Learning Objectives

14.1 To create a croquis. (IL)

A croquis is the first rough sketch of a garment design.

Using the specific proportions of the fashion figure and the grid, sketch a female and/or male croquis.

Instruct students on how to draw a rough sketch of body parts for the croquis:

• face
• hands and fingers
• feet

Instruct students on how to incorporate simple gestures using arm and leg variations.

Collect a variety of fashion poses for reference when fashion sketching.

Find a variety of fashion poses. Discuss how the mounted pose is suited to the fashion design.

Invite a model or a person from a modeling agency to demonstrate fashion poses. A discussion of career opportunities could be included.

14.2 To discover and explore sketching techniques to create fashion illustrations. (IL)

Find a fashion photograph showing the entire figure. Complete a fashion sketch from the photograph.

Using geometric forms and lines, design an outfit suitable for a specific figure type. Review Module 5.14 Optical Illusion. Some figure types are:

• tall and thin
• tall and heavy
• short and thin
• short and heavy
• top heavy
• thick middle
• hip heavy
• average

Design a costume for a drama, skating, dancing, or gymnastics performance. Consult the Theatre Arts 20, 30 Curriculum Guide.

Using a historical costume as an inspiration, design a garment that would be worn today.

Note: Croquis and fashion sketches could be placed in a portfolio.

Using a fashion illustration, create a print or pattern, then apply the colour. Place these in a portfolio or on a bulletin board.

Show examples of:

• flat patterns
• draping
• drafting (computer-assisted garment design and traditional methods)

Flat pattern work starts with a basic commercial pattern that has previously been altered to fit the individual. The pattern work consists of changing the altered basic pattern to make a pattern for a chosen design. The work is done in paper on a flat surface.

Note: Preparing a flat pattern is pattern making, not pattern alteration. A knowledge of flat pattern techniques will contribute to a better understanding of pattern alterations. The teacher may wish to demonstrate the design techniques using full, half, or quarter scale patterns. (NUM)

Make a flat pattern for a fashion illustration that the student has created. The garment should be constructed in muslin at the very least. Evaluate the fit.

14.7 To assess and adapt a flat pattern design to meet a special need or clientele. (CCT)

Consider pattern changes to accommodate various needs:

• person in a wheelchair
• recent hip surgery
• cast
• young child who wants to dress himself/herself
• visually impaired person
• body size
• senior citizens in a home

• crutches

• limited dexterity

Investigate special needs for clothing within your community by visiting a senior care home or hospital. (Optional)

14.8 To design a flat pattern from a set of body measurements. (IL)

Use body measurements to design a simple pattern. Test the pattern by sewing the garment in at least muslin and evaluate the fit. Required ease must be added to the pattern. Students may design a pattern for themselves or someone else.

Using the computer as a designing tool, create a garment pattern which includes the following pattern details:

• grainline
• center front/center back
• notches/dots
• seam and hemlines
• darts
• optional details – pockets, yokes, facing, waistband

Design a guide sheet for the garment pattern started in Module 14.9. Using the completed pattern and guide sheet, cut out and sew the garment. Evaluate the completed project.