In garment construction and draping, fabric blocking refers to the process of manipulating the fabric's grain lines (lengthwise and crosswise) to ensure they are at a perfect 90-degree angle to each other. This is crucial for achieving a well-fitting and professional-looking garment.
Why is fabric blocking necessary?
Correct Grain Alignment: If the grain lines are off, the fabric can distort and stretch unevenly, leading to a poorly fitting garment. Blocking helps to straighten the grain lines and prevent this issue.
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