Couture Draping (FASH 1181)

Explore processes of creating garment designs directly on a 3-D body. Manipulate, mould and shape fabric to create skirts and tops while gaining an understanding of fabric grain, desired design, and bias cuts. Please bring to class: blue and red ballpoint pens, paper for note taking, fabric scissors, dressmaker pins, hand sewing needles and thread and metric tape measure. No pattern making experience required; sewing skills preferred. (30 hours)