PATTERNMAKING FOR APPAREL DESIGN

DS 225

Basic principles and elements of design as they apply to apparel. Emphasizing both process and product, students analyze fashion trends and practical problems while developing and executing original designs.

DS 154

Emphasizes specialty fabrics, finishes and complex construction such as matching plaids and working with pile fabrics. Introduces pattern manipulation through basic flat patternmaking principles. Design and fabricate an original collection of garments for a target customer and will develop and construct two of the garments.

DS 327

Pattern design for textiles, wallpaper and other applications (motif, layout, repeats, colorways, coordinates), using various manual and digital creation methods. Development of imagery, design concepts, collaboration and presentation.

DS 101

This survey class will be an introduction to the technical and conceptual ways of working in Textile Design. Students will participate in three five week modules: one module introducing print and dye concerns, one module introducing off-loom processes, and one module introducing structural enrichment techniques and concepts. Each module will include a series of introductory exercises leading to a final larger project. The work in each module will be supported by short readings and slide lectures highlighting historical and contemporary work. Course fee: yes.

DS 215

The principles and theories of flat pattern, drafting and draping methods for 3D accessories are explored. The principles of patternmaking are applied to headwear, handbags and footwear. Complete projects that require designing, patterning and constructing hats, bags and footwear.