Making garments (e.g. gowns, dresses, blouses, shirts, pants, skirts, and jackets): o Marking patterns and designs or using pre-designed ones to cut fabric into the necessary shapes; o being able to draft, drape, and translate designs from concept to delivery; o being able to imagine how the end garment will look like from the pattern design; and
Altering and repairing garments: o Fixing torn or damaged clothing, as well as adjusting clothes to better fit customers; and o ensuring proper measurements, adjustments, and fittings.
Working directly with customers: o Discussing with customers regarding their desired specifications for clothes; o giving customers recommendations regarding fabrics, colours, and styles; o showing customers samples of different fabrics and explaining the qualities of each one; o taking measurements; and o ensuring alterations are done on time for when the customer returns.
Defining technical specifications for the garments and being knowledgeable about fabrics, patterns, shapes, and colours: o Selecting and testing different fabrics; o knowing about pattern-making and fittings, adapting and creating patterns as needed; and o keeping up-to-date with the latest fashion trends and techniques, as well as finding the best quality fabrics.
Using specialized equipment such as industrial sewing machines and irons.
Organizing and maintaining fabrics, trims, and other materials.
Preparing a budget based on time of work, costs of fabrics, and any special materials necessary.