Introduction to Fashion Construction is a hands-on workshop that teaches the fundamentals of garment creation. Through guided exercises, they'll develop skills in pattern making, fabric cutting, and sewing, culminating in the creation of a basic torso blouse and pencil skirt. With hands-on guidance from an instructor, students will gain the confidence and skills to bring their fashion ideas to life!
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SCHEDULE:
FACE TO FACE
Tuesday and Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | June 3, 2025 to July 4, 2025
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Faculty: Richard Papa
COURSE OUTLINE
Session 1: Getting Started: Measurements & Math
The session will start with an introduction to garment construction. Students will learn the importance of accurate body measurements, fractions in pattern making, and how precision leads to a perfect fit.
Session 2: Thread, Test, and Sew: Meet your Machine
In this session, the participants will learn the machine operation, sewing exercises, and an introduction to the edging machine for clean finishes.
Session 3: Seamless Details: The Finishing Touches
In this session, the participants will explore essential seam finishes and fasteners that enhance the durability and aesthetics of your garments.
Session 4: Pattern & Precision: Pencil Skirt
In this session, the students will learn how to draft a pattern and cut fabric for a custom-fit pencil skirt.
Session 5: Stitching It Together: Pencil Skirt
In this session, students will bring their pencil skirt to life by assembling the fabric pieces and sewing them together with the instructor's guidance.
Session 6: The Final Details – Pencil Skirt
In this session, students will focus on refining their skirt with essential finishing techniques, ensuring a polished and well-constructed result.
Session 7: Designing the Perfect Fit – Torso Blouse
In this session, students will advance their skills by drafting a pattern for a torso blouse, preparing them for more complex garment construction.
Session 8: Fabric Cutting: Torso Blouse
In this session, students will practice precision cutting techniques to ensure their blouse pieces are accurately prepared for assembly.
Session 9: Sewing the Torso Blouse
In this session, students will learn how to stitch and assemble their blouse using professional sewing techniques for a structured, well-fitted design.
Session 10: Final Touches – Torso Blouse
In this session, students will refine and complete their blouse, applying final finishing techniques to create a polished, ready-to-wear garment.
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MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT
- 1 piece A4 Clear book 20 sleeves
- 20 sheets A4 bond paper
- 1 piece Black Marker
- 1 piece Tape measure
- 1 pack Needle DC #11
- 1 piece 9” fabric scissors
- 6 yards Muslin (katcha), medium weight
- 1 piece Tailors Chalk (Dixon)
- 2mm & 5mm Flat head screwdriver (1 piece each)
- Bobbin winder and Bobbin case for high speed sewing machine (1 piece each)
- 1 pack Needle DB #11
- 1 pack Pearl pins
- 1 piece Pin cushion
- 1 cone 3,000meter Thread, red
- 1 piece Seam guide, magnetic
- 1 piece Thread trimmer
- 1 piece Seam ripper
- 1 piece Standard presser foot for high speed sewing machine
- 1 piece Unilateral foot for high speed sewing machine (left and right)
- 1 piece Zipper foot for high speed sewing machine
- 1 piece Pencil #2
- 1 piece Soft eraser
- 1 piece Sharpener
- 1 piece All-in-One Ruler
- 25 sheets Grid Pattern Paper
- 1 piece ½” masking tape
- 1 piece 8” paper scissors
- 1 piece Tracing wheel
- 1 piece Dressmaking tracing paper (Na Na Na)
- 1 pack Hand sewing needle
- 1 piece 10” Invisible zipper
- 1 piece 16” Open end zipper, red
- 2 pieces 8” Ordinary zipper, red
- 1 set Hook & bar for skirt big
- 1 set Hook and eye small
- 1 yard Pellon 1025 Fusible
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A Certificate of Attendance will be given to each student who has successfully completed the program.
Non-Refundable & Non-Transferable. Please be informed that once the Workshop has started payment for the program will be non-refundable and non-transferable.
Name Registration. In order to properly enroll to the Workshop the name to be registered should be the name of the student.
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