Different types of Lay-out 121 8. The patterns must be placed on the fabric in the most economical way. 9. Pin patterns to the fabric firmly, after placement of the pattern has been decided, pin the corners and the long outside edges of the patterns, placing pins close to and approximately perpendicular to the cutting line. Use just enough pins to keep the pattern in position. Too many pins will distort the edges. You should start cutting the fabric only after pinning all the pattern pieces.

16.2.2 Prevention of Gapping: Deeper necklines may be used for party wear or evening wear. If they are very low, precautions will have to be taken to prevent them from gaping. If a low curved neckline is used on the garment, this may need to be tightened. To do this, slash the basic pattern from neckpoint to near waistline and overlap or attach a placket to the garment.