What happens if you cut a piece of cloth?

Answer: Cutting of a cloth piece is a physical change because it does not change the chemical composition of cloth and the change is only in the state, size, shape, colour, texture or the smell of some or all of the substances that undergo a physical change.

What do you use to cut fabric?

Scissors. The most common scissors used for cutting fabric are dressmakers shears, which have a bent handle. This makes it easier to keep the fabric laying flat while you cut. Use your scissors only for fabric to keep them nice and sharp.

How do you cut long fabric straight?

To cut it straight is very easy. You can take a ruler with a 90-degree angle (if you have one). Lay the ruler on the fabric so that one its side lines up with the selvage edge and the other side crosses the fabric at a 90-degree angle. Hold the ruler firmly and draw a line with a marker.

How do we fold the fabric when cutting?

Fold your fabric in half lengthwise so the 2 selvages meet. There should be no wrinkles in the fabric. Keep in mind the shop may not have cut your fabric straight so the tops may not meet perfectly.

What size sewing pattern do I need?

On most commercial patterns, your pattern size is determined by 3 measurements- bust, waist, and hips. If you circle your sizes, and you find that your bust lands in size 12, but your waist lands in size 14, go with size 14. You will want to do this for good reason.

How do I know my clothes size?

How to Determine Your Dress Size

1. Measure your bust. You’ll need to measure the fullest part of your bust to get the proper measurement.
2. Measure your waist. Bend to one side (doesn’t matter which) and find your waist’s natural crease.
3. Measure your hips.
4. Look at a size chart.
5. Convert numbers to letters for sizing.