Pattern Making & Sewing 1

Build the technical foundation needed to turn ideas into garments. Pattern Making & Sewing 1 introduces students to basic pattern development, measurement, and garment construction, giving them the confidence to begin working independently with patterns and a sewing machine.

Students learn how to develop basic blocks using their own or given measurements, translate measurements into flat patterns, and apply fundamental sewing and construction techniques. Through hands-on practice, they build familiarity with the sewing machine while developing the technical skills needed to bring their designs from paper into form.

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MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION:

Classes are conducted primarily in English.

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SCHEDULE:

Face to Face - Saturdays | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | February 27, 2027 - June 26, 2027 

NOTE: Class schedules are subject to change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will notify enrolled students of any updates or changes to the class schedule.

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COURSE OUTLINE:

• Week 1: Introduction to Sewing Tools and Equipment; Discussion on Taking Body Measurements
• Weeks 2–4: Lecture and Demonstration on Sewing Machine Usage and Preparation of Sewing Materials
• Week 5: Drafting the Basic Skirt and Waistband
• Weeks 6–8: Demonstration of Various Seams, Hems, and Finishes
• Week 9: Midterm Assessment: Machine Threading and Operation
• Week 10: Individual Consultations (Conducted During Class Hours)
• Weeks 11–13: Discussion and Practice of Sewing the Basic Skirt
• Weeks 14–15: Drafting the Basic Bodice
• Week 16: Drafting the Basic Sleeve
• Week 17: Sewing the Bodice and Sleeve
• Week 18: Transferring Patterns to Hard Paper and Fitting the Bodice, Sleeve, and Skirt

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MATERIALS NEEDED:

• Muslin- 10 yards
• Thread, Hand Sewing Needle
• Cloth Shears, Paper Scissors, Thread Cutter
• Bias Tape
• Zipper (regular 7”- 2 pcs, Invisible- 2 pcs)
• Buttons, Hook and Eye, Snaps
• Pattern Paper (at least 6 sheets)
• Pencils, Pen, Marker, Tailor’s Chalk, Eraser
• Rulers (2”x 18” Grading Ruler, Hip Curve, French Curve)
• Stiff Paper or Bristol Board
• Bobbins and bobbin case for Hi-Speed
• Screwdriver
• Regular Presser foot for high-speed

SEWING MATERIALS:

• Regular Zipper Foot and Invisible Zipper Foot for Hi-Speed
• Pack Hi-Speed Sewing Machine Needles DB 11 0r 14
• Tweezers for edging machine Materials added for face-to-face classes

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PAYMENT TERMS:

For your convenience, SoFA accepts credit and debit cards, GCash, GrabPay, Maya, and Buy Now, Pay Later installment plans through BillEase and Atome, available via PayMongo at checkout.