Grainline
How far should you draw your grainline?
Edge to edge, including seam allowance
Can 1 notch match 2 notches?
No, always a pair
Before you cut your paper pattern out, what should you double check?
Your measurements
Where to place grainline on a symmetrical front pattern?
Center
Can 1 notch match nothing (no notch)?
No. Always a pair.
When you walk your side seams together and you notice inconsistent notches what should you do?
Determine what the right or wrong notches are and correct it
Where to place grainline on a back with a seam?
Closest to Center Back
How many notches are on a Center Back?
2
If your side seams do not walk, what should you do?
Remeasure and determine the correct length
Can Seam Allowance line and Grainline be shared? Why?
No. Sew on Seam Allowance. Pick grainline out on actual muslin.
How far away is a double notch (ie back notch)?
1/4" away. Use the head of the notcher, notch your 1st notch, then slip to the edge of the notcher to see the 1/4" mark.
If you rush to sew, but you did not double check your patterns, what will happen?
Pattern AND muslin will be WRONG
If you had a side panel for a skirt, how would you find the grainline?
Half of Hip, Half of Hem. Draw arrow alllll the way up-- will not be center of waist
Why do you need a CF notch?
What do you label for your patterns-- name them all
Style Name
Style #
Piece Part
Cut Amount
Fabric
Size
Date
Name