Video Outlines

Module 1

1. Fundamentals of Design Introduction

Module 1

2. Art Techniques – Pencil

Learn about the different types of pencils, shading techniques and start to sketch.

Module 1

3. Elements of Design

Learn how one can use these elements to design innovative fashion collections.

Module 1

4. Principles of Design

Learn about the application of one of the principles of design - proportion a designer must follow to become visually creative.

Module 1

5. Colour and Pattern Application

Learn about colour, print and pattern application techniques and understand how they can help enhance a fashion collection.

Module 3

1. The Fashion Industry Introduction

Module 3

2. Futuristic Couture

Learn what futuristic couture is, a journey and how today's fashion designers are paving their way into the future with innovation and technology.

Module 3

3. High Street Fashion

Learn about some popular high street fashion brands, their nature, and the holding line in creating trends from the runway to the streets.

Module 3

4. Fashion Seasons

Learn how fashion season challenges the understanding of the economic concept of supply and demand.

Module 3

5. Fashion Capitals

Learn about Paris, Milan, London and New York, the most influential and prominent fashion capitals, called the "big four" have fashioned in their air.

Module 4

1. Textiles and Clothing Introduction

Module 4

2. Textiles in Everyday Life

Learn about the history of textiles, its journey from the neanderthal to today and their importance in day-to-day life.

Module 4

3. Fibre - Yarn - Fabric

Learn about the difference between fibre, yarn and fabric and understand the different phases of the textile making process.

Module 4

4. Weaving: Significance and Evolution

Learn about the process of weaving in detail and look at some widely practiced types of weaving in the textile industry.

Module 4

5. Knitting - Origin and Evolution

Learn about the history and evolution of the knitting process.

Module 4

6. Methods of Fabric Identification

Learn about the fabric characteristics and Identification techniques.

Module 5

1. Fashion History and Contextual Studies Introduction

Module 5

2. Fashion Icons of Past and Present

Learn about the royals and the past influencers that paved the way for fashion and changed its future.

Module 5

3. The Genesis of Haute Couture

Learn about the beginning of haute couture (high sewing) and some significant designers who were the stepping stones in creating the world of couture.

Module 5

4. New Wave Fashion

Learn about the history of punk subculture, its relevance today and how Vivienne Westwood changes the face of punk into fashion.

Module 5

5. Sustainable Fashion

Learn how sustainability was practiced in ancient times and understand its importance in today's day and age of global warming.

Module 6

1. Fashion Sketching and Illustration Introduction

Module 6

2. History of Fashion Illustration

Learn about the history of fashion illustration through its artists and their works during different times and styles.

Module 6

3. Tools, Equipment & Materials

Learn about the illustration tools, materials and rendering techniques.

Module 6

4. Technical Flats

Learn to hand draw flat sketches.

Module 6

5. Drawing Face & Head

Learn to draw fashion figures.

Module 6

6. Drawing Fashion Figures

Learn to draw fashion figures and poses.

Module 6

7. Drawing Garments

Learn to draw different inner and outer wears on fashion figures.

Module 6

8. Getting Started with Rendering

Learn to render transparent, opaque, print and various fabrics used for making your designs.

Module 7

1. Introduction to Sewing

Module 7

2. Parts of a Sewing Machine

Learn how to do things right on a sewing machine.

Module 7

3. Sewing tools and Supplies

Learn about all the must-haves to master sewing.

Module 7

4. Threading the Sewing Machine

Learn how to thread the sewing machine needle correctly.

Module 7

5. Filling the bobbin

Learn to thread and fill a bobbin.

Module 7

6. Placing Bobbin and Bobbin Case

Learn to install a bobbin correctly.

Module 7

7. Making Your First Stitches on Fabric

Look at some applications of seams on clothes.

Module 7

8. Making a Knife Pleat

Learn how to sew a perfect pleat.

Module 7

9. Making a Simple Gather

Learn how to sew a perfect gather.

Module 7

10. Real-World Uses of Seams

Look at some applications of seams on clothes.

Module 7

11. Sewing Different Seams

Learn different types of seams and how to ace them perfectly.

Module 7

12. Sewing a Button and Buttonhole

Learn to put a button and hole in the fabric.

Module 7

13. Sewing a Zipper

Learn how to sew a zipper.

Module 8

1. Introduction to Pattern Making

Module 8

2. Importance of Truing your Pattern

Learn truing, as it helps you make sure your patterns match up.

Module 8

3. Drafting Basic Bodice block

Learn how to draw a pattern for a basic bodice.

Module 8

4. Creating a Torso Block

Learn how to draw the torso block as an extension of the bodice block.

Module 8

5. Dart Variations

Learn about the various types of darts.

Module 8

6. Dart Manipulation Techniques

Learn how to manipulate a dart.

Module 8

7. Basic Sleeve Pattern

Learn how to draft a basic sleeve.

Module 8

8. Drafting a Basic Skirt

Learn how to draft a basic sleeve.

Module 8

9. Drafting an A-line Skirt

Learn how to draft an a-line skirt.

Module 9

1. Fashion Introduction

Module 9

2. Understanding the Dress Form

Learn about the various important lines on the dress form that will help you in your draping projects.

Module 9

3. Draping a Classic Basic Bodice - Front

Learn how to drape a bodice on the dress form with a dart.

Module 9

4. Draping a Classic Basic Bodice - Back

Learn how to drape a back bodice on the dress matches it with the front.

Module 9

5. Cutting Drape on Main Fabric

Learn how to cut your patterns onto the main fabric.

Module 9

6. Transferring Drape to Pattern Paper

Learn how to convert your draped pattern into a paper pattern.

Module 9

7. Draping a Raglan Sleeve

Learn how to drape a raglan sleeve.

Module 9

8. Draping a Basic Skirt

Learn how to drape a skirt on the dressform.

Module 9

9. Draping an A-Line Skirt

Learn how to drape an A-line skirt on the dressform.

Module 9

10. Types of Necklines

Learn the basic necklines on the dressform.

Module 10

1. Surface Ornamentation Introduction

Module 10

2. Surface Ornamentation Techniques

Learn about the various techniques to enhance your textiles and express a unique idea and concept.

Module 10

3. Fabric Manipulation

Learn how fabric manipulation techniques help enhance design ideas.

Module 10

4. Different Embroidery Stitches

Learn some basic embroidery stitches that will help you create beautiful motifs.

Module 10

5. Art of Natural Dye

Learn to dye with natural components such as flowers, spices and tree bark.

Module 10

6. Textile Block Printing

Learn the process of printing patterns by means of engraved wooden blocks.

Module 11

1. Introduction to Marketing and Merchandising

Module 11

2. History of Retail Timeline: Part 1

Learn about the history of the fashion industry, the evolution of retail, supply chains and manufacturing.

Module 11

3. History of Retail Timeline: Part 2

Learn about the fashion retail from early 20th century to the present day (2022).

Module 11

4. SWOT Analysis

Learn how swot analysis is an essential tool used as part of market research.

Module 11

5. SWOT Analysis Application

Learn how swot analysis is an essential tool used as part of market research.

Module 11

6. Evolution of Marketing Mix

Learn about the foundation of a marketing strategy and consists of a set of tools.

Module 11

7. Merchandising and Range Planning

Learn about the application of merchandising principles in the context of range planning.

Module 12

1. Introduction to Building a Collection

Module 12

2. Types of Collection - Conceptual & Commercial

Learn the importance of making a choice for your line of design.

Module 12

3. Design Process

Learn about the fashion design process from inspiration to runway.

Module 12

4. Creating a Moodboard

Learn to collate and create a mood board with your ideas.

Module 12

5. Customer Profiles

Learn about customer profiles with the key industry examples.

Module 12

6. Creating Final Sketches

Learn how to create your final sketches.

Module 12

7. Signature Style

Learn how designers predisposition towards a type of product, material and market that inspires their creativity.

Module 12

8. Presenting Your Collection

Learn how fashion shows and designer meets help you to launch your collection.

 

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