. It is a pouch attached to the garment that can serve as an
accent.
_____ 3. A kind of fabric fold in a lengthwise direction.
_____ 4. It is used to finish or bind the edges of the slash in the garment.
_____ 5. It is the correct way of placing pattern pieces on the fabric for
cutting.
II. True or False: Tell whether the following steps are correct or
incorrect. Write the answer in your quiz notebook.
______1. Pin the fabric with an interval of 13cm.

______2. Place pins in a horizontal direction.
______3. Fabrics should be kept flat on the table.
______4. Knowing the most economical way of laying out the pattern
pieces on the fabric will avoid the possibility of fabric wastage.
______5. Off-center crosswise fold is done with the raw edges meeting at
the center.
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LET US STUDY
Words to Study
 Pattern – a device used by a dressmaker in sewing a garment

 Lay out – the way the pattern pieces are placed on the fabric
for cutting
 Grainline – the crosswise and lengthwise direction of thread.
 Estimate – to form an approximate opinion of size, amount, or
number
FABRIC LAYOUT
Economy is one virtue worth developing in one’s life. Economy may

mean wise spending of resources, material or non-material. In buying the
materials you need for your sewing project, it is important to remember
that you buy only what you need. The less money you spend on a project
without sacrificing the quality, the cheaper your project will be. This can
easily be done by coming up with good estimate of the fabric yardage
needed. Another way is to have a concrete knowledge of fabric layout.
Knowing the most economical way of laying out the pattern pieces on the
fabric will avoid the possibility of fabric wastage.
Kinds of Fabric Layout
1. 36 inches width: two-way layout with all the pattern pieces placed in
the correct position
2. 54 inch-width with two-way folded layout
3. One way layout a 36 inch-width with selvages
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4.An open layout on 27 inch-width with two way
5. a. 36 inch-width – a wasteful layout in a lengthwise fold

b. An economical folded full width layout
6. A folded full width layout on 36 inches – back bodice first cut on the
lengthwise fold
7. If you are cutting from a single layer of cloth, lay out the pattern piece
once right side up and a second time wrong side up
8. Refold the fabric for the pattern pieces that are narrow and that are to
be cut on a fold
9. Position the widest part of the pattern toward the cut end of the fabric.
Use pins sparingly
10. If you are using plain fabrics, match the design on seamlines to give a
continuous effect
Pattern Layout for Polo Shirt
Before attempting to layout pattern on the material, be sure to

prepare the following tools, equipment and materials needed:
Cutting table
Bent handled dressmaker’s shears
Pins and pin cushion
Layout plan
Final patterns (pressed)
Fabrics (pressed)
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Legend:
1A -Front Body Left Side

1B -Front Body Right Side 4A-Collar
2-Back Body 4B-Collar
3A- Shoulder Yoke 5-Pocket
3B- Shouder Yoke 6-Sleeve
Fabric Folds
Before pinning the pattern pieces to the fabric, experiment first on
the best fabric fold to use. This will depend partly on the width of your
cloth and your design.
Kinds of Fabric Folds
There are four kinds of fabric folds. Deciding on the kind of fold to
use is based on the width of the fabric and the design of the garment.
1. Lengthwise Centerfold. The fabric is folded lengthwise at the center

with the selvages together.
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2. Crosswise Centerfold. The fabric is folded crosswise at the center with

the raw edges together.
3. Off-Center Lengthwise Fold. The fabric is folded with the selvage

meeting at the center.
4. Off-Center Crosswise Fold. The fabric is folded with the raw edges
meeting at the center.
Techniques in Pinning Pattern Pieces on the Fabric
1. Fabrics should be kept flat on the table when pinning. Do not lift it
from the table or place left hand under it.
2. Place pins perpendicular to the edges of the pattern.
3. Place the pins about 1.5 cm. from the edge, because the shears will be
changed and will have jagged edges when this cuts through the pins.
4. Pin the fabric in an interval of 13 cm. Too many pins on the cloth tend
to wrinkle it. The pattern will not get out of place when it is cut if
more pins are placed along curved edges.
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Providing Seam Allowances for Polo Shirt
Transferring Construction Marks
Construction marks are guides in sewing and must therefore be

clearly, neatly, and properly transferred from the patterns to the cloth. In
transferring construction marks, the following tools are needed:
a. Tracing wheel
b. Tracing paper or carbon paper
c. Pencil
d. Ruler
e. Tailor’s chalk
The transferring of marks is facilitated through various methods

such as:
a. Ruler, pencil, and tracing paper method

b. Tracing wheel, ruler, and tracing paper method
c. Tailor’s chalk and ruler method
d. Tailor’s chalk and thumb note
Pockets for Men’s Apparel
Pocket is a small bag or pouch attached to a garment. It is used to

secure money, handkerchiefs or wallet. Sometimes pockets are used for
decoration. Pocket is not only an accent of the design but also an accent
of the figure depending on its design.
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Kinds of Pocket
1. Patch pockets – are placed on the outside of the garment. They are
made from the fashion fabric, can be lined or unlined
and may be attached either by machine or by hand.
They can be square, rectangular, pointed or curved
and may be decorated with topstitching, lace or braid
trims, or construction details such as tucks.
2. Bound Pockets – are those where the edges of the slash are finished
with another strip of fabric
Parts of Pocket
1. Facing - a piece of cloth attached to the pocket mouth

2. Fold line - a line where the fall is indicated
3. Pocket bag - the bag of the pocket
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LET US REMEMBER
A dressmaker must be flexible in choosing the kind of fabric

folds to be used in every layout but not deviating from what is
required by the sewing job. An adequate amount of fabric is ensured
by making
HOW a trial YOU
MUCH HAVE placement of all the pattern pieces before cutting.
LEARNED?
1. How do we lay out and mark pattern on fabric?
________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________.
2. How do we mark seam on fabric?
________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________.
3. Why is there a need to make seam allowances on the fabric?
________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________.
4. How will you identify pocket location on men’s polo shirt?
________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________.
Individual Activity: Actual Pattern Laying out of Actual Pattern
1. Arrange pattern on the fabric.

2. Mark the materials.
3. Mark all stitching lines.
4. Mark seam allowances.
Rating Scale for Evaluating the Pattern Layout
Below is a checklist in evaluating your laid-out pattern on the

material. Indicate a check (√) on the proper column to evaluate your
performance.
Fabric Folds Used Yes No

Applied the fabric folds
 Lengthwise Centerfold
 Off-center Lengthwise Fold
 Crosswise Center Fold
Pinned pattern pieces on the fabric
 Fabric was kept flat on the table
 Pins were placed perpendicular to the edges of the
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pattern
 Fabric was pinned with an interval of 13 cm.
Transferred construction marks
Methods Used:
Ruler, pencil and tracing paper
Tracing wheel, ruler and tracing paper
Tailor’s chalk and ruler
Marked seam allowances marked properly and neatly
RESOURCES:
 Tracing wheel
 Tracing paper
 Tailor’s chalk
 Pencil
 Cutting Table
 Tracing Board
 Pins
 Pin Cushion
 Ruler
REFERENCES:
Dr. Cristina A. Villanueva et al., Effective Technology and Home

Economics, Philippine Copyright, 1997, Adriano Publishing Co.
Inc., p.95
Julia G. Cruz, Gloria Duran, Home Economics IV, Philippine Copyright
1998, Adriano Publishing Co. Inc.,pp. 285-286
Reader’s Digest Complete Guide for Sewing, McCalls, Sewing in Colour,
London, Homlyn Publishing Group, Copyright1964, p. 30
Readers Digest, Complete Guide to Sewing, Pleasant ville, New
York/Montreal, Copyright 1976, pp. 274-276, p. 285.
Key to Correction
I.
1. Patch pocket
2. Pocket
3. Lengthwise fold
4. Bound pocket
5. Layouting
II.
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. T
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LESSON 3
CUTTING MATERIALS
This lesson deals on the use of appropriate cutting tools and the
manner of cutting fabric as prescribed in the set of standards for cutting.
At the end of the lesson, you are expected to:

1. identify tools used to cut the fabric;
2. follow the pointers on how to cut the fabric; and
3. cut the fabric as prescribed in the set standard for cutting.
Pre-test
I. Multiple Choice: Select the letter of the correct answer. Write the
1. It is a tool with bent handles and blade used in cutting the fabric.
a. pinking shears
b. seam ripper
c. scissors
d. shears
2. It is a space provided between the cutting line and the seam line.
a. layouting
b. pinning
c. plain seam
d. seam allowance
3. It is a pair of scissors used to cut pattern pieces, threads, trimming
seams and cutting buttonholes.
a. seam ripper
b. shears
c. scissors
4. This is NOT a guideline in cutting garment pieces.
a. putting the cut part aside but do not remove the pins and pattern
to keep this ready for marking.
b. keeping all scraps of cloth for future use.
c. walking around the table as you cut the fabric.
d. transferring marks on the wrong side of the cloth.
5. This will be the result in cutting the fabric if directions are followed
correctly and tools are used properly.
a. beautiful
b. easy
c. prepared
d. slip
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LET US STUDY
Words to Study
 Binding - a strip protecting or ornamenting an edge

 Blunt - having a thick end or edge
 Clip - a ¼ inch cut before the seam allowance to make the curved
parts of garments lie flat
 Cutting - the process of separating pieces of fabrics after patterns
were layout
 Layout - a piece of pattern placed on the cloth/fabric before cutting
 Notch - v- shaped cut in a fabric used to mark centerlines and end
of seamlines
 Parallel - to place straight edges in line with each other
Cutting Garment Pieces
Garment construction is not difficult if the needed body

measurements are taken accurately, patterns are well-prepared, laid out,
pinned correctly on selected fabrics. Garment pieces are also properly cut
with appropriate tools.
Appropriate Cutting Tools Used in Fabrics
1. Shears – a tool used for cutting the fabric which has bent handles
usually made of 6”-12” length; 7”-8” are used most often
2. Scissors – come in 5” and 6” lengths. One blunt point prevents the
snagging of fabrics when trimming.
Pointers on How to Cut Fabrics:
1. Keep the ends and sides of the material parallel with the table edges at
all times so that the grain never shafts.
2. Walk around the table as you cut.
3. Do not pick the cloth up from the table. Slip the left hand between the
cloth and the table.
4. Cut exactly even with the edge of the pattern.
5. Cut notches outward or make short (1/4) clip instead.
6. Do not use pinking shears to cut out the garment.
7. Look over the guide sheet to find out if extra pieces will be needed in
finishing such as shaped facing, bias, binding, straight bands for cuffs,
or rectangles for piped buttonholes.
8. Cut all pieces before marking or basting. Try to get the markings all
done before removing the work from the table.
9. Do not remove the pattern until you are ready to work on each piece.
10. Discard small scraps of fabrics and collect those you wish to save in
net bundle.
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LET US REMEMBER
The success of a dressmaker or tailor depends on his/her

ability to follow directions accurately and use tools and fabric
properly.
1. What appropriate tools are used in cutting?

_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
2. How do you cut the fabric properly?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
3. Why should we use appropriate and sharp shears in cutting?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Task 1
Perform actual cutting of fabric for polo shirt according to the

prescribed standard for cutting.
Followed Slightly Did not Score

the correct followed follow the
Score card procedure the correct procedure
procedure
5 3 1
Preparing Cut Parts:
Used both hands to
anchor work flat on the
table.
Separated the big units
with the small unit.
Placed the cloth parts flat
on the table.
Labeled the units to avoid
confusion in sewing.
Placed the garment pieces
at the right side of the
sewing machine table.
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Pinning:
Used pin cushion and
sharp pins.
Held the work up and
insert pins at right angles
on the seam line of both
layers.
RESOURCES:
Materials/Fabrics
Cutting Shears
References/Textbook
Cutting table
Weight
Pins
Pin Cushion
Personal Protective Equipment
Small tray for cut out parts
REFERENCES:
Erwin, Mabel D., Clothing for Moderns, the Macmillan Company,

Newyork, U.S.A., Copyright 1949, p.284
Reader’s Digest Association, Pleasantville, New York, Montreal Copyright
1976, p.9
KEY TO CORRECTION
1.d
2.d
3.c
4.d
5.b
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Post-test
I. Identification: Fill in each blank the correct answer. Write the answer
in your quiz notebook.
____1. It is done with the material folded in basin of water.

____2. It refers to the up and down motion of an iron used.
____3. It is an additional ornament on the bare fabric.
____4. It is done to straighten grain lines necessary before cutting.
____5. It is a piece of bone, metal, plastic used to fasten a garment by
inserting through a buttonhole or loop.
____6. It is a distinctive emphasis on a dress.
____7. It is a pocket found on the outer part of the garment.
____8. It is the correct way of placing pattern pieces on the fabric for
cutting.
____9. It is a pouch attached to the garment that can serve as an accent.
____10.Those of which the edges of the slash are finished with
another strip of fabric.
II. Multiple Choice: Select the letter of the correct answer. Write your
1. It is a tool with bent handles and blade which is used for cutting the
fabric.
a. pinking shears
b. seam ripper
c. scissors
d. shears
2. It is a space provided between the cutting line and the seam line.
a. lay outing
b. pinning
c. plain seam
d. seam allowance
3. This will be the result on the fabric if directions were correctly followed
and tools were properly used.
a. beautiful
b. easy
c. prepared
d. silt
4. This is NOT a guideline in cutting garment pieces.
a. Putting the cut part aside but do not remove the pins and
pattern to keep this ready for marking
b. Keeping all scraps of cloth for future use
c. Transferring marks on the wrong side of the cloth
d. Walking around the table as you cut the fabric
5. It is a pair of scissors used to cut pattern pieces, threads, trimming
seam and cutting buttonholes.
a. seam ripper
b. shears
c. scissors
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III. True or False: Tell whether the following steps are correct or
incorrect.
1. Pin the fabric with an interval of 13cm.

2. Place pin in horizontal direction.
3. Fabric should be kept flat on the table.
4. Knowing the most economical way of laying out the pattern pieces on
the fabric will avoid the possibility of fabric wastage.
5. Off-center crosswise fold is done with the row edges meeting at the
center.
KEY TO CORRECTION
I. Identification
1. Soaking
2. Pressing
3. Trimming
4. Straightening
5. Buttons
6. Accent
7. Patch pocket
8. Layouting
9. Pocket
10. Bound pocket
II. Multiple Choice

1. d
2. d
3. c
4. d
5. c
III. True or False
1. True
2.False
3. True
4. True
5. True
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Module 2. Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s Casual Apparel
Pre-test .....................................................................................................................1
Learning Outcome 1. Preparing Materials/Fabric ...................................................3
Pre-Test ................................................................................................................... 3
Let Us Study ............................................................................................................3
 Preparing the Materials for Cutting .............................................................4
 Steps in Soaking and Drying.......................................................................7
 Pressing Tips ................................................................................................7
 Kinds of Fastener .........................................................................................8
 Kinds of Trimmings .....................................................................................8
How Much Have You Learned? ..............................................................................9
Let Us Apply What You Have Learned ...................................................................9
Learning Outcome 2. Laying Out and Marking Pattern on the Material / Fabric
Pretest .....................................................................................................................11
Let Us Study ..........................................................................................................12
 Fabric Layout .............................................................................................12
 Pattern Layout for Polo Shirt .....................................................................13
 Fabric Folds ...............................................................................................14
 Techniques in Pinning Pattern Pieces on the Fabric ..................................15
 Transferring Construction Marks ...............................................................16
 Pockets for Men’s Apparel ........................................................................16
Learning Outcome 3. Cutting Materials

Pretest .....................................................................................................................20
Let Us Study ..........................................................................................................21
 Cutting Garment Pieces .............................................................................21
 Pointer on How to Cut Fabrics...................................................................21
Post Test .................................................................................................................24
Key to Correction ...................................................................................................25
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Department of Education wishes to extend thanks and

appreciation to the representatives of the different Secondary Technical-
Vocational Schools who shared their expertise in developing the
Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and Competency Learning Matrix
(CLM) on February 25-29, 2008 and Competency-Based Learning
Materials (CBLM) on April 14-19, 2008, refinement and packaging of
CBLM on May 5-10, 2008 and final repackaging on May 23-25, 2008 at
the Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City and the final
refinement of CBC-CLM-CBLM at the Marikina Hotel, Marikina City on
April 20-25, 2009.
This learning material was developed, enhanced and refined by the

following personnel:
Writeshop on the Development of CBC-CLM
Writers:
 ELORJEN VILLAMAYOR
M. S. Enverga Memorial College of Arts and Trades
 LORENA GENITO
Zamboanga Del Sur School of Arts and Trades
 PURIFICACION RAZON
Don Alejandro Sr. Science and Technology High School
 ROSSANA I. SAGUID
Tanza National High School
 LUZ AGBULUS
Zamboanga del Sur School of Arts and Trades
 JULIE ANNIE M. PESTAÑO

General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
 ANNABELLE R. DE LEON
Tanza National Trade School
 MARIA M. DEL MUNDO

E. Rodriguez Vocational High School
 PRESCILLA RAYOS
Community Vocational High School
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Encoder:
 MYRNA COVILLA
Consultant:
 ROSITA CREDO
TVE Consultant
Writeshop on the Finalization, Packaging and Repackaging of CBC-

CLM-CBLM
 ALVA NALDOZA
General Santos City
 ESTRELINA PALALON
Glan School of Arts and Trades
 FRANCISCA BUMANGLAG
Jones Rural School
 JULIE ANNIE M. PESTAÑO

General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School

Writeshop on the Refinement and Enrichment of CBC-CLM-CBLM of

Arts and Trades Specializations
TVE Writers:
Teacher III
Paradahan I, Tanza, Cavite
Region IV-A

Teacher III
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila
NCR
 MARIA VICTORIA M. FERNANDO
Teacher III
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Pangasinan School of Arts and Trades

Lingayen, Pangasinan
Region I
 NIMFA O. MARMOL
Teacher I
Muntinlupa Business High School
Muntinlupa City
NCR
 DR. MILAGROS M. TORRES

Master Teacher I
Sanchez Mira School of Arts and Trades
Sanchez Mira, Cagayan
Region 02
Academic Writers:
English
 NOVELINE C. TACATA
Teacher III/English Coordinator
Cabarroguis National School of Arts and Trades
Cabarroguis, Quirino
Region 02
 SCHUBERT ANTHONY C. SIALONGO

Master Teacher I
General Leandro Fullon National High School
Hamtic, Antique
Region VI
Science
 DR. CECILIA B. CASTILLO

Head Teacher VI
Siniloan National High School
Siniloan, Laguna
Region IV-A
 TEZA LORRAINE A. MARCOS

Teacher I
AFG Bernardino Memorial Trade School
Marilao, Bulacan
Region III
 EVELYN P. CHAVEZ
Teacher I
Pedro E. Diaz High School
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U.P. Side Subdivision, Alabang, Muntinlupa

NCR
Encoders:
 MIA LORAINE MANUEL

Fairview, Quezon City
Editors:
 ANA LIZA C. CANILANG

Teacher I
Pedro E. Diaz High School
U.P. Side Subdivision, Alabang, Muntinlupa
NCR
Facilitator:
 AIDA T. GALURA
Vocational Secondary Administrator II
Angeles City National Trade School
Angeles City
Region III
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Unit of Competency: Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s

Module 2. Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s Casual Apparel

Learning Outcome 3. Cutting Materials

Republic of the Philippines

Unit of Competency: Prepare and Cut Materials for Men’s

QUALIFICATION TITLE : GARMENTS NC II

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PREPARE AND CUT MATERIALS

MODULE TITLE : PREPARING AND CUTTING

NOMINAL DURATION : 75 HRS.

WHAT IS THIS MODULE ABOUT?

This module covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required in

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

After completing the module, you should be able to:

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

____1. It is done with the material folded in a basin of water.

1. Pin the fabric with an interval of 13cm.

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

I. Identification. Identify the correct answer. Write your answers in your

1. It is done to straighten grainlines necessary before cutting.

 Accent – a distinctive emphasis on a dress

Preparing the Materials for Cutting

Let us recall the parts of a fabric so you will never be confused

Selvage - the finished edge of the fabric running lengthwise or on the

Lengthwise thread - the thread running parallel to the selvage. The

Crosswise thread - the thread running at right angle or perpendicular

Fabrics also come in various widths. They can be purchased on

Obviously, the first step to be taken before beginning the work is to

To Straighten Difficult fabrics

Fabrics that are difficult to straighten needs to fasten the edges

Before cutting the materials observe the different stages of

1. Soaking – when material is folded in a

2. Drying – when the material is hung without squeezing or wringing

3. Straightening – when the material is straightened

4. Pressing – when the wrinkled parts caused by

Steps in Soaking and Drying

1. Make the fabric thread and grain perfect.

1. Unplug steam iron when you fill it with water.

Fasteners are also an important detail in garment construction

1. Buttons – the most popular fasteners. They may also be used as

Rickrack – a gag finish for cotton clothes. It is invariably used to

In preparing material/fabric, pre-shrinking must be done first. It

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

LET US APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

Perform the following steps in fabric preparation. Be guided by the

Checklist for Evaluation

Evaluate your performance by putting a check ( ) in appropriate

Be ready to present several types of fasteners and accents for

Checklist in Evaluating Selected Fasteners

Items to be Evaluated Yes No

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LAYING OUT AND MARKING PATTERN ON THE MATERIAL/FABRIC

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

I. Identification: Write the correct answer in your quiz notebook.

______1. Pin the fabric with an interval of 13cm.