Art & stories · Building & fixing
What does a
tailor do?
Measures, cuts, and stitches clothes to fit each person.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Takes measurements, cuts cloth, stitches, fits the garment, and makes final changes.
Skills to practise
Measuring, neat work, creativity.
How to explore this path
Learn from an experienced tailor or take a course.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Tailor connects with Art, Maths. You may enjoy this work if you like hands-on, creative.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Measure your arm and height, then draw a simple shirt pattern.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Tailors make and fix clothes so they fit well.
What helps?
Measuring carefully and having neat hands.
Learning about the path
You learn from a tailor or take a course.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?