Course Description
Embark on a Tailored Adventure: Master the Craft of Personalized Sewing!
What is it that captivates us about clothing? Is it the vibrant colors that paint our world? The intricate designs that mirror our personalities? Or that elusive, perfect fit that feels like a whispered secret between fabric and skin?
The quest for the 'perfect' outfit often ends in a compromise. You'll find colors that evoke emotions, designs that resonate with your style, but the fit? That’s the trickiest of all. Every human silhouette tells a unique story, yet mass-produced clothing rarely celebrates this diversity. They're created for the 'average', and if your body doesn’t conform to these norms, that chic outfit might hang on you like a misfit melody. But here’s the silver lining - the power to change this rests in your hands, or rather, your fingertips. Enter the enchanting realm of sewing!
Contrary to popular belief, crafting your own wardrobe isn’t a Herculean task. This course isn't just a mere instruction manual; it's a journey. Starting from the basics - choosing the right fabric that speaks to your soul, decoding the mysterious symbols on pattern envelopes, and getting intimately acquainted with your sewing machine. And, as you delve deeper, you'll discover the joys of piecing together a garment, stitch by stitch.
Imagine this: Your maiden venture into this craft will be a cozy pair of pajamas, introducing you to the foundational techniques. From there, you'll ascend to constructing an elegant jacket, and a sleek skirt showcasing a flawless centered zipper. Your odyssey will continue through the meticulous world of shirts and blouses, mastering the finesse required for crisp cuffs, graceful collars, and those dainty buttons and buttonholes. And the grand finale? A pair of trousers tailored to drape you perfectly.
By the culmination of this course, you'll not only understand patterns but make them dance to your tune. The clothes you craft will not just be garments; they will be extensions of your essence.
So, don a cloak of enthusiasm and let your creativity flow. Spotted an ensemble in a store that you adored but couldn’t wear? Find a kindred pattern and let us guide you in reshaping it into a masterpiece that’s uniquely yours.
The world of custom clothing beckons. Are you ready to stitch your story?
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Learning Outcomes
- Summarize sewing basics.
- Identify your sewing machine.
- Describe fabric.
- Describe all about patterns.
- Demonstrate hand sewing.
- Demonstrate pattern adjustments.
- Demonstrate pattern layout.
- Demonstrate sewing pajamas.
- Demonstrate sewing an unlined jacket.
- Demonstrate sewing a skirt.
- Demonstrate sewing a shirt or blouse.
- Demonstrate sewing pants.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
---|---|
An Introduction | 5 points |
Lesson 1 Exam | 40 points |
Lesson 2 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 2 Exam | 45 points |
Lesson 3 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 3 Exam | 50 points |
Lesson 4 Exam | 40 points |
Lesson 5 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 5 Exam | 50 points |
Lesson 6 Exam | 45 points |
Lesson 7 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 7 Exam | 40 points |
Lesson 8 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 8 Exam | 45 points |
Lesson 9 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 9 Exam | 35 points |
Lesson 10 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 10 Exam | 40 points |
Lesson 11 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 11 Exam | 30 points |
Lesson 12 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 12 Exam | 45 points |
Lesson 13 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 13 Exam | 45 points |
Lesson 14 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 14 Exam | 50 points |
Lesson 15 Assignment | 25 points |
Lesson 15 Exam | 45 points |
The Final Exam | 66 points |