HAP017 - Draping for Fashion Design

Delivery Options In-Person

Course Description

Fashion designers use draping to create patterns for their designs. You will learn pinning and shaping techniques by manipulating muslin on a dress form. **Projects and class schedule may be adjusted to reflect the abilities and pace of the students in course

Notes

ELIGIBLE GRADES: High School students entering grades 9 through 12 as of the upcoming Fall semester.

See below for the required course supplies.

Five yards medium weight muslin
- The weave of the fabric should be noticeable and slightly open, ideally 58-60in width
Dressmaker pins (between 14 and 20 gauge are industry standard)
Clear graph plastic ruler (Westcott size 2x18)
A Hip Curve Ruler *and* French Curve Ruler (Alternative is one Style Design Ruler (hip and french in one))
Dressmaker scissors- 8-10” (Fiskers, Gingher, Wiss or Mundial)
Style tape (adhesive kind or twill tape non-adhesive)
Tape measure
Notebook
Pen and pencils

Please note: Students in this class will work on patterns that can be turned into fully sewn garments at home.

Please note: Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment. We recommend that you wait until a week before class starts to purchase supplies. You will be notified by email if cancellations occur. Instructor assignments are subject to change.

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