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Identify and explain each of the of facings named above i. Straight facing ii. Cross way facings iii.Shaped facings

Identify and explain each of the of facings named above

i. Straight facing

ii. Cross way facings

iii.Shaped facings

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Martin
i. Straight facing

-cut on straight grain of fabric
-edges to be faced are normally straight e.g square neckline, top of pocket, hem edge on a straight skirt or trouser
-the facing is cut as a strip along the selvedge edge [warp threads]
-length is normally the length of the area being faced plus seam allowance for two seams

ii. Crossway facings

-cut on the true cross
-facing can be used on any type of edge i.e straight or curved
-suitable for curved edges as it stretches to fit the curve properly.
-a cross way strip is a good example of a cross way facing.
-its used to finish hemlines,armholes,collars and cuffs joins
-used to make decorative edges


iii.Shaped facings

-cut the same shape and on the same grain as the area to be faced
-the facing is wider than the other two facings
-the facing cut as one of the pattern pieces of the garment
-are commonly used on yokes, necklines and armholes

marto answered the question on April 23, 2019 at 05:21

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