Upholstery 10, 20, 30: Curriculum Guidelines

Module 16: Skirting (Optional)

Suggested time: 16-20 hours
Level: Advanced
Prerequisite: Modules 2, 3, 7, 8, 15, and 19

Foundational Objectives

To demonstrate safe working practices for the upholstery industry.
To demonstrate proper use of hand and power tools, equipment, and supplies utilized in the upholstery industry.
To demonstrate an understanding of business and entrepreneurial practices used in society.
To develop independent decision-making skills pertaining to the upholstery industry.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To develop skillful use of technology that may lead to successful employment. (TL)
To take on more responsibility for learning as competence develops. (IL)

	Learning Objective	Notes
16.1	To make kick pleat skirting. (TL)	The students will describe in their journals how to make a kick pleat skirt. The kick pleat skirt is a flat skirt that covers the four sides of the furniture piece. The size should be approximately 37 mm (1.5 inches) larger both on length and width. On the inside, it should be a skirt with muslin fabric backing. Stitch together and press prior to installation. The final ironing should ensure that the skirt will fold down into proper alignment when blind tacked or stapled.
16.2	To make box pleat skirting. (TL)	The students will describe in their journals how to make a box pleat skirt. The box pleat skirt is a skirt that has pleats at regular intervals along its length. The fabric size should be at least 37 mm (1.5 inches) wider than the width and whatever the length required. To determine length, rip the seams of the original pattern and measure. If making one up without a pattern, use a scrap piece for practice. The inside should be a skirt with muslin fabric backing. Stitch and then press prior to installation. The final pressing should ensure that the skirt will fold down into proper alignment when blind tacked or stapled.
16.3	To attach skirting.	The students will describe in their journals how to attach skirting. When attaching the skirt, ensure that a corner piece of skirting approximately 20 cm (8 inches) long that can be applied to the corner at the legs is available. The regular skirting is then blind tacked or stapled to the piece. Ensure that the fold is straight and hangs properly.
16.4	To calculate the amount of fabric used for skirting. (NUM)	Have students start a bill of materials for the job. Calculate the cost of the new fabric.