Sewing and Design Specialization

Course summary

• M1: Influences + Materials

  • Inspirations in African fabrics and essential sewing

  • Inspiration from Iconic Designers and Vintage Finds

  • From Trapunto Techniques to Vintage Patterns

  • Vibrant African Prints

  • Heritage and Sustainability

  • Essential Tools for Home Sewing

  • Dressmaking Essentials: Pattern Drafting and Sewing

  • Essential Tools and Materials for Pattern Cutting

  • Materials and Tools for Making a Denim Backpack

• M2: Sewing Machine

  • Introduction

  • Getting to Know the Machine

  • Common Sewing Machine Issues

  • Setting Up the Sewing Machine

  • Troubleshooting Stitching Problems

  • Taking Care of Your Sewing Machine

• M3: Basic Sewing Techniques

  • Introduction

  • Main Stitches

  • First Steps for Sewing

  • Seam Finishes 1

  • Seam Finishes 2

  • Shirring Elastic

  • Gathering

  • Free Motion Embroidery

  • Basic Stitches

  • A Concealed Zipper

  • Adapting the Seams

  • Designing the Front

• M4: Fabrics

  • Introduction

  • Choosing the Right Fabric and Preparing to Sew - Part 1

  • Choosing the Right Fabric and Preparing to Sew - Part 2

  • Choosing Your Fabric

  • How to Handle Different Fabrics

• M5: Pattern Making Basics

  • Introduction

  • Taking Your Measurements

  • Taking Measurements

  • Drafting Your Pattern - Part 1

  • Drafting Your Pattern - Part 2

  • Preparing Your Fabric - Part 1

  • Preparing Your Fabric - Part 2

  • Folding, Mapping, and Cutting - Part 1

  • Folding, Mapping, and Cutting - Part 2

  • Flat Pattern Cutting and Useful Terminology

  • Darts, Curves, Squaring off, and Seam Allowance

• M6: Techniques for Sewing a Dress

  • Sewing the Bodice - Part 1

  • Sewing the Bodice - Part 2

  • Sewing the Bodice - Part 3

  • Preparing the Skirt - Part 1

  • Preparing the Skirt - Part 2

  • Preparing the Skirt - Part 3

  • Neckline Finishing - Part 1

  • Neckline Finishing - Part 2

  • Buttons and Buttonholes

  • Finishing Touches - Part 1

  • Finishing Touches - Part 2

• M7: Sewing a Shirred Dress

  • Sewing Your Dress - Part 1

  • Sewing Your Dress - Part 2

  • Sewing Your Dress - Part 3

  • Finishing Your Dress - Part 1

  • Finishing Your Dress - Part 2

  • Finishing Your Dress - Part 3

• M8: Sewing a Peplum Top

  • Adding Darts to the Bodice

  • Preparing the Facing - Part 1

  • Preparing the Facing - Part 2

  • Sewing the Pieces Together - Part 1

  • Sewing the Pieces Together - Part 2

  • Inserting the Zipper

  • Hemming Curves Edges

• M9: Sewing Trousers

  • Drafting a Two-Piece Waistband

  • Drafting the Pockets

  • Drafting the Fly and Trouser Legs - Part 1

  • Drafting the Fly and Trouser Legs - Part 2

  • Stitching: Darts, Pockets, and Fly - Part 1

  • Stitching: Darts, Pockets, and Fly - Part 2

  • Stitching: Darts, Pockets, and Fly - Part 3

  • Legs and Waistband - Part 1

  • Legs and Waistband - Part 2

  • The Welt Back Pocket and Belt Loops

  • Alternative Trouser Styles

• M10: Sewing a Backpack

  • Sewing the Straps - Part 1

  • Sewing the Straps - Part 2

  • Lining Your Backpack

• M11: Taking Care of Your Projects

  • The Way You Take Care of Your Clothes Matters

  • Sustainable Sewing

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