Faculty Syllabus

The most current and up to date syllabus.

It is the responsibility of the student to have the most up to date information.

Students will be notified of changes to syllabus during class, via email and Blackboard, and are responsible for making changes to their own syllabus.

The following calendar is a suggested timeline for projects and is subject to change.  Dates and projects may change due to the dynamics of the class.

Students will be notified of changes to syllabus via email and Blackboard, and are responsible for making changes to their own syllabus.

Projected Course  Calendar 

Introduction

• Discussion of Syllabus/Supply List
• Demonstrations of Tools needed for course
• Discussion of Projects
• Discussion of Blackboard
• Assignment of Pattern Tools Project 
• Assignment of Mask Project
• Discussion of Final Project
• Pattern Terms Chapters 1-2 and Glossary
• How to Measure the Body
• Chapter 3

Front and Back Bodice Block 

(standard and custom measurements*)

• Bodice Slopers
• Chapter 3
• Preparing muslin
• Muslin mock up
• Matching and Truing Patterns 
• Understanding Direction Cards
• Chapter 6
• Homework Assignment-Princess Lines
• Pattern Tool Project
• Quiz on Terms  (Chapter 1-2 and Glossary)

Front and Back Skirt Block 

• Front and Back Skirt Sloper
• Muslin Mock up 
• Matching and truing patterns
• Chapter 3 and 4
• Homework Assignment- Skirt Variations

Dart Manipulation and Facings

• Slash and Spread
• Pivot Method
• Markers
• Chapter 5
• Homework Assignments-Dart Variations
• Chapter 7
• Homework Assignment-Facings

Sleeve Block

• Sleeve Sloper
• Chapter 3 and 10
• Homework  Assignment - Alternate sleeves
• Muslin Mock up 
• Matching and Truing patterns
• Quiz on Pattern/Muslin Preparation TBD

Pant Block

• Pant Sloper
• Chapter 3 and 13
• Homework Assignment - Facings/Waistbands
• Muslin Mock up Check Point
• Demonstration of Tools Proficiency TBD

*Additional Projects and Patterns.

If time allows

*Dress Block

• Dress/ Torso Sloper
• Chapter 12
• Facings
• Muslin Mock up 
• Check Point

*Other Patterns to Consider

• Collars, Cuffs, Pockets and other oddities

Final Project 

• 1completed garment a modified DRESS from the basic blocks
• Using 3 of the main Blocks drafted. must use the bodice and sleeve blocks and skirt
• Drawings/Sketches-must be presented before production of garments starts
• Slopers and Markers-must be presented before production of garments starts
• Muslin sewn
• Direction card properly filled out
• Drawings/Slopers/Markers Check Point
• One complete dress is due 
• No late project will be accepted. 

PROJECTS ARE DUE ON THE DAY DESIGNATED by the instructor.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK

Principles of Flat-Pattern Design   4th Edition    Nora M. MacDonald

ISBN:   9781563678516

This book will be an invaluable resource for your future as a pattern maker and will be something you will want to keep as a reference guide.  You will have assignments from this book and be expected to use it as a reference for class projects.

An introduction to the creative design of clothing through the flat pattern method. General principles of pattern making using the basic five-piece dress sloper. A study of dart manipulation, slashing and spreading the pattern and contouring sew lines.

Demonstrate basic pattern-making skills of dart manipulation, slashing and spreading the pattern and contouring; document terms, markings, and symbols used in production patterns; and produce basic production patterns.

REQUIRED SUPPLIES

Exclusive Kit made just for ACC Fashion Design Students for pattern tools and equipment

Flat Pattern Supply List*

2x18 Clear Ruler with (non- quilters)

“L” Square Ruler

Hip Curve

Vary Form Curve

Curve Ruler

Tracing Wheel

Mechanical Pencils (5m or 7m) 

Erasure

Markers or Colored Pencils

Notcher

Pattern Hooks

Notebook!!! To take notes!

Pattern/Paper Shears 

Pattern Paper - Alpha dot and Tag Board

Clear Matte Tape/Masking Tape

Stapler

Stapler remover

General Supply List*

Carry Case for sewing supplies

Tape Measure

Fabric Shears

Pin Cushion/holder

Pins (straight, push)

Hand Sewing Needles assorted sizes

Seam Ripper - aka your new BFF

Thread for Brother machines

Flat head screwdriver

Brother needles - pack of universal

Brother bobbins- (minimum 2)

Muslin/Cotton WOVEN fabric (must be plain fabric, no prints or patterns, NO KNITS!)

*Additional Supplies will be addressed 

Please bring a sweater or light jacket.  The Fashion Lab can be chilly at times.

EQUIPMENT RULES/SAFETY RULES

No food or drink allowed in the Fashion Lab area.  We will have breaks during class.  Plan accordingly. Table space is limited.  Please be considerate of others. Failure to follow Fashion Lab rules may result in deductions of classroom participation grade and removal from lab for the class period. Please note no food or open drinks will be allowed in class.

Classroom Lab Area

Please keep your area clean.

Tools should be placed to the side or under the table when not in use.

If you need to borrow school supplies, please check with the instructor or lab assistant for check-out procedure.  No school supplies may be taken out of the Fashion Lab.

Please Note- At this time-no tools may be borrowed from the Fashion Cabinet.  You must provide your own equipment every day you attend class.

You may be assigned a dress form to use for the semester.  This dress form is shared with other classes.  All work must be removed from forms at the end of class. Dress forms will be returned to the storage area when not in use.

NEVER PUT PINS OR NEEDLES IN YOUR MOUTH

Focus on what you are constructing.  Sewing through your fingers is a real thing! And it hurts.  Stay focused on your projects.

If you stop your machine for any reason, ALWAYS remove your foot from the pedal.

Turn off the machine for any maintenance issues.  Thread Change.  Needle Change.  Done for the day.  Turn off your machine.

Practice keeping fingers as far from the needle as possible.  If you need to do close work, slow down your speed. Fabric should be kept to the side of the pressure foot or in front of the machine.

Scissors should ALWAYS be closed when not in use and ALWAYS placed to the right side of the machine when sewing.  

Never sew over pins.  You will break needles if you do.  Slow down your speed and carefully remove pins.  

Brother Lab irons - must be unplugged at the end of each class.  Always keep irons in upright position when not in use.

Brother Sewing Machine Lab Area

You are responsible for your machines and the lab space.  Make sure your area and the lab is clean after every use.

You will be assigned to a Brother machine at the beginning of the semester.  This machine is your responsibility. 

If you are having difficulty or if something is wrong with the machine, report it to the instructor immediately so that you will not be held responsible.

Do not leave thread or bobbins in the machine.  You are responsible for your equipment and supplies.

After successfully passing the  industrial machine assessment, you will be assigned a Juki machine.  The rules for the Brother lab apply to the Juki Lab.

You will be able to select which lab area you would like to use for each project.

Juki Sewing Machine Lab Area

You may only use the Juki Lab area if you have taken FSHD 1324 and passed the sewing assessment.

You are responsible for your machines and the lab space.  Make sure your area and the lab is clean after every use. After successfully passing the industrial sewing assessment, you will be assigned to a Juki machine. 

This machine is your responsibility.  If you are having difficulty or if something is wrong with the machine, report it to the instructor immediately so that you will not be held responsible.

Do not leave thread or bobbins in the machine.  You are responsible for your equipment.

Bobbin cases can be checked out from the instructor.  You are responsible for the bobbin case.  You will sign out for the bobbin case and it will be signed back in when you are done for the day.

The goal of the Fashion Design program at ACC is to help you confidently develop the skills needed to become successful designers, and have a clear understanding and respect for the equipment you are trained on.  If you need additional time on the machines to master these skills, be sure and use the open lab times that are posted to complete your assignments. Remember, I am here to help you.