Garment Fit Diagnosis and Muslin Alterations

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1. 1

   What is the primary purpose of fitting a toile or muslin before cutting the final fabric?

   A To determine the finished garment's decorative details B To evaluate fit and correct the pattern without risking the final fabric C To eliminate the need for seam allowances in the final garment
2. 2

   The fitted bodice shown has horizontal strain lines and gaping closures across the bust. What is the most likely cause?

   

   A Insufficient room across the bust B Excess back-waist length C A sleeve cap that is too low
3. 3

   Several soft vertical folds hang from the waist of the skirt shown, without appearing stretched. What do they generally indicate?

   

   A Insufficient vertical length B An incorrectly shaped neckline C Excess width in that area
4. 4

   How should marked horizontal balance lines normally appear on a correctly fitted standing toile?

   

   A Curving sharply upward at every seam B Level and generally parallel to the floor C Twisting diagonally around the body
5. 5

   What does a full-bust adjustment primarily add to a bodice front?

   A Bust width and length while retaining the shoulder and neckline fit B Equal length to both sleeves C Width only at the center back
6. 6

   A fitted bodice pools into horizontal folds at the lower center back while the waist and hips fit. Which correction is most appropriate?

   

   A Add width throughout the entire back B Lengthen the front shoulder seam C Remove excess back-waist length with a swayback adjustment
7. 7

   Which pattern change is commonly used for a high, rounded upper back?

   A Remove length from the upper center back B Add length across the upper back while preserving the neckline fit C Reduce the front-bodice width at the waist
8. 8

   A client has one shoulder noticeably lower than the other. What is the best fitting approach for a close-fitting garment?

   

   A Fit and mark the two sides separately where needed B Force both shoulder seams into identical positions C Add equal width to both side seams
9. 9

   A set-in sleeve twists around the arm even though its circumference is adequate. Which pattern feature should be checked first?

   

   A The skirt hem allowance B The front-neckline depth C The sleeve pitch and notch alignment
10. 10

    The sleeve shown has horizontal strain lines across the upper arm and restricts movement. What is the most likely correction?

    

    A Shorten the sleeve at the wrist B Increase the sleeve's biceps width C Reduce the neckline circumference
11. 11

    A trouser muslin forms tight horizontal smile-shaped wrinkles directly beneath the seat. What is the likely cause?

    

    A Insufficient back crotch length or extension B Excess length at the front waist C A hem allowance that is too narrow
12. 12

    The seat and hips of a trouser muslin fit correctly, but the back waistband stands away from the body. What is the best correction?

    A Add more width across the seat B Lengthen both trouser legs C Remove excess at the back waist through darts, seams, or waistband contouring
13. 13

    The skirt hem rises at the front over a prominent abdomen, while the side and back lengths appear correct. What adjustment is indicated?

    

    A Shorten the center-front pattern B Add front length over the abdomen C Remove width from the back hip
14. 14

    Diagonal drag lines radiate from the bust area toward the armhole and side seam, and the center front is strained. What do these signs indicate?

    

    A Insufficient bust volume in the bodice B Excess sleeve length C Too much width at the back waist
15. 15

    A bust dart ends directly at the bust apex, creating a pointed appearance. How should it be corrected?

    A Extend the dart beyond the apex B Remove the dart intake entirely C Shorten the dart so its point ends before the apex
16. 16

    In what order should major fitting corrections generally be addressed?

    A Decorative details first, followed by posture and length B Length and balance first, then circumference and localized shaping C Hem decoration first, then sleeve buttons
17. 17

    When pinning both side seams of a symmetrical muslin to remove excess width, what is usually the soundest method?

    A Distribute the change evenly while checking grain and balance B Remove all excess from only one side seam C Twist the garment until the excess disappears
18. 18

    Why might a curved muslin seam allowance be clipped during fitting?

    A To permanently enlarge the paper pattern B To prevent all future fraying C To release tension so the curved edge can spread and lie correctly
19. 19

    Why are generous seam allowances useful in areas likely to need adjustment on a fitting muslin?

    A They make grainline markings unnecessary B They provide fabric for letting out and repositioning seams C They guarantee the first fitting will be perfect
20. 20

    After approving a muslin alteration, what should be done before cutting the final fabric?

    A Transfer the changes, true the pattern lines, and verify matching seams B Discard the pattern and cut directly around the muslin C Return every seam to its original position