FLAT PATTERN DESIGN

(FASH342/845)

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The study of the theory and application of the flat pattern method used to create patterns for the design of apparel.  The drafted master pattern is used to develop a variety of bodices, skirts, sleeves, collars, and shirts.  The student applies developed skills to create original garments which emphasize design principles, flat patternmaking, prototype development, fit, and assembly techniques.  Prerequisite: FASH243 Advanced Apparel Construction.

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

             Learn fundamental principles and generalizations of flat patternmaking.

             Develop specific skills, competencies and points of view needed by professionals

             in the field.

             Develop creative capacities.

 

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Draft the basic bodice, skirt, sleeve, and torso sloper from measurements.

2. Alter and fit a muslin prototype of the sloper.

3. Demonstrate the basic flat pattern techniques used to develop alternative styles from the basic sloper.  (See reading assignments for exact list of pattern techniques).

4. Use the principles of the basic flat pattern techniques to develop patterns for unique designs not included in the text.

5. Demonstrate the complete process of designing a garment, drafting the working pattern and finished pattern, developing the prototype, and constructing the finished garment.

6. Identify and sketch basic silhouettes and style details.

 

 

TEXTS

Required:          Helen Joseph Armstrong.  Patternmaking for Fashion Design.

                        Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing.

                          Sample Notebook (developed in Principles of Construction)

 

ASSIGNMENTS, EXAMS, AND GRADING

 

15%      FLAT PATTERN HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS

                         Pattern samples neatly labelled and mounted, showing flat pattern-making techniques.

 

20%      SLOPER DRAFTING ASSIGNMENT

 

Drafting basic bodice, skirt, and sleeve.

Fitting basic shell to body.

Transferring draft to oaktag.

 

25%      GARMENT PROJECT ASSIGNMENT

 

Design:

Innovative self-design of dress, jacket and dress, jacket and skirt, coat, etc.  Design must include details that will give further experience in patternmaking and design (e.g. innovative seamline location, button closures, sleeve, collars, fullness techniques).

 

Sketches:

Must include 3 variations of designs or 3 separate coordinated designs.  Sketches must be suitable for class presentation.  Each design must be on a separate sheet of unlined paper no smaller than

                                       8½ x 11.  Back view must be included.

 

Fabric:

Muslin for prototype. 

                                       Fashion fabric for final garment.

 

Construction:

Couture.

 

Garment design must be approved by instructor before work begins on final project.  Working pattern must be approved before work begins on assembling muslin prototype.

 

 

20%      MID-TERM EXAM

 

20%      FINAL EXAM

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100%    TOTAL

 

 

REQUIRED SUPPLIES and EQUIPMENT

stitching equipment

paper scissors

ruler, small T-square, or L-square

large L-square (available in design lab)

curves  (available in design lab)

compass

tape

pencil

eraser

pencil sharpener

fine point felt tip pen (waterproof)

notebook or folder for pattern samples

oaktag (provided by instructor)

drafting paper (provided by instructor)

3½ yds sloper fabric (provided by instructor)

muslin for pattern samples (approx. 2 yards)

muslin for project proofs (approx. 3 yards)

fashion fabric and notions for final garment

sewing machine (access to a sewing machine outside of the Design Studio is   

     highly recommended)

 

 

CLASS GUIDELINES   

1. The successful completion of projects WILL REQUIRE SIGNIFICANTWORK  TIME  BEYOND THE SCHEDULED CLASS TIME.

2. CLASS ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED and will be evaluated for each project.  Being late to class and discussing irrelevant topics during laboratory work sessions is unprofessional.

3. All homework, assignments and projects are due on the date and time listed on the syllabus. Homework will not be accepted after the due date. Other assignments and projects submitted after the specified time will lose one-third letter grade on that day and will lose an additional one-third letter grade for each additional day late including weekends and non-scheduled class days (e.g. a grade of B+ will drop to B on first day late, B- for second day late, and so on ).  Arrangements for handing in late items due to a valid reason such as serious illness, must be approved prior to the due date and be accompanied by a doctor's note or verification.

4. You may work in the Design Studio whenever it is not being used for a class.  Please clean up your work area and return all equipment to its proper storage area before leaving.

5. To prevent soiling students' design project fabrics, food and beverages are prohibited in the Design Studio.

 

 

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