STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Analyze garment construction

 II.     Create pattern pieces for basic garments: tunics, pants, etc.

 III.    Select appropriate fabrics

 IV.     Understand cleaning requirements and methods

 V.      Operate a sewing machine

 VI.     Demonstrate understanding of cutting techniques

 VII.    Construct basic garments and bags

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Types of Fabric

         A.      Affordable cottons, muslin and polyester combinations

         B.      Velvet, satin and leather

         C.      Specialty fabrics

         D.      Cleaning requirements and methods for all fabrics

 II.     Basic Pattern Interpretation

         A.      Types of Patterns

         B.      Interpreting Patterns

         C.      Combining Pattern Pieces

         D.      Basic Pattern Pieces

 III.    Sewing Techniques

         A.      Operating Sewing Machines

         B.      Types of Sewing Machines

         C.      Types and Applications of stitching

         D.      Hand-sewing and basting Techniques

 IV.     Basic Construction Techniques

         A.      Basic garment construction ¿ shirts, pants, skirts, robes and dresses.

         B.      Specialty construction ¿ hats, leggings, and accessories.

         C.      Hands-on practice on all skills taught in class

 V.      Final Projects (May Change at Instructors discretion)

         A.      Final projects that demonstrate mastery of skills taught.

         B.      Display and use of final projects in play production.