Tailoring

Tailoring involves the creation of a men’s garment using the fabric and instructions provided. Competitors must follow the given patterns precisely during the cutting process and be capable of executing the entire production workflow. This could include tasks such as attaching collars, sleeves, and assembling various types of garments like trousers, jackets, and t-shirts. Each competitor works with their own set of tools and is responsible for setting up and operating their sewing machine. The finished garment is presented on a mannequin, showcasing the competitor’s technical skill, precision, and craftsmanship.

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

• Released in May 2026

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the marking system.

• Released in May 2026

Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.

• Released in November 2026

This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.

The previous International Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre‑task Assignment is available below. It illustrates the competition’s level of difficulty but does not correspond to the document for 2027.

• 2023 Pre-task Assignment, Tailoring

Test Project is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

• Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Paul Nyström

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

• Application period for judges in May 2026
• Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
• Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027