Course A

Suggested Age

Teen – Beginner

Prerequisite

None

Purpose

Basic sewing machine function and safety
Fashion design/sketching development
Cotton: from Dirt to Shirt
Fibers & Fabrics
Fibers Content & care Labeling
Garment construction
Fashion Show development
Produce a portfolio of 1st semester work

Course B

Suggested Age

Teens - Intermediate

Prerequisite

Completed 2007-2008 Apparel Construction Techniques I
or show examples of items sewn to demonstrate student is ready for intermediate class

Purpose

Have goals set based on each her individual skill level
Increase Fashion Design/Sketching/Portfolio Development Skills
Obtain the skills necessary to create more complicated garments
Take an intermediate level role in Year End Fashion Show Production
Research a famous Fashion or Costume Designer and present information to entire class