Pattern Making & Sewing 1
Students will learn how to develop basic blocks based on their own or given measurements. The course will allow students to gain confidence in basic sewing and construction techniques. Students will learn how to transfer measurements to flat patterns and develop basic skills in the usage of the sewing machine.
Students will learn basic sewing machine skills to gain confidence in basic sewing and construction techniques. They will learn how to develop basic blocks based on given measurements or their own and how to transfer measurements to flat patterns. Classes will be taught mainly in English.
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SCHEDULE:
FACE TO FACE
Pattern Making and Sewing 1 - A
Saturday | 8:00 AM - 1100 AM | March 1, 2025 - June 28, 2025
Pattern Making and Sewing 1 - C
Saturday | 12:00 NN - 3:00 PM | March 1, 2025 - June 28, 2025
ONLINE
Pattern Making and Sewing 1 - B
Monday | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Synchronous) 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM (Asynchronous) | February 24, 2025 - June 23, 2025
NOTE: Class schedules may change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will contact enrolled students regarding any updates or changes to this class schedule.
This course runs for 1 semester or approximately 4 to 5 months.
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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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OUTCOMES:
The course aims to impart students with introductory knowledge of pattern drafting for ladies’ apparel and teach basic sewing techniques using industrial machines.
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PAYMENT TERMS:
Payment for Credit/Debit Card, GrabPay, Gcash, Paymaya, and Buy Now Pay Later via BillEase and Atome Installment Plan is now available through PayMongo upon CHECK OUT.
Enrolling students can settle tuition for this course in full upon enrollment or avail of our 2-part Installment Plan. Upon checkout, please click on the appropriate payment term to confirm your initial enrollment.
ONLINE:
- Full Payment
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 31,840.15
- 2-Part Installment Plan
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 17,420.07
- 2nd Payment: PHP 17,420.07
- 12-Part Installment Plan (via Bukas)
- If you choose to avail of this installment plan, please get in touch with our Admission Office at admissions@sofa.edu.ph
FACE TO FACE:
- Full Payment
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 31,840.15
- 2-Part Installment Plan
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 17,420.07
- 2nd Payment: PHP 17,420.07
- 12-Part Installment Plan (via Bukas)
- If you choose to avail of this installment plan, please get in touch with our Admission Office at admissions@sofa.edu.ph
NOTE: For students availing the 2-part Installment Plan, succeeding payments may be settled directly with our Finance Office. Post-dated checks will be required for all installment plans. For more information, kindly email admissions@sofa.edu.ph.