[Core] [47% incumbents] Select thread, twine, cord, or yarn to be used, and thread needles.
  DWAs: Select production input materials.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Measure and align parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. | Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Trim excess threads or edges of parts, using scissors or knives.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Use different sewing techniques such as felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Fit garments on clients, altering as needed.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators. | Measure clients to ensure proper product fit. | Cut materials according to specifications or needs.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Draw and cut patterns according to specifications.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns. | Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Sew buttonholes, or add lace or other trimming.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Tie, knit, weave or knot ribbon, yarn, or decorative materials.
  DWAs: Assemble garments or textile products.

[Core] [46% incumbents] Sew, join, reinforce, or finish parts of articles, such as garments, books, mattresses, toys, and wigs, using needles and thread or other materials.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Smooth seams with heated irons, flat bones, or rubbing sticks.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Fold, twist, stretch, or drape material, and secure articles in preparation for sewing.
  DWAs: Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.

[EMERGING:New] Patch materials, such as cotton or leather.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.38 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.03 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.93 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mechanical (imp:2.50 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Education and Training (imp:2.42 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Mathematics (imp:2.29 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:2.28 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Production and Processing (imp:2.12) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.09) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.07) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:1.83) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Foreign Language (imp:1.82 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.78) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.70 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Telecommunications (imp:1.46) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Psychology (imp:1.42) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Chemistry (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Law and Government (imp:1.40 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.35 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.33) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Fine Arts (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Biology (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Building and Construction (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  History and Archeology (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Physics (imp:1.06) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,

--- ABILITIES ---
  Manual Dexterity (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Oral Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.10 lvl:3.50) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.88 lvl:3.94) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.64 lvl:4.01) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.63 lvl:3.90) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.59 lvl:1.78) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.30 lvl:3.00) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Getting Information (imp:3.27 lvl:3.48) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.24 lvl:4.43) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.21 lvl:3.38) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.15 lvl:2.55) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.11 lvl:3.98) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.06 lvl:3.57) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.05 lvl:3.27) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.02 lvl:3.07) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:2.98 lvl:4.04) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.72 lvl:1.82) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.65 lvl:1.51) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.64) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.61) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Working with Computers (imp:2.53) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.45) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.34) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.25 lvl:1.97) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.24 lvl:0.97) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.21 lvl:1.59) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.20) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.00) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.95) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.79) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:1.75 lvl:1.63) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.68 lvl:1.11) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:1.59) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.53) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.48) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:1.45) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.44) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.37) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.35) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.30) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.20) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.06) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.86) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.66) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:0.49) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.41) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.37) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.33) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.04) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Initiative (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Empathy (imp:-0.13) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.39) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.84) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Programming (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 2,190
  annual_median    : $36,480
  annual_pct10     : $27,680
  annual_pct25     : $33,330
  annual_pct75     : $40,720
  annual_pct90     : $47,570
  annual_mean      : $37,210
  hourly_median    : $17.54

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Colorado ($47,600)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($21,840)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.179x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (18 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,180  median: $  36,450
  Retail Trade                             emp:      540  median: $  36,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      100  median: $  38,670
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       70  median: $  36,440
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       60  median: $  36,510

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,180  median: $  36,450
  Retail Trade                             emp:      540  median: $  36,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      100  median: $  38,670
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       70  median: $  36,440
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       60  median: $  36,510

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Great Stink (similarity: 0.1739)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Stink
  QID: Q546233
  Extract: The Great Stink was an event in Central London during July and August 1858 in which the hot weather exacerbated the smell of untreated human waste and industrial effluent that was present on the banks of the River Thames. The problem had been mounting for some years, with an ageing and inadequate se

  Title: Sewer socialism (similarity: 0.5185)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sewer_socialism
  QID: Q14919710
  Extract: Sewer socialism was an American socialist movement that centered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from around 1892 to 1960. The moniker was coined by Morris Hillquit at the 1932 Milwaukee convention of the Socialist Party of America and was intended as a pejorative, commenting on the Milwaukee socialists an

  Title: Kanał (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kana%C5%82
  QID: Q94792
  Extract: Kanał is a 1957 Polish film directed by Andrzej Wajda. It was the first film made about the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, telling the story of a company of Home Army resistance fighters escaping the Nazi onslaught through the city's sewers. The film is adapted from the story “They Loved Life” by Jerzy Stefa

  Title: The Blob (1988 film) (similarity: 0.1250)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blob_(1988_film)
  QID: Q957844
  Extract: The Blob is a 1988 American science fiction horror film directed by Chuck Russell, who co-wrote it with Frank Darabont. It is a remake of the 1958 film of the same name. The film stars Kevin Dillon, Shawnee Smith, Donovan Leitch, Jeffrey DeMunn, Paul McCrane, Art LaFleur, Robert Axelrod, Joe Seneca,

  Title: Haute couture (similarity: 0.1600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haute_couture
  QID: Q216053
  Extract: Haute couture is the creation of exclusive custom-fitted high-end fashion design. The term haute couture generally refers to a specific type of upper garment common in Europe during the 16th to the 18th century, or to the upper portion of a modern dress to distinguish it from the skirt and sleeves. 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : medium
confidence_notes     : Confidence is medium due to small employment base (2,190 workers) providing limited data points, though O*NET task and skill data is comprehensive and wage data from BLS is current.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:48:44.300122+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,637
tokens_output        : 4,363
cost_usd             : $0.047287
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for hand sewing occupation, with closest semantic match being 'Sewer socialism' which relates to municipal infrastructure rather than textile work. This suggests the occupation may be too specialized or traditional to have dedicated Wikipedia coverage.

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Sewers, Hand are skilled craftspeople who manually sew, join, reinforce, and finish manufactured items using needle and thread, working across industries from custom apparel to upholstery. They perform detailed hand-stitching work that requires exceptional manual dexterity and attention to detail, often handling specialized techniques like embroidery, fagoting, and custom alterations. This role serves as the human touch in manufacturing processes where precision hand-work is required over machine automation.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Hand sewers begin by selecting appropriate threads, yarns, or cords for their projects and threading needles for the specific work ahead. They measure and align fabric pieces, fasteners, or trimmings according to seams, edges, or markings, ensuring precision before beginning stitching. Throughout the day, they employ various sewing techniques including felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting to join or finish parts of garments, books, mattresses, toys, or other textile products. They frequently trim excess threads or fabric edges using scissors or knives, inspect their work for quality, and may fit garments on clients for alterations. The work involves controlling sewing equipment, smoothing seams with heated irons or tools, and drawing or cutting patterns according to specifications.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess exceptional finger dexterity and manual coordination, as the work demands precise control over small tools and delicate materials. They have keen near vision and attention to detail, able to spot imperfections and maintain consistent quality throughout repetitive tasks. Successful hand sewers are dependable and cautious workers who take pride in craftsmanship and can work independently while following detailed specifications. They often have an artistic sensibility combined with practical problem-solving skills, enjoying the tactile nature of working with fabrics and threads to create or repair items.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most hand sewers enter the field with less than a high school diploma (82.2% according to education distribution data), learning through on-the-job training or apprenticeships. Some may complete vocational programs in fashion design, tailoring, or textile arts, though formal education requirements are minimal. Entry-level positions often involve basic sewing tasks under supervision, with workers gradually developing specialized techniques and gaining independence as their skills improve.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced hand sewers may advance to supervisory roles, become specialized custom tailors or dressmakers, or start their own alteration or custom sewing businesses. Some transition into related roles such as fabric and apparel patternmaking, upholstery work, or textile design where their manual skills and fabric knowledge provide valuable foundations. The career path often emphasizes skill development and specialization rather than traditional hierarchical advancement.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Hand sewers earn a median annual wage of $36,480 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with wages ranging from $27,680 to $47,570 (10th to 90th percentile). Geographic variation is significant, with Colorado offering the highest wages at $47,600 compared to Puerto Rico's $21,840, representing a 2.18x ratio. The occupation employs only 2,190 workers nationally, reflecting its specialized nature and competition from automated sewing processes. Employment is concentrated in manufacturing (1,180 workers) and retail trade (540 workers), with smaller numbers in other services. The limited employment base and specialized skill requirements suggest opportunities may be geographically concentrated in areas with textile manufacturing or custom apparel markets.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Hand sewing roles face moderate automation pressure as the work activities emphasize manual dexterity, precise control, and inspection tasks that remain challenging for machines. While routine machine sewing has been largely automated, the custom alterations, specialized techniques, and quality inspection aspects of hand sewing continue to require human judgment and fine motor skills that current automation cannot easily replicate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Sewing Machine Operators (51-6031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core sewing knowledge and manual dexterity requirements, with hand sewers often transitioning to or from machine operation roles.
    data: Manual Dexterity (imp:4.1)
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes activity
  [career_pathway] Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers (51-6052.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Hand sewers frequently advance to custom tailoring roles, building on their foundation of hand-sewing techniques and client fitting experience.
    data: Fit garments on clients task
    data: Design knowledge
    data: Custom alteration capabilities
  [task_similarity] Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers (51-6041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve hand-stitching techniques, working with various materials, and performing repairs or alterations requiring precision manual work.
    data: Manual sewing techniques
    data: Material patching tasks
    data: Finger Dexterity requirements
  [transferable_skill] Upholsterers (51-6093.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Hand sewers' pattern-making, measuring, and fabric assembly skills transfer directly to upholstery work with furniture and home furnishings.
    data: Pattern drawing and cutting
    data: Fabric joining techniques
    data: Measuring and aligning parts
  [knowledge_overlap] Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers (51-6092.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require understanding of fabric properties, garment construction, and pattern development, with hand sewers often creating patterns as part of their work.
    data: Draw and cut patterns task
    data: Design knowledge
    data: Production and Processing knowledge

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['hand sewer', 'hand stitching', 'needle work', 'embroidery', 'basting', 'fagoting', 'custom sewing', 'alteration specialist']
  exclude_keywords : ['machine operator', 'automated', 'industrial sewing', 'mass production', 'assembly line']
  title_patterns   : ['Hand Sewer', 'Alteration Specialist', 'Custom Seamstress', 'Embroidery Specialist', 'Beadworker']
  common_variations: ['hand sewers', 'custom hand sewing', 'manual stitching', 'hand embroidery', 'alteration work', 'bespoke sewing', 'artisan sewing', 'craft sewing']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'materials', 'hand', 'techniques', 'principles', 'control', 'objects', 'includes', 'sewing', 'ideas', 'problems', 'quality', 'human', 'production', 'design', 'activities', 'body', 'attention']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01518  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  25  0.00903  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:4%  inference:4%
materials                  19  0.00687  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  dwas:26%  onet_tasks:16%
hand                       19  0.00687  inference            inference:58%  onet_dimensions:37%  wikipedia:5%
techniques                 16  0.00578  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00578  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    14  0.00506  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
objects                    13  0.00470  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
includes                   12  0.00434  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
sewing                     11  0.00398  inference            inference:82%  onet_tasks:18%
ideas                      11  0.00398  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
quality                    10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  wikipedia:10%
human                      10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:20%  wikipedia:10%
production                 10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:20%
design                     10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:20%  dwas:10%
activities                 10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
attention                   9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  wikipedia:11%
problem                     9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
resources                   9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
needed                      8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
products                    8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:25%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
sewers                      8  0.00289  inference            inference:75%  wikipedia:25%
specifications              7  0.00253  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:29%  dwas:29%  inference:29%
understand                  7  0.00253  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%