FAS3120 Wearable Art

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

Description: Students will construct an original design using yardage created from textile or nonfibre material.
Prerequisite: None
Supporting courses: FAS1030: Sewing Fundamentals FAS1190: Textile Arts 1 FAS2190: Textile Arts 2 FAS3030: Pattern Drafting 2

Outcomes The student will:

1 investigate current trends in fashion related to wearable art
- 1.1 describe the characteristics of wearable art
- 1.2 discuss the application of artistic elements
- 1.3 discuss the use of diverse materials in creating wearable art
- 1.4 generate possible ideas for the project; e.g., recyclable, eco-friendly
2 identify ways to create an innovative project
- 2.1 identify the impact of elements and principles of design on the creation of yardage
- 2.2 experiment with a variety of techniques to create yardage; e.g., recyclable materials, using an embroidery machine, embellishing, quilting, tufting, weaving
- 2.3 research ideas for potential use of the techniques, considering:
  - 2.3.1 skill level
  - 2.3.2 time
  - 2.3.3 cost
  - 2.3.4 availability of material
  - 2.3.5 wearability/durability/care requirements
3 demonstrate techniques as they relate to the project
- 3.1 create yardage from textiles or nonfibre material
- 3.2 select a commercial pattern; sketch, design and draft a pattern; or drape the created textile
- 3.3 complete the project using appropriate techniques related to:
  - 3.3.1 design
  - 3.3.2 fit
  - 3.3.3 pressing
  - 3.3.4 construction
  - 3.3.5 finishing
4 apply skills at an appropriate level in creating and assembling a wearable art project
- 4.1 demonstrate management skills
- 4.2 use resources appropriately
- 4.3 demonstrate the use of three techniques at the advanced level
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