Republic of the Philippines

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Department of Education
Region XII
Schools Division Office of Cotabato
/ TULUNAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Tulunan, Cotabato

Technology and
Livelihood Education
Quarter 1 - Module 2
Dressmaking

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 What I Know
Hey there! As a dressmaking enthusiast, I bet you are very
eager to start taking your clients body measurements. But are you
sure you are already familiar with the knowledge and skills you need to get this
activity going? Well, let’s assess on what you already know about taking clients
body measurements by accomplishing the task that follows.

Let’s check on your familiarity on the activities. The result of this pre-
assessment will determine your prior knowledge on taking client’s body
measurements. Let’s start!
Pre-Assessment (Pre-Test)

A. Multiple Choice:

Directions: Read and understand the following items below. Select the best
answer then write the answer in your quiz notebook.

1. What tool used to take accurate body measurement?

a. Ruler b. Tape measure c. L –square d. Curve rule

2. Measurement from the shoulder neck junction to the waistline with the tape
measure passing at the highest portion of the bust is refers to ___?
a. Blouse length b. Bust height c. Front Figure d. Chest depth

3. Which of the following is used to take body measurements to the draft

pattern?
a. Ruler b. L-square c. Curve ruler d. Tape measure

4. It is a body measurement that is needed in drafting the back and front of

blouse slope.
a. Bust circumference c. Back across width
b. Chest width d. Front figure length

5. Which body measurement is taken around the arm where the sleeve length
falls?
a. Sleeve length c. Arm circumference
b. Elbow circumference d. Armhole circumference

6. It is a measurement needed in drafting pajama trousers where the female

customer is allowed to sit while the measurement is being taken.
a. Thigh circumference c. Full length
b. Leg circumference d. Crotch

7. A measurement taken from the nape to the waistline on the cord is ______?
a. Back Figure Length c. Chest Width
b. Shoulder width d. Back Across Width
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8. It is known as the foundation of pattern drafting.
a. Mensuration b. Measurement c. Body Parts d. English System

9. This measurement is taken from the left of the figure to the right
a. Horizontal measurement c. Circumferential measurement
b. Vertical measurement d. None of the above

10. The ______measurement is taken from the top of the body figure to its base.
a. Vertical b. Circumferential c. Horizontal d. Curved

LO 1 Draft and Cut Pattern for

Sleeping Garments
Variety of ready-to wear garments is largely available in the market, you may
think there’s no need for you to sew and make a dress for yourself. That’s not a
good idea! Now that you have acquired some of the basic learning about the
different kinds of fabric, let us continue to develop your ability and skill in
sewing. It would be a great accomplishment for you if you know what you are
wearing is a product of your own talent, skill and creativity.

What’s In

As a review, let’s deal first with the different tools used in body measurement.
Perhaps, you have already encountered all of these during your Grade 8. Are
you ready?
WHO AM I?
Instruction: Name each picture of tools used in taking body measurement.
Write your answer in your quiz notebook.

1. 2.

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3. 4.

5.

Trivia!
Why Accuracy Important in taking Body Measurement?
Accurate body measurement is vital importance for obtaining best results in
cloth construction. Besides good fitting, correct measurements can also
contribute towards saving time in constructing a garment. Taking body
measurements is a responsible task, which should be undertaken with great
care. For this purpose, it is important for a dress maker to have adequate
knowledge about correct methods of taking and recording body measurements.
1. A good quality of measuring tape should be used for taking the
measurements. The long metal tape is used for taking vertical measurements
and the rounded metal end is used for taking horizontal measurements.
2. The person giving the measurements should stand straight, but in a natural
pose and preferably in front of a mirror. The presence of another person is
also needed to take measurements.
3. Before body measurement is taken, a cord or tape is fastened around the
waist and left until all measurements have been completed.
4.The accuracy of several measurements depends on the exact waistline
location. In amount of ease needed varies with the type of fabric to be used.
5. A proper and certain sequence in taking the measurements should be
followed to make it more systematic.

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Direction: Identify the body parts needed to measure in sewing a garment.
Choose from the list of words inside the box, then write your answer in
your quiz notebook.

Arm Length
A.
Waist
B.
Bust/ Chest
Hip C.
H.
Sleeve Length D.
Neck E.

Wrist F.
Inseam
Calf/ Knee I.
G.
Ankle

J.

What is It

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Accuracy – the exactness of a measured distance or circumference

Bust to Bust - Measurement from your one nipple to the other nipple.
French Curve-A flat drafting instrument with curved edges and several scroll
shaped cutouts, used as a guide in drawing curves.
Hips – Measurement around the fullest part of hips.
Length – the longer or longest dimension of an object to be measured.
Lower Bust - Measurement around the torso directly under the bust line.
L-square The tailor square or "L" is used to transfer measurements to the draft
pattern. It also divides the garment into the desired measurement. It has
perfect squares and is useful in making straight lines and numbers. It can
also function as a tape measure.
Measurement – a systematic procedure of determining the quantity or extent
of the entire measurable dimension

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Measuring tools - an instruments used for obtaining quantities, dimensions or
forces of real world objects.
Shoulder to Bust - Measurement from tip of the shoulder to the center of bust
(nipple).
Tape Measure A flexible measuring device used in taking body measurements.
Upper Bust - Measurement around the torso directly above the bust line.
Waist - Measurement around the waist.
Width – measurement taken at the shortest dimension of the object to be
measured.
Yardstick - is made up of smooth, shellacked hardwood or metal. It is used for
marking hemlines and checking grainlines when laying out the pattern.

Read the Information Sheet 1.1 very well then find out how much you can
remember by doing Self-check 1.1 and Task 1 - 3.

MEASUREMENTS NEEDED IN SLEEPING GARMENTS

Apparel requires specific measurement to come up with a good design and

comfortable sleeping garment.

The following measurements are needed:

1. The horizontal measurement is taken from the left of the figure to the right.
2. The vertical measurement is taken from the top of the body figure to its base.
3. Circumferential measurement is taken around the body.

BODY MEASUREMENTS NEEDED IN WOMENS APPAREL

Neck - Loosely measure around the circumference at the

base of your neck.

Bust - Lift your arms to the side. Measure around your

body crossing over the fullest part of your bust. (The
tape measure must run directly over your nipples and
across your shoulder blades on your back).

Bust to Bust - Measure from your one nipple to your

other nipple.
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Upper Bust - Measure around the torso directly
above the bust line. From armhole to armhole
+- 8cm down from neck.

Lower Bust - Measure around the torso directly under

the bust line.

Waist - Measure around the waist at the narrowest

natural waistline point, allowing 2 fingers between
your waist and tape measure.

Hips - Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

As a guide, this is often 20cm below your natural
waistline. Stand with your knees together.

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 Sleeve Hole- Measure around the shoulder under the armpit.

Bicep - Measure around the fullest part of the upper arm.

Elbow - Do a fairly loose measurement around the bent elbow.

Under Arm- Measure from under the arm. Start at the armpit
to the wrist.

Over Arm- Measure from outer shoulder socket on outside of

arm, with a bent arm, to the wrist.

Side Seam- Measure from under armpit to natural waistline

down.

Upper Arm– Measure from the outer shoulder socket on

outside of arm to crook of elbow.

Hello guys! That ends the first part of our lesson. Did we boost your
interest? Let’s find out how much have you learned. Before we continue
to the next part of our lesson, please answer Self-check 1.1. Let’s start!

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Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers in your
quiz notebook.

1. Which body measurement is taken around the arm where the sleeve length
falls?
a. Sleeve length c. Arm circumference
b. Elbow circumference d. Armhole circumference

2. Which measures across the back of neck from socket of one shoulder to
socket of the other shoulder?
a. Shoulder c. Shoulder to Neck
b. Shoulder to Shoulder d. Shoulder to Back

3. What is being measure around your body crossing over the fullest part of
your bust?
a. Waist b. Bust c. Upper Bust d. Arm Hole

4. What is the measurement taken from the left of the figure to the right?
a. Horizontal measurement c. Circumferential measurement
b. Vertical measurement d. None of the above

5. How about the measurement taken from the top of the body figure to its
base?
a. Vertical b. Circumferential c. Horizontal d. Curved

Refer to the Answer Key. What is your score?

Let’s continue… Read the Information Sheet 1.2 attentively then find out
how much you can remember by doing Self-check 1.2 and Task 1 - 3.

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BODY MEASUREMENTS NEEDED IN MEN’S APPAREL

A. Vertical Measurement

Shirt length
- taken from the nape down the center
back to the desired length.

Sleeve length
- taken from the shoulder tip point
down to the desired sleeve length.

Length of pants or shorts

– measures along the side below
the waist band to the desired length of the pants.

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 Desired Bottom or Hem Circumference or leg hole
- taken around the fullest part of the bottom.

Congratulations! You did a great job. We are done with the lesson. Let’s
find out how much have you learned. Please answer Self-check 1.2. Let’s
start!

Self-check 1.2: Direction: Fill in each blank to complete each statement. Write
your answer in your quiz notebook.

1. Shirt length is taken from the nape down the center back to the_______.

2. _____ taken around the body with the tape measure passing over the fullest
part of the _____ at the back and over to the apex.
3. Upper _____ is taken around the fullest part of the arm in line with the armpit.
4. ______ is taken around the fullest part of the bottom.

5. Hip or _____ taken around the fullest part of the hip (buttocks) with two fingers
inserted under the tape measure.

Refer to the Answer Key. What is your score?

What’s More
I hope you understood what you’ve read above. Let’s do the following Task
to enrich your knowledge and skills. Good luck!

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Task 1: Skill on Focus: Accuracy

INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENT CHART (IMC)

Directions: Model one of your family member and measure his/her actual body
measurement then divide it’s measurement by the corresponding
divisor provided in third column. The computed measurement will be
the actual measurement needed in sewing the sleeping garment. Write
this chart in your quiz notebook following the format and details
provided.

Client’s Name ________________________________________ Date Taken: __________

Parts of the Body Actual Body Measurement Computed

to be Measured Measurement Needed (IMC) Measurement
Shoulder width ½
Back Across width ½
Back Figure length 1
Chest width ½
Bust Circumference ¼
Waist Circumference ¼
Front Figure length 1
Bust height 1
Bust Distance ½
Armhole ½
circumference
Sleeve length 1
Arm Circumference ½
Hip1 Circumference ¼
Hip2 Circumference ¼
Lap circumference ¼
Crotch/seat/rise 1
Full length 1
Leg circumference ½

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Task 2: Front Blouse Sloper
Skills on Focus: Accuracy!

MEASUREMENTS NEEDED IN DRAFTING FRONT BLOUSE SLOPER

Directions: Ask one of female family member and measure her actual body
measurement. Then, divide it by the corresponding divisor provided in
third column. The computed measurement will be the actual
measurements needed in drafting front blouse sloper. Write this chart
in your quiz notebook following the format and details provided.

Client’s Name ________________________________________ Date Taken: __________

Actual Body Measurement Computed

Parts of the Body
Measurement Needed (IMC) Measurement
to be Measured

Shoulder width ½

Chest width ½

Bust Circumference ¼

Waist ¼
Circumference
Front Figure Length 1

Bust height 1

Bust distance ½

Armhole ½
Circumference

Refer to the Rubrics. What is your score?

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Task 3: Picture Identification
Skills on Focus: Remembering!

CALL MY NAME!

Direction: Name each picture of body measurement. Write your answer in your
quiz notebook.

1. 6.

2. 7.

3. 8.

4. 9.

5. 10 .

Refer to the Answer Key. What is

your score?

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 What I Have Learned
Think about these questions. Put your heart on it while you’re
answering. This is easy! Write your answer in your quiz notebook.

1. Why do we need to take the exact or accurate body measurement?

2. What did you accomplish in this module? How did you do it? Be specific.

3. Visualized your finished activities and described what you imagined in your
mind. Use details.

What I Can Do
Congratulations! You are now knowledgeable with taking accurate body
measurement. It’s time to put it into practice by doing your individual
measurement. Are you ready?

Task 4: Skill on Focus: Accuracy

INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENT CHART (IMC)

Directions: Look for a male and female client and measure their actual body
measurement then divide it by the corresponding divisor provided in
third column. The computed measurement will be needed in drafting
basic pattern for a sleeping garment. Write this chart in your quiz
notebook following the format and details provided.

Client’s Name ________________________________________

Date Taken: __________ Gender: ___________________

Parts of the Body Actual Body Measurement Computed

to be Measured Measurement Needed (IMC) Measurement

Shoulder width ½
Back Across width ½
Back Figure length 1
Chest width ½
Bust Circumference ¼

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Waist Circumference ¼
Front Figure length 1
Bust height 1
Bust Distance ½
Armhole ½
circumference
Sleeve length 1
Arm Circumference ½
Hip1 Circumference ¼
Hip2 Circumference ¼
Lap circumference ¼
Crotch/seat/rise 1
Full length 1
Leg circumference ½

How do you feel now that you know how to take body measurements?
Amazing! Right? Practice this regularly and you will master the sequence
without looking at your notes. Great! You are now ready to make your
pattern.

Assessment

Post-Assessment (Post-Test)

A. Multiple Choice:
Directions: Read and understand the following items below. Select the best
answer then write the answer in your quiz notebook.

1. What tool used to take accurate body measurement?

a. Ruler b. Tape measure c. L –square d. Curve rule

2. Measurement from the shoulder neck junction to the waistline with the tape
measure passing at the highest portion of the bust is refers to ___?
a. Blouse length b. Bust height c. Front Figure d. Chest depth

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3. Which of the following is used to take body measurements to the draft
pattern?
a. Ruler b. L-square c. Curve ruler d. Tape measure

4. It is a body measurement that is needed in drafting the back and front of

blouse slope.
a. Bust circumference c. Back across width
b. Chest width d. Front figure length

5. Which body measurement is taken around the arm where the sleeve length
falls?
a. Sleeve length c. Arm circumference
b. Elbow circumference d. Armhole circumference

6. It is a measurement needed in drafting pajama trousers where the female

customer is allowed to sit while the measurement is being taken.
a. Thigh circumference c. Full length
b. Leg circumference d. Crotch

7. A measurement taken from the nape to the waistline on the cord is ______?
a. Back Figure Length c. Chest Width
b. Shoulder width d. Back Across Width

8. It is known as the foundation of pattern drafting.

a. Mensuration b. Measurement c. Body Parts d. English System

9. This measurement is taken from the left of the figure to the right
a. Horizontal measurement c. Circumferential measurement
b. Vertical measurement d. None of the above

10. The ______measurement is taken from the top of the body figure to its base.
a. Vertical b. Circumferential c. Horizontal d. Curved

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 Additional Activities

Task 5: OUTPUT COMPILATION

Instruction:
1. Compile all your outputs from Task 1 to 4 together with your quiz
notebook in a long plastic envelop to be submitted to your teacher.
2. Using a short bond paper, label your plastic envelop following the
given format.

OUTPUT IN DRESSMAKING 1

School Year 2020 – 2021

Quarter 1/ Module 2

Submitted by:

(Name of Student)
(Grade & Section)

Submitted to:

(Name of Subject Teacher)

(Date)

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 Answer Key

What's More

Task 1
– Refer to Rubric

T ask 2
– Refer to Rubric

Task 3
1 . Bust
2 . Shoulder to shoulder
3 . Over arm
4 . Sleeve hole
5 . Down center back
6 . Waist
7 . Crotch or Rise
8 . Sleeve length
9 . Desired bottom/
Hem circumference
10 . Neck measure

Rubrics for all Task !

Items Outstanding Very Good Good Score

All steps were Most steps were Some steps were
A. Construction
followed in the followed followed
Process
correct sequence. correctly. correctly.
B. Manipulated tools
and equipment Most of the time. Sometimes. Not at all.

C. Work habits:
organized, clean Most of the time. Sometimes. Not at all.
and systematic.
D. Work within the Finished ahead of
time target. Finished Late by 1 day.
time.

References
K to 12 Home Economics – Dressmaking 9 LM
K to 12 Home Economics – Dressmaking 9 TG
Chavez, Dominga Carolina, et.al., K to 12 Technology and Livelihood Education.
Dressmaking/ Tailoring Exploratory Learning Materials.
https://depedteacher.com/teaching-materials-and-learners-materials-tgs-
lms-junior-highschool-grade-7-10/
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