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Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
Chapter 2: Make and cut footwear patterns
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Interpret footwear sketches and illustrations to clearly understand the design.
  • Create new footwear patterns or adapt existing ones to match the design requirements.
  • Adjust pattern specifications accurately according to product design and allowances.
  • Identify and apply the correct pattern cutting methods based on the job needs.
  • Cut footwear patterns precisely following the standard forms.
  • Confirm that your footwear patterns meet all design specifications.
  • Test or organize machine outputs to ensure they meet company quality standards.
  • Cut footwear materials carefully, avoiding any production or handling damage.
  • Sort cut materials correctly to support smooth progress to the next production stage.
  • Produce batches of footwear components that match work tickets and meet production targets.
  • Minimize material wastage by following your organization’s policies.

These skills will help you create quality footwear efficiently, saving materials and supporting smooth production in the real trade.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Prepare Footwear Pattern Templates for a Low-Cut Leather Shoe

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Prepare footwear pattern templates for a low-cut leather shoe upper with main components measuring 250mm length x 120mm width.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Tracing wheelPattern paper
Ruler 30 cmLeather upper reference template
Set square
Pencil HB
Eraser
Scissors
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Pattern paper3 sheets per Candidate
2Tracing wheel1 Pc per Candidate
3Ruler 30 cm1 Pc per Candidate
4Set square1 Pc per Candidate
5Pencil HB2 Pcs per Candidate
6Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
7Scissors1 Pc per Candidate
8Leather upper reference template1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare Pattern Templates
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting the task
(Award 2 marks for correct and complete PPE use, zero if not)		2
Candidate selects correct pattern paper and tools
(Award 2 marks for appropriate selection, zero if incorrect)		2
Candidate accurately traces the leather upper reference template onto pattern paper
(Award 5 marks for neat and accurate tracing, zero if sloppy or inaccurate)		5
Candidate marks all necessary pattern details including seam allowances of 10mm
(Award 4 marks for correct and consistent seam allowance marking, zero if missing or inconsistent)		4
Candidate cuts out the pattern templates cleanly without tears or distortions
(Award 5 marks for clean and precise cutting, zero if ragged edges or distortions)		5
Candidate labels each pattern template with component name and dimensions
(Award 2 marks for clear and correct labeling, zero if missing or incorrect)		2
Sub-Total20
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Pattern templates match the specified dimensions of 250mm length x 120mm width within a tolerance of ±3mm
(Award 6 marks for dimensional accuracy within tolerance, zero if outside tolerance)		6
Templates are square and symmetrical as per the working drawing
(Award 4 marks for correct shape and symmetry, zero if asymmetrical or distorted)		4
Seam allowances are consistently marked 10mm all around the pattern edges
(Award 5 marks for uniform seam allowance marking, zero if inconsistent or missing)		5
Pattern edges are smooth and free from jagged cuts or tears
(Award 5 marks for neat edges, zero if rough or damaged)		5
All pattern templates are clearly labeled with component name and dimension
(Award 3 marks for correct labeling, zero if missing or incorrect)		3
Sub-Total23
GRAND TOTAL43
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Set out footwear pattern dimensions on pattern paper

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Set out footwear pattern dimensions 280mm length x 100mm width accurately on pattern paper.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Ruler 60 cmPattern paper roll
Set square 30 cm
Compass
Measuring tape 2 m
Tracing wheel
Pencil HB
Eraser
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Pattern paper roll1.5 m per Candidate
2Ruler 60 cm1 Pc per Candidate
3Set square 30 cm1 Pc per Candidate
4Compass1 Pc per Candidate
5Pencil HB2 Pcs per Candidate
6Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
7Measuring tape 2 m1 Pc per Candidate
8Tracing wheel1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Setting out footwear pattern dimensions
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use or zero)		2
Candidate correctly measures and marks length of 280mm on pattern paper
(Award 4 marks for accurate measurement within ±2mm or zero)		4
Candidate correctly measures and marks width of 100mm perpendicular to length
(Award 4 marks for accurate measurement within ±2mm or zero)		4
Candidate uses set square or appropriate tool to ensure right angles
(Award 3 marks for correct squaring or zero)		3
Candidate marks all dimensions clearly and neatly with pencil
(Award 2 marks for clear, legible markings or zero)		2
Candidate uses compass and tracing wheel appropriately for curved edges as per drawing
(Award 3 marks for correct use or zero)		3
Sub-Total18
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Pattern dimensions match 280mm length within ±2mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct length or zero)		5
Pattern dimensions match 100mm width within ±2mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct width or zero)		5
Pattern edges are straight and right angles accurate within ±1°
(Award 5 marks for correct squareness or zero)		5
Curved edges match drawing curvature smoothly
(Award 4 marks for smooth, accurate curves or zero)		4
Markings are neat, legible and complete
(Award 3 marks for neatness or zero)		3
Sub-Total22
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Cut Footwear Patterns from TemplatesPractical 3
🔒Assemble and align multiple cut footwear pattern pieces to form a full pattern setPractical 4
🔒Modify footwear patterns for size variationsPractical 5
🔒Marking notches and reference points on footwear patternsPractical 6
🔒Prepare sole pattern cutting layout on sole materialPractical 7
🔒Cutting of Sole Patterns from Sole MaterialPractical 8
🔒Inspect and finish cut footwear patterns for a men’s oxford shoe size 42Practical 9
🔒Store and label footwear patterns 500mm x 350mm systematicallyPractical 10
Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • Interpret footwear sketches and illustrations to clearly understand the design.
  • Create new footwear patterns or adapt existing ones to match the design requirements.
  • Adjust pattern specifications accurately according to product design and allowances.
  • Identify and apply the correct pattern cutting methods based on the job needs.
  • Cut footwear patterns precisely following the standard forms.
  • Confirm that your footwear patterns meet all design specifications.
  • Test or organize machine outputs to ensure they meet company quality standards.
  • Cut footwear materials carefully, avoiding any production or handling damage.
  • Sort cut materials correctly to support smooth progress to the next production stage.
  • Produce batches of footwear components that match work tickets and meet production targets.
  • Minimize material wastage by following your organization’s policies.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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