FAS3040 Contemporary Tailoring

Advanced · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description: Students create a jacket or coat, using contemporary tailoring techniques.
Prerequisite: FAS1030: Sewing Fundamentals
Parameters: Access to sewing equipment, tools and notions.
Supporting courses: FAS2130: Construction Fundamentals 2

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify the characteristics of a tailored jacket and investigate existing designs
- 1.1 identify tailoring terminology
- 1.2 identify the quality standards of a tailored garment
- 1.3 identify jacket designs suitable for tailored garments
2 identify characteristics that make pattern, fabric, support fabrics and notions acceptable for tailoring
- 2.1 identify factors to consider when selecting a pattern to tailor
- 2.2 identify patterns suitable for tailored garments
- 2.3 select a pattern or sketch or design and draft a suitable pattern
- 2.4 identify factors to consider when selecting and purchasing the fashion fabric and underlying fabrics
- 2.5 identify notions needed for tailoring; e.g., interfacing, thread
- 2.6 identify tools and equipment necessary for tailoring; e.g., pressing mitt, sleeve board
3 demonstrate the correct use of supplies, tools and techniques used in the construction of a tailored garment
- 3.1 demonstrate appropriate techniques for fabric preparation by:
  - 3.1.1 identifying a method of preshrinking fabric
  - 3.1.2 identifying care required for chosen fabric(s)
- 3.2 demonstrate techniques appropriate for pattern preparation, including:
  - 3.2.1 pattern layout; e.g., plaids, one-way designs, napped fabric
  - 3.2.2 cutting
  - 3.2.3 marking
  - 3.2.4 handling lining and interfacing
- 3.3 demonstrate techniques appropriate to the construction of a tailored garment, including:
  - 3.3.1 tailoring techniques; e.g., pad stitching
  - 3.3.2 shaping techniques
  - 3.3.3 bulk removal
  - 3.3.4 seam finishes
- 3.4 assess proper fit in a tailored project
- 3.5 complete the tailored project using appropriate techniques related to:
  - 3.5.1 fit and alterations
  - 3.5.2 pressing
  - 3.5.3 construction
  - 3.5.4 finishing
4 apply basic construction skills at an appropriate level in assembling a project
- 4.1 demonstrate management skills
- 4.2 use resources appropriately
- 4.3 demonstrate the use of three construction techniques appropriate for tailoring at the advanced level or higher
5 demonstrate safe and proficient use of sewing equipment, pressing equipment, cutting tools and sewing notions
6 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
7 demonstrate basic competencies
- 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 7.1.1 communicate
  - 7.1.2 manage information
  - 7.1.3 use numbers
  - 7.1.4 think and solve problems
- 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 7.2.2 be responsible
  - 7.2.3 be adaptable
  - 7.2.4 learn continuously
  - 7.2.5 work safely
- 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 7.3.1 work with others
  - 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
8 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 8.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 8.2 identify steps to achieve goals