0-1 = Front and back neck width 0-1 = Front neck depth 1-3-2 = Front neckline 0-4 = Back neck depth 1-5-4 = Back neckline Neck Proportions for ladies garments: In ladies garments, neck proportions are generally kept as follows.

These are more beautiful on thin fabrics. Gathering can be done through several ways as given below. 1. Gathering by hand: Fasten thread securely and work two rows of tacking stitches. Draw the ends of thread until the section measures the desired length and secure the thread by winding round over a bell pin.