Pattern markings

• Grain line 


  This symbol means you must place your fabric grain in line with the arrow. This will vary depending on different garments

  
• Fold line


  Place your pattern on the fold of a fabric. E.g. if you were creating a sweetheart neckline that needed to be symmetrical.

  
• Notches 


  Helps you align your patterns and show where you need to join pattern pieces.

  
• Button holes


  Indicate where a button hole would need to be sewn.

  
• Symbols


  Often shown as dots, squares or shapes. Indicate where a pattern will connect to a seam.

  
• Adjustment line


  Allows you to adjust the length of a garment dependant on the user.

  
• Stitching line


  Shows you where to cut and sew your garment.

  
• Darts


  Shows you where to add a dart to shape the garment.