Description
The Advanced Sewing course provides an extension of sewing skills gained in Beginning Sewing by focusing on clothing construction, fit, and design consideration at the advanced level. It covers how to distinguish different types of fiber and fabric characteristics and their uses in the apparel industry. It teaches students how to produce and improve pattern alterations. The focus of the course will be aimed toward, but not limited to, outdoor gear style. Students who complete this course are able to construct outdoor gear and other advanced garments.
Objectives:
• Distinguish different types of fabric and fiber characteristics used in the sports and outdoor apparel industry.
• Identify the steps to produce a pattern.
• Demonstrate ability to produce and improve pattern alterations for an accurate fit.
• Demonstrate correct sewing construction techniques at the intermediate level to complete three functional garments.
• Demonstrate clothing