10 Soft Materials - Fabric

Course Overview

Term 1
- Introduction to Year 10 Fashion - Learning how to thread, operate and care for the Bernina Sewing Machine properly and safely.
- Learning about the sewing equipment/tools and it's correct use and care.
- Learning to do basic sewing stitches (plain stitches, zig zag stitches, embroidery stitches and applique)
- Working on Storage Unit (sewing a drawstring bag which will be used to store the sewing stuff for practical lessons).

Term 2
Working on My Space Unit
- Do research on My Space (Living room, Bedroom or study room at home)
- Brainstorming ideas of what needs to be made depending on the issue, context and brief for My Space.
- Drawing conceptual designs of the project (cushion cover, pillow case, hanging pocket organizer etc.)
- Choosing the fabric and stitching the project by following the instructions.

Term 3
Working on "Here Comes the Sun" Unit
- Study of Commercial Patterns: Pattern symbols, pattern symbol names and it's meanings.
- Learning how to do pattern layout, pinning, transferring pattern markings and cutting out the patterns.
- Decide to make a garment for either upper or lower part of the body for eg. T-Shirt, Singlet, Skirt, Shorts, Pants or T-Shirt Dress.
- Follow step by step instructions to complete the garment.
- Complete the workbook activities.

Term 4
Working on "Using recycled fabrics to make Christmas decorations/gifts" Unit
- Brainstorming Christmas decoration/gift ideas including the colors, designs, purpose and use.
- Sketching the design ideas and annotate notes about the details (for whom the decoration/gift is for).
- Creating/designing your own patterns for the chosen decoration/gift ideas.
- Stitching the designed project.