FASH 0004A. Basic Clothing Construction

Units: 3
Hours: 108 (27 lecture, 81 laboratory)
Techniques of garment construction; use of commercial patterns, pattern alterations, and fitting techniques; comparison of construction techniques and costs between ready-to-wear and custom-made clothing; the social and psychological aspects of clothing selection, with emphasis on basic design principles. (CSU)

FASH 0004A - Basic Clothing Construction

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Hours: 108 (27 lecture, 81 laboratory) Description: Techniques of garment construction; use of commercial patterns, pattern alterations, and fitting techniques; comparison of construction techniques and costs between ready-to-wear and custom-made clothing; the social and psychological aspects of clothing selection, with emphasis on basic design principles. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 27 Laboratory 81 By Arrangement Contact Hours 108 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate understanding of how to thread, safely operate and store a sewing machine. Create a cost sheet to include fabric selection and adjustments made to a commercial plan. Demonstrate basic skill techniques of hand sewing. Demonstrate basic skill techniques of machine sewing. Course Content Outline I. Basic principles of design in clothing selection and wardrobe planning II. Use and care of sewing equipment III. Selection and alteration of commercial patterns A. Measurements/Sizing B. Altering length, width and silhouette IV. Study of fashion fabrics--construction and care V. Prepare technique samples in woven fabric VI. Construction of three garments or the equivalent using woven fabrics with emphasis on: A. appropriate seam and seam finishes and hand stitches B. appropriate use of interfacings, and/or linings C. appropriate construction of darts, gathers, cuffs, sleeves, closures (centered and lapped zippers, buttons, and buttonholes, snaps, hook and eyes), pockets, hems, tucks, pleats, necklines, plackets, collars, waistbands/casings and/or seam finishes VII. Cost analysis of each project Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Follow the threading of the machine to prepare to sew; 2. estimate the yardage required for sewing projects based on measurements, fabric width and the information found on the pattern chart; 3. observe and demonstrate correct method for cutting, and marking options for different fabric types; 4. observe pattern adjustment procedures; 5. identify appropriate seams and seam finishes for garment construction; 6. distinguish appropriate use of interfacings, underlining, and/or linings to garment construction; 7. follow step by step instructional demonstration of required technique samples for: darts, gathers, cuffs, sleeves, closures (zippers, buttons, and buttonholes, snaps, hook and eyes), pockets, hems, tucks, pleats, necklines, plackets, collars, and waistbands/casings in fabric; 8. demonstrate skill in basic techniques of hand and machine sewing based on the notebook of samples; 9. detect basic principles of design in clothing selection and wardrobe planning; 10. create cost sheet analysis; and 11. customize finished garments from commercial patterns. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Mimic the threading of the sewing machine and perform sewing test on machine; 2. outside of class make fabric selection and purchase using the pattern chart information; 3. prepare garments for sewing by cutting according to the pattern and selecting the appropriate method for marking the fabric; 4. adjust commercial patterns for improved fit and customization based on basic pattern adjustments; 5. apply appropriate seam and seam finishes to garment construction; 6. choose appropriate interfacings and placement in garment construction; 7. create darts, gathers, cuffs, sleeves, closures (centered and lapped zippers, buttons, and buttonholes, snaps, hook and eyes), pockets, hems, tucks, pleats, necklines, plackets, collars and/or waistbands/casings in fabric as examples of sewing techniques; 8. demonstrate skill in basic techniques of hand and machine by replicating samples based on the notebook of samples; 9. follow basic principles of design in fabric and pattern selection for class sewing projects; and 10. construct at least 2 garments from commercial patterns making fabric and trim selections to express design sensibility. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Projects Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read the selection in your assigned reading on estimating yardage and be prepared for discussion/demonstration. 2. Students will be looking at current fashion publications and Internet sources to find examples of styles and fashion details. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Complete 2 garments in fashion fabric. 2. Complete 5 pattern alterations. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Complete a garment details/styles notebook. 2. Complete a notebook of sewing technique samples as a culmination of all techniques practiced during the semester. Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Sewing supplies; sewing box, shears, small scissors, pinking shears, tape measure, thimble, seam ripper, pins, pin cushion, needles, thread, tracing wheel, tracing paper, basting tape, marking tools, bobbins and scotch tape. Fabric, patterns and notions for samples and at least 2 styles.