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Table 8.1: Common pattern markings and their meaning

Printed pattern Printed Perforated Perforated Meanings
symbols pattern symbols
Long, black Three large Place to straight
arrow holes evenly grain of fabric
spaced

Arrow with Two small Place on fold
curved ends holes or three
small holes or
oblong slots
Black sports in Five, seven or Dart, the centre
a triangle with nine holes in a line, shows the
a connecting triangle fold of the dart.
line
Black Edge notched Matching edges
diamonds, once, twice or
along with thrice.
cutting
lines

Broken lines Row of small Hem or
evenly spaced stitching
holes line usually 1.5
cm

Activity 8.1
1. Find a commercial or drafted paper pattern from various sources, identify pattern
markings used, and give their meaning as used in garment construction.

2. Search reliable online sources or from library on how to identify pattern markings
on commercial or drafted paper patterns

Pattern drafting

Pattern drafting is the process of creating a blueprint or template of any garment. It
involves drafting basic block patterns, which can be adapted to obtain any required style.
This creative art requires practice to ensure accuracy in garment making. A pattern maker

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