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THROOP POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE 33
!iminar,Y study in designing for the dressmaking course will be
done. X eatness and accuracy are demanded in aU work.
lDressmaking
Two periods each day. Pupils must complete the plain sevving
course before entering this class, the work of which includes the
following: ,
(a) Taking measures for drafting; drafting tight-fitting
basque with bias darts; cntting, fitting, and finishing waists; trimming
and draping the same; putting on collars and revers; drafting,
cutting and making sleeves; cutting gored and circular skirts; lining,
interlining and hanging them.
(b) Choice of materials, cost, amount, harmony of colors;
:lppropriateness of dress to individual; practical experience in shopping.
(c) Matching stripes, plaids and figured goods; fitting stout
figures.
(d) During the year a house jacket, a waist, a lined dress
skirt and a gown mu!>t be made by each pupil.