B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL 2018
First Semester
Fashion Technology and Costume Designing
BASIC SEWING TECHNIQUES
(CBCS 2017 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 x 2 20)
Answer all questions.
1. Why is oiling necessary for a sewing machine?
2. What is a press cloth?
3. Darts- Define.
4. What is shirring?
5. Illustrate a bishop sleeve.
6. What is a cap sleeve?
7. List the uses of bias.
8. Define yoke.
9. Define a placket.
10. Classify pockets.
Sub. Code
7BFC1C2
AFS-0386
2
wk 16
Part B x 5 25)
Answer all questions, choosing either or
11. Write short note on marking tools.
Or
Discuss about selection of thread and needle for
various types of fabric.
12. Explain about the types of seams.
Or
Write about seam finishes.
13. Classify sleeves with examples.
Or
How will you prepare pattern for a kimono sleeve?
14. Classify collars. Give examples.
Or
Write a note on bias facing.
15. What are the factors to be considered in selection of
pocket?
Or
Describe the characteristics of a good placket.
AFS-0386
3
wk 16
Part C x 10 30)
Answer any three questions.
16. Explain the parts and functions of a single needle
machine.
17. Write a note on different types of pleats. How will you
calculate material for a box pleat?
18. Explain the different types of skirts and preparation of
pattern for semicircular skirt.
19. How will you draft pattern for a yoke without thickness
and attach the same?
20. Write a note on any two plackets.
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