Wastage (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards
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Why use paper scissors?
Why use paper scissors?
Cut paper patterns & prevent dulling fabric scissors
Craft knives best for?
Craft knives best for?
Intricate cuts & detailed work on patterns/stencils
Dressmaking scissors key feature?
Dressmaking scissors key feature?
Long blades for straight cuts through fabric
What do seam rippers do?
What do seam rippers do?
Unpick seams with minimal fabric damage
Embroidery scissors used for?
Embroidery scissors used for?
Fine work & cutting threads (short, sharp blades)
What can cutting wheels do?
What can cutting wheels do?
Cut accurate lines & curves through multiple layers
Pinking shears main purpose?
Pinking shears main purpose?
Create zig-zag edge that prevents fabric fraying
Band knife cutting - how it works?
Band knife cutting - how it works?
Continuous knife blade cuts multiple fabric layers
Laser cutting materials
Laser cutting materials
Paper, card, cotton, silk, polyester, felt
Laser cutting main advantage?
Laser cutting main advantage?
Extremely precise cuts with clean edges, no fraying
Die cutting 3 steps
Die cutting 3 steps
- Fabric on mat, 2. Position die, 3. Apply pressure
Die cutting main benefit?
Die cutting main benefit?
Consistent shapes in large quantities (fashion industry)
Laser cutting safety requirements
Laser cutting safety requirements
Extraction systems, suitable materials, keep flat