Hard Skills
IntermediateHand Pleating TechniquesThe manual process of creating specific folds in fabric using paper molds or marking tools before heat setting.
IntermediateKnowledge of Fabric PropertiesUnderstanding how different textiles react to heat, moisture, and pressure during the pleating process.
BasicUse of Industrial Steam Irons and WeightsSafely and effectively utilizing heavy pressing equipment and weights to set folds in fabric.
IntermediatePattern Reading and InterpretationDeciphering technical instructions and markers on patterns to determine pleat depth and spacing.