Tailoring and Cutting (Fashion Designing)
Course Overview
Course Materials
Tailoring and Cutting (Fashion Designing)
Unlock the world of fashion with our Tailoring and Cutting course. Master the art of creating bespoke garments, from pattern making to final stitching, for a career in haute couture or bespoke fashion.
Course Modules
Pattern Making
- Introduction to Pattern Making
- Measuring and Fitting Techniques
- Creating Custom Patterns
Tailoring and Garment Construction
- Fabric Selection and Preparation
- Tailoring Techniques for Various Fabrics
- Garment Construction and Finishing
Fashion Design and Styling
- Introduction to Fashion Design Principles
- Styling and Trend Forecasting
- Creating a Fashion Portfolio
Fashion Photography and Portfolio Development
- Introduction to Fashion Photography
- Building a Professional Portfolio
- Editing and Post-Production Techniques
Course Syllabus
Section A: Basic Tailoring
| Unit | Contents | Theory | Practical |
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| 1 | Introduction to Sewing Machine | Machine Operation, Parts, Safety, Maintenance | Operating, Removing/Refixing Parts, Cleaning/Oiling |
| 2 | Tools and Equipments | Description of Drafting, Cutting, Stitching Tools | Practice with Scissors, Shapper, L Scale, etc. |
| 3 | Trade Terminology | Terms for Drafting, Cutting, Stitching | Practice Using Proper Terms |
| 4 | Measurement Taking | Tape Measurement, L Scale, Precautions | Practice with Tape, L Scale, Sequencing |
| 5 | Drafting/Pattern Making | Need, Method, Simple Drafting, Pattern Making | Paper Pattern Cutting |
| 6 | Basic Stitching | Hand Stitches, Machine Stitches, Decorative Stitches | Sample Pieces of Stitches |
| 7 | Construction Skills | Seams, Drafts, Tucks, Pleats, etc. | Sample Pieces Using Construction Skills |
| 8 | Selection of Cloth | Selecting Right Fabric, Identification | |
| 9 | Estimation of Cloth | Estimation by Measurements | Practical Estimation Exercises |
| 10 | Colour Concept | Colour Combination, Contrast, Harmony | Practical Colour Selection |
| 11 | Simple Cutting and Stitching | Marking, Leaving Margin, Stitching Skills | Marking, Cutting, Stitching Practices |
Section B: Cutting & Stitching
| Unit | Contents | Theory | Practical |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Construction Skills | Velcrow, Elastic, Fixing | Practical Work on Tailoring Skills |
Garment Stitching (Choose One):
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MODULE-II (CODE 606 AND 706) DRESS MAKING
Section A: Advanced Construction Skills
| Unit | Contents | Theory | Practical |
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| 1 | Construction Skills | Facing, Binding, Zip Application, Elastic Insertion, Design Darts, Yokes & Midriff, Waist Band Application | Practice in Construction Skills |
| 2 | Tailoring Skills | Notch Collar, Roll Collar | Drafting, Paper Pattern Making, Cutting, and Stitching of:
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| 3 | Other Skills | Tailor Marks, Fittings & Alterations, New Garments from Old Fabric/Garments | Practical Applications |
| 4 | Pressing & Packing Skills (Folding) | Precautions, Pressing of Various Fabrics, Packing (Folding) of Garments | Practical Pressing and Folding |
Section B: Garment Making & Dress Designing
| Unit | Contents | Theory | Practical |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Designing | Dress Designing Principles & Concepts | |
| 2 | Pattern Making | Creative Pattern Making, Types of Patterns & Bodice Block | Sample Making |
| 3 | Bodice Blocks | Measurement Taking, Drafting, and Pattern Making for:
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| 4 | Manipulation and Adjustment | Concept, Dart/Sleeve/Collar Manipulation, Adjustment for Different Figures | Practical Manipulation and Adjustment Exercises |
| 5 | Pockets/Cuff/Jackets Fittings | Fitting Problems and Correction | Practice in Correcting Patterns |
| 6 | Colour Concept | Colour Concept and Harmony in Designing | Preparation of Colour Concept Samples |