13.4 PLEATS: Pleats are introduced usually at the waistline of skirts and dresses to provide fullness evenly all around. The preparation of pleats is similar to that of tucks, the main difference being that pleats are wider than tucks. Knife pleats, box pleats or inverted pleats are used in dresses.

5. Herringbone stitched seam finish: This finish neatens the raw edges and also holds down the turning, making the seam flat, suitable for heavier fabrics. Press seam open and work herringbone stitches on two raw edges, catching the garment.