Hard Skills
AdvancedGarment Fitting and PinningThe ability to assess how a garment fits a client's body and use pins to mark exact adjustments for length, width, and contouring.
IntermediateIndustrial Sewing Machine OperationProficiency in operating and maintaining high-speed industrial sewing machines, overlockers, and specialized hemmers.
IntermediateFabric Analysis and HandlingIdentifying textile properties such as grain line, stretch, weight, and fragility to determine appropriate needles, threads, and tension.
AdvancedIntricate Hand SewingExecuting precise hand-stitched finishes such as blind hems, whip stitches, or attaching delicate beadwork and lace appliqués.
AdvancedPattern Adjustment and GradingModifying existing garment patterns or templates to accommodate non-standard body measurements while maintaining design proportions.
IntermediateQuality Control and FinishingThe final inspection of a garment for loose threads, symmetrical measurements, and proper pressing/steaming before client pickup.