Controlling Fullness

What is the purpose of darts in garment design?

• To add decorative patterns

• To control fullness and shape the garment

• To strengthen the fabric

• To attach different pieces of fabric

What shape are darts typically made in?

• Circular

• Triangular

• Square

• Rectangular

Where do darts usually point to on a garment?

• The edges of the garment

• The loosest part of the body

• The fullest part of the body

• The top of the garment

How many basic types of darts are there?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the first step in constructing single-pointed darts on fabric?

• Stitch from wide end to point

• Mark darts onto the wrong side of fabric

• Tie threads at the point of the dart to secure

• Fold dart with right side together and pin

After marking the darts on the fabric, what should you do next?

• Stitch from wide end to point

• Tie threads at the point of the dart to secure

• Fold dart with right side together and pin

• Stitch last 2-3 stitches close to fold

How should you secure the threads after stitching a dart?

• Stitch from wide end to point

• Mark darts onto the wrong side of fabric

• Fold dart with right side together and pin

• Tie threads at the point of the dart to secure

What is the purpose of stitching the last 2-3 stitches close to the fold when constructing a dart?

• To mark the dart more clearly

• To secure the dart at its widest point

• To finish the dart neatly and securely

• To prepare the fabric for another dart

When constructing double-pointed darts, where should you start stitching?

• At the narrowest point

• At the center (widest part)

• At the edge of the fabric

• At the top of the fabric

How much should the stitching overlap in the center when constructing double-pointed darts?

• 2 inches

• 0.5 inches

• 1 inch

• 1.5 inches