3.3 Clothing Construction Processes

• identify types of pockets used in clothing construction
• explain factors to consider when choosing pockets
• make pockets used in clothing construction
• evaluate qualities of a well-made pocket
• embrace the use of pockets in clothing construction

“How can pockets be creatively made in clothing construction?”

“What influences the choice of a pocket in clothing construction?”

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1. Pockets in clothing
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe the parts of a pocket and its uses.
2. Patch and in-seam pockets
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Identify and compare patch and in-seam pockets.
3. Shapes of patch pockets
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Make patch pockets in round, square and V shapes.
4. Finishing the pocket mouth
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Finish a pocket mouth with a hem, a facing or a flap.
5. Making an in-seam pocket
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Make an in-seam pocket and try different styles.
6. Choosing a pocket
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain the factors to consider when choosing a pocket.
7. Making a patch pocket
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Make a patch pocket following the correct procedure.
8. Attaching pockets to a garment
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Attach a pocket neatly, on grain and securely.
9. Qualities of a well-made pocket
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Evaluate the qualities of a well-made pocket.
10. Pockets: review and display
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Review pockets and display the samples made.