tle 9

• tape measure- it is used to take body measurements
• ruler- it is used to measure small details
• tailors square- it is used to measure perpendecular lines
• gauge- it is 5-10 cm device
• shirt marker -it is used to measure and mark
• french curve -it is used to draw curved lines
• dressmakers shears -it is used to cut the fabric
• pinking shears -it is used to finish seam edges
• scissors -it is used to cut patterns
• seam ripper -it is used to remove stiches
• thread clipper -it is used to cut the fabric
• buttonhole scissors -it is used to cut buttonholes
• tailors chalk -it is used to mark directly in fabric
• tracing wheel -it is used to transfer marks
• pencil -it is used to transfer perforated marks
• dressmakers tracing paper -it is used to transfer markings
• thimble -it is small cup
• pin cushion -it is used to keep needles
• pins -it is used to join patterns
• emery bag -it is used to keep and sharpens the needles
• needle threader -it is handy device used in passing the thread
• ironing board -it is a padded flat surface
• flat iron -it is used to press the cloth
• sleeve board -it is used to press the seams
• threads -these are filaments twisted
• needles -these are available in different types and sizes
• fasteners -these are used to close the openings of garments
• tapes and bindings -these are used temporarily to hold patterns paper
• zippers -these are fasteners made of metal
• assorted buttons -these are the most popular fasteners
• pattern papers -these are used for pattern drafting
• laces -these are trimmings
• beeswax -these are used to strengthen the thread
• fabrics -these are the material made into garments