Complex Garment Construction through Pattern Making
( 30 Modules )
Module #1 Introduction to Complex Garment Construction Overview of the course, importance of pattern making in garment construction, and course objectives
Module #2 Understanding Fabric Behavior and Properties Examining fabric types, stretch, drape, and how they impact pattern making and garment construction
Module #3 Pattern Making Essentials Review Review of basic pattern making skills, including drafting blocks, creating slopers, and understanding grain lines
Module #4 Working with Curves and Darts Techniques for creating smooth curves, manipulating darts, and understanding their impact on garment fit and shape
Module #5 Creating Complex Silhouettes Designing and drafting patterns for complex silhouettes, including flared, asymmetrical, and architectural shapes
Module #6 Handling Multiple Pieces and Intersections Managing multiple pattern pieces, intersections, and seams in complex garments
Module #7 Designing and Drafting Ruffles and Gathering Techniques for creating ruffles, gathering, and shirring, and incorporating them into garment patterns
Module #8 Working with Draped Fabrics and Ruching Designing and drafting patterns for draped fabrics, ruching, and other textile manipulation techniques
Module #9 Creating Complex Sleeves and Armholes Designing and drafting patterns for complex sleeves, including bell, puff, and gathered sleeves
Module #10 Mastering the Art of Drape and Fold Techniques for creating drape and fold details, including peplums, flounces, and cascading ruffles
Module #11 Designing and Drafting for 3D Textiles Creating patterns for garments featuring 3D textiles, including pom-poms, tassels, and other embellishments
Module #12 Creating Complex Necklines and Collars Designing and drafting patterns for complex necklines, including asymmetrical, halter, and Peter Pan collars
Module #13 Drafting Patterns for Corsetry and Boning Creating patterns for corsetry, including boning, busks, and other structural elements
Module #14 Mastering the Art of Belted and Cinched Garments Designing and drafting patterns for belted and cinched garments, including peplum tops and fitted dresses
Module #15 Creating Complex Skirts and Hemlines Designing and drafting patterns for complex skirts, including tiered, asymmetrical, and irregular hemlines
Module #16 Working with Translucent and Sheer Fabrics Techniques for designing and drafting patterns for garments featuring translucent and sheer fabrics
Module #17 Mastering the Art of Layering and Overlapping Designing and drafting patterns for garments featuring layering, overlapping, and other complex construction techniques
Module #18 Creating Complex Jackets and Coats Designing and drafting patterns for complex outerwear, including jackets, coats, and trench coats
Module #19 Drafting Patterns for Knit Fabrics Creating patterns for garments featuring knit fabrics, including sweaters, cardigans, and knit dresses
Module #20 Creating Complex Accessories and Embellishments Designing and drafting patterns for complex accessories, including hats, bags, and other embellishments
Module #21 Working with Unconventional Materials and Textures Techniques for designing and drafting patterns for garments featuring unconventional materials and textures
Module #22 Solving Common Pattern Making Challenges Troubleshooting common pattern making issues, including fitting, proportion, and construction problems
Module #23 Creating a Complex Garment Collection Designing and drafting patterns for a cohesive garment collection, including theme development, fabric selection, and styling
Module #24 Advanced Pattern Making Techniques Exploring advanced pattern making techniques, including 3D modeling, marker making, and grading
Module #25 Industry Insights and Trends Examining current industry trends, designer showcases, and future directions in complex garment construction
Module #26 Case Studies:Real-World Complex Garment Construction Analyzing real-world examples of complex garment construction, including challenges, solutions, and design decisions
Module #27 Final Project:Design and Draft a Complex Garment Students design and draft a complex garment of their own, incorporating skills learned throughout the course
Module #28 Final Project:Construct and Finish a Complex Garment Students construct and finish their complex garment, incorporating advanced construction techniques and attention to detail
Module #29 Final Project:Showcase and Reflection Students showcase their completed garments, reflect on their learning journey, and receive feedback from instructors and peers
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Complex Garment Construction through Pattern Making career
