Pattern Layout on Napped Fabrics
Napped fabrics, such as corduroy, velvet, velveteen, and velour, require special handling. In this lesson, you will learn pattern layout techniques for these types of fabrics. Learn more about pattern layouts by viewing our 9-part series that includes, stripes, plaids, one-way and engineered prints and other specialty fabrics.
For more on pattern layouts for different types of fabrics view: Pattern Layout On Solid Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Vertical Stripe Fabric, Pattern Layout On All Over Print Fabrics, Pattern Layout On One-Way Print Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Horizontal Stripe Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Plaid & Check Fabric, Pattern Layout On Satin & Shine Fabrics and Pattern Layout On Engineered Print Fabrics.
| Module | Description | Step |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Napped Fabric | 1-2 |
| 2 | Lesson Prep | 1-7 |
| 3 | Pattern Layout, Pinning & Cutting | 1-7 |
MODULE 1 • Introduction to Napped Fabric
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | The next fabric that we’re working with is a corduroy fabric and it is a wide-wale corduroy. It is in the category of napped fabrics. |
| 2A | And, it’s very important to understand the direction of the nap. We have it so the smooth direction of the nap runs down on this piece. |
| 2B | And the smooth runs up on this piece. |
To see the full transcript and complete video lesson, subscribe to the University of Fashion!
© 2008-2018 University of Fashion® – - Transcript for use with University of Fashion lessons only and not authorized for download or distribution