Tailoring, often categorized under “Dress Making,” is the fundamental skill of cutting and stitching clothes. Unlike the high-level conceptual side of design, tailoring focuses on the technical precision of drafting patterns, taking measurements, and operating sewing machines. Trainees learn to stitch various garments including shalwar kameez, frocks, and children’s wear. This skill is a “lifeline” trade in rural areas, ensuring a steady income through domestic stitching orders.