EMPLOY participants can perform some or all of these functions:

• Draw and cut patterns according to specifications
• Select thread, twine, cord, or yarn and thread needles
• Wax thread
• Soften leather or shoe material
• Measure and align parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts
• Fold, twist, stretch, or drape material and secure article in preparation for sewing
• Tie, knit, weave or knot ribbon, yarn or decorative materials
• Attach trimmings and labels
• Sew using various types of stitches such as felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting
• Trim excess threads or edges
• Smooth seam with heated iron, flat bone or rubbing stick