Pinning for Fit Evaluation

On Campus Short Course Fashion Business Apparel Design and Product Development

Learn how to evaluate the fit of garments in this short 1-day course, and make accurate alteration with correct pinning methods. Be part of this SkillsFuture sewing course today!

Overview

Learn to evaluate the fit of garment and pin garment correctly to indicate the necessary adjustments required or desired for alteration. Correct pinning serves as visual instructions to sewing technicians for fuss free and accurate alteration. Be it for personal skill or to further enhance customer service, learning this unique specialized skill will be enriching.

The Details

  • FOR SKILLSFUTURE CLAIMS

    Registered Title: (Pinning for Fit Evaluation )

    TPGateway Code:TGS-2024042882

  • total hours

    08:00

  • Mode of Learning

    On Campus

Curriculum

Course Duration

SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:08:00 Trainer Facilitated Hours (On Campus/Virtual):07:00 Self-Directed E-learning Hours:00:00 Assessment Hours:01:00
Objectives
  • Identify fit problems when a garment is worn on a human body.
  • Analyse alteration requirements for the garment to rectify problems.
  • Apply proper pinning to the garment to indicate adjustments required.
  • Record adjustment requirements and comments for alteration.
Key Learning Areas
  • Types of body shapes.
  • Points of body measurements.
  • Garment types and finishes.
  • Type of fit and ease.
  • Type of fabrics and characteristics.
  • Pinning techniques on fitted garments.
  • Using a measuring tape.
  • Common pinning hazards.
  • Metric/ Imperial unit measurement conversion.
  • Methods of body measurements.
Certificate Issuance

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be awarded a TaF.tc Certificate in Pinning for Fit Evaluation.

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Items Required For Class

Before your class begins, we'd like you to make sure that you have the following items so that the class can proceed smoothly.

The following items are compulsory for students to bring:

IMPORTANT NOTE: Fabric/Lining requirements are based on standard medium sizing. Please purchase additional yardage for larger sizes.
  • 1 oversized garment that is either too long/wide (to be shortened or tightened).
  • Can be made of knit (stretchy) or woven (non-stretch) fabrics.
    • We advise you to get fabrics that are not too soft and slippery.
    • Additionally, solid color fabric is highly recommended. Clearly mark which is the face and back of the fabric.
    • If you prefer to get prints, please get prints that are non-directional and can be cut in either direction. For example, if you get a dinosaur print, you must make sure the dinosaurs are looking in all different directions and not just one.
  • Tape Measures and Pins - Accessories.

Students are required to bring their Stationery too. The list of stationery has been stated below.

  1. Pen
  2. Correction tape/fluid
  3. 2B Pencil (and sharpener or extra lead depending on type of pencil used)
  4. Eraser/Rubber
  5. 1-inch paper masking tape
  6. Glue stick
  7. Notebook
  8. Calculator

Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper

All students who take TaF.tc's Sewing Courses are required to bring their own Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper for class.

  • Sewing Toolkit - TaF.tc Student Price S$55/set (Retail Price S$70/set).
  • Students can purchase the Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper from SMH Craft [101 Upper Cross St, #03-32 People's Park Centre, S(058357)] and get the Student Price by showing their TaF.tc Student Mobile App.
  • Click here to download the Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper list.
You will need a Laptop OR Computer Or Tablet, whichever you prefer, for viewing your E-books and completing classwork.

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FAQs

We do not offer any make-up or replacement classes.

Yes! You can use any SkillsFuture Credits you have to pay for course fees.

We highly discourage you from missing any classes since the entire program is designed to be hands-on intensive. There is also a minimum attendance requirement of 75% of training hours for Singaporean and PRs, and 90% of training hours for international students. If you do not meet the 75% attendance requirement, you will not be eligible to enjoy subsidies nor to sit for the assessment. Make sure you block off your time during your training with us or find an intake option that will ensure you do not miss any classes. You will only wish that you had more time in the class!

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