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FCSC 1170-01 - Beginning Clothing Construction (2.0 credits)

Fall 1997

Class Time -

 

 Monday and Wednesday 11:00 am - 12:50 pm
Instructor - Dr. Donna M. Brown
Office 3007 Ag.
Phone 766-5687
Office Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 1:00 - 2:30 pm

 

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Alisa Cochrane
Office 3009 Ag
Phone 766-2211

Open Lab Hours - To be posted on chalk board in room 3030 or by appointment only.

Attendance - Attendance is required and shall be recorded at each class. Any more than three (3) unexplained or unexcused absences may result in a loss of lab technique grade points (up to 10% of total grade).

Grading - Grading will be done on a point system. Letter grades will be assigned as follows:

90 - 100 A

80 - 89 B

70 - 79 C

60 - 69 D

below 60 F

The breakdown of grades will be as follows:

Ideal Silhouette (Suit Yourself) Figure Analysis Assignment 10%
Sample Portfolio 25%
Sewing Project 1 15%
Sewing Project 2 15%
Sewing Project 3 15%
Final Exam 10%
Laboratory Technique* 10%
Total 100%

 

*Responsible use and treatment of ALL laboratory equipment. Grade points will be deducted for any mistreatment of sewing machines and equipment. Loss of equipment will also result in a loss of grade points. ALL students MUST work on their sample portfolio and their sewing projects during scheduled class time. Additional time may be spent, if needed, outside class hours either at home or in the laboratory (at prearranged times ONLY). Failure to work on projects during class may result in the forfeiture of the laboratory technique grade.

 

Required Texts - Your Ideal Silhouette Workbook (female students) OR Suit Yourself Workbook (male students)
- Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing
- Kniko's packet (available from UW Bookstore

Required Supplies

box of pins  -  silk, dressmaker, fine or ball point
pin cushion or container for pins
hand sewing needles - sharps (mixed sizes)
tape measure
seam gauge
cutting shears  -  7" or 9" to suit right or left hand as appropriate
paper cutting scissors (never use sewing shears on paper)
seam ripper
thread for samples  -  do not purchase cheap promotional thread.  The fabric supplied for your samples is unbleached muslin (off-white).   You may purchase thread to either match this fabric, or contrast - the desision is yours
three 7" zippers (any color)
buttons  -  1 x shank, 1 x 2-hole, 1 x 4-hole
hooks and eyes  -  regular x 2, skirt or pants x 1
snap
12" ruler
Scotch magic tape
white tissue paper
patterns, fabric, thread and notions as required for sewing projects

CLASS SCHEDULE

Day Date
Mon 8/25/97 Intro to FCSC (HOEC) 1170.  Your Ideal Silhouette (Suit Yourself) Figure Analysis.  Learning about sewing machines.
Wed 8/27/97 Begin Sample Portfolio - Seams and Seam Finishes
Wed 9/3/97 Seams and Seam Finishes, cont
Mon 9/8/97 Hems and Hem Finishes
Wed 9/10/97 Hems and Hem Finishes, cont
Mon 9/15/97 Interfacings and Neckline Facings
Wed 9/17/97 Interfacings and Neckline Facings, cont
Mon 9/22/97 Flat Collar
Wed 9/24/97 Rolled Collar
Mon 9/29/97 Sleeves and Cuffs
Wed 10/1/97 Sleeves and Cuffs, cont
Mon 10/6/97 Zippers
Wed 10/8/97 Zippers, cont
Mon 10/13/97 Waistbands
Wed 10/15/97 Fastenings
Mon 10/20/97 Patterns and Pattern Alterations/Complete Sample Portfolio
Wed 10/22/97 Begin Sewing Project 1
Mon 10/27/97 Sewing Project 1, cont
Wed 10/29/97 Sewing Project 1, cont
Mon 11/3/97 Sewing Project 1, cont
Wed 11/5/97 Complete Sewing Project 1
Mon 11/10/97 Begin Sewing Project 2
Wed 11/12/97 Sewing Project 2, cont
Mon 11/17/97 Sewing Project 2, cont
Wed 11/19/97 Complete Sewing Project 2
Mon 11/24/97 Begin Sewing Project 3
Mon 12/1/97 Sewing Project 3, cont
Wed 12/3/97 Sewing Project 3, cont
Mon 12/8/97 Complete Sewing Project 3
 

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FINAL EXAM   10:15am - 12:15pm

 

ASSIGNMENT AND PROJECT DUE DATES

Ideal Silhouette (Suit Yourself) Mon 9/8/97
Sample Portfolio
          Seams and Seam Finishes Wed 9/10/97
          Hems and Hem Finishes Wed 9/17/97
          Interfacings and Neckline Facings Wed 9/24/97
          Flat Collar Mon 9/29/97
          Rolled Collar Wed 10/1/97
          Sleeves and Cuffs Wed 10/8/97
          Zippers Wed 10/15/97
          Waistband Mon 10/20/97
          Fastenings Wed 10/22/97
Sewing Project 1 Mon 11/10/97
Sewing Project 2 Mon 11/24/97
Sewing Project 3 Fri 12/12/96 by 4 pm

Students will be allowed a 2 day grace period to turn in late projects ONLY if they consult with the instructor before the project becomes late.  After that time, grade points will be deducted for late assignments of projects at a rate of 5 points per day late.  If any student feels that they are unable to complete a project by its due date because of extenuating circumstances, please be sure to discuss the problem with the instructor BEFORE the project or assignment is overdue so an extension may be granted.

All sewing project will be graded on the following:

  1. All samples and projects must be appropriately labeled
  2. Correct and/or appropriate techniques used throughout
  3. Neatness and cleanliness of the project and techniques
  4. Correct pressing techniques used throughout (project must be pressed before grading)
  5. Appropriate choice of fabric or material for project style (it is not recommended that students select a knit fabric except perhaps for Sewing Project 3, after permission of the instructor)
  6. Garment fit, when appropriate
  7. Appropriateness of style for student.  At least one garment must be made for the student.  It is acceptable to construct a garment for a family member or a friend if desired.
  8. Some consideration will be given for difficulty level of each project

 

Explanation of Sewing Projects

Sample Portfolio - The sample portfolio is a collection of samples designed to enable the student to learn a variety of basic sewing skills and techniques necessary for the construction of a garment.
Sewing Project 1 - Your first sewing project must be a pair of pants, shorts or a skirt with a waistband amd a zipper.   It must not contain a pull-on elasticized waistline.  These are your only restrictions.  You are advised to select a pattern suitable for the level of your sewing skills - there are many patterns included in the pattern catalogs that are rated as eary for beginners - you would be wise to select one of these.
Sewing Project 2 - Your second sewing project must be a shirt, or blouse or a simple jacket with a collar, sleeve (short or long, with or without cuffs), and buttons and buttonholes.   These are your only restrictions.  Again, you are advised to select a pattern suitable for the level of your sewing skills, as for project 1.
Sewing Project 3 - Any sewing project which incorporates sewing techniques.  Be sure to select something within your capabilities.  Students may choose to make a craft project, such as Christmas decorations, a tree skirt etc. or gifts.   Be sure to discuss your ideas with your instructor before purchasing a pattern.  It is wise to select a project which incorporates techniques not yet used for project 1 and/or 2 to gain the most benefit from the experience and the opportunity to advance your skills.