CONSTRUCTION
OF MEN'S
WAISTCOAT
PAPER
DRAFT
A waistcoat should cover the waistband of the
trousers and never let any shirt show in between, so
check the length! If your waistcoat will require a
narrow belt (also in lining material), attach this to the
outside back panel before the main construction
begins. Always use an odd number of buttons as this
looks more pleasing to the eye. Most waistcoats
feature a lining back piece that is smoother so your
jacket will hang and drape nicely
GRADING
Fused Interlining
Fused Interlining is a thin layer of fabric that is heated and
pressed/glued to the fabric from the inside. Overwhelming majority
of garments sold in retail are made with fused interlining due to its
cost efficiency and ease of mass production. It does the basic job of
giving shape to the garment. The downside is that although holding
its shape the garment will be stiff and after a few visits to the dry
cleaning you may notice that the fusing on the inside is starting to
come off and the fabric on the outside is starting to bubble. The
fabric will not follow your natural movements, hence it is less
comfortable and will not provide as great a fit as the canvassed
jacket would. Another disadvantage of the fused/glued jacket is that
the glue is insulating and not breathable. It will also not provide for
a good roll on the lapel.
ILLUSTRATION
FABRIC USED
LINEN
FINAL
GARMENT
Construction of waistcoat.pdf

Construction of waistcoat.pdf

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    A waistcoat shouldcover the waistband of the trousers and never let any shirt show in between, so check the length! If your waistcoat will require a narrow belt (also in lining material), attach this to the outside back panel before the main construction begins. Always use an odd number of buttons as this looks more pleasing to the eye. Most waistcoats feature a lining back piece that is smoother so your jacket will hang and drape nicely
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    Fused Interlining Fused Interliningis a thin layer of fabric that is heated and pressed/glued to the fabric from the inside. Overwhelming majority of garments sold in retail are made with fused interlining due to its cost efficiency and ease of mass production. It does the basic job of giving shape to the garment. The downside is that although holding its shape the garment will be stiff and after a few visits to the dry cleaning you may notice that the fusing on the inside is starting to come off and the fabric on the outside is starting to bubble. The fabric will not follow your natural movements, hence it is less comfortable and will not provide as great a fit as the canvassed jacket would. Another disadvantage of the fused/glued jacket is that the glue is insulating and not breathable. It will also not provide for a good roll on the lapel.
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