3.4 Clothing Construction Processes

• describe types of openings used in clothing construction
• explain factors to consider when choosing openings
• make openings used in clothing construction
• examine qualities of a well-made opening
• appreciate use of openings in clothing construction

“What influences the choice of openings in clothing construction?”

“How are openings used in clothing construction?”

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1. Openings in clothing
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe what an opening is and why garments need openings.
2. Types of openings
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe the four main types of openings.
3. The faced slit opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe and make a faced slit opening.
4. The bound opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe and make a bound opening.
5. The continuous wrap opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe and make a continuous wrap opening.
6. The front opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe front openings and how they are fastened.
7. Choosing an opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain the factors to consider when choosing an opening.
8. Working an opening neatly
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Follow the correct procedure to work an opening.
9. Qualities of a well-made opening
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Examine the qualities of a well-made opening.
10. Openings: review and display
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Review openings and display the samples made.