Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Fashion Short Courses Hunter TAFE

Here is the latest offering of Short Courses at Hunter TAFE - and you only have to be aged 14+ to join in, for more info go to the Hunter TAFE website or phone Donna Harrison on 02 4929 0351 ....


PATTERN MAKING LEVEL 1 (BEGINNER) - 28807
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:     Tuesdays 29 May – 19 June 5.30-8.30pm   4 wks
Pattern making is the key to fit and style.  Learn basic pattern making techniques:  how to modify simple garment blocks and produce simple pattern pieces.
Fee:  $275 GST inclusive

FASHION ILLUSTRATION WORKSHOP– 28759                                                            
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:    Tuesday 5 June 4pm – 7.30pm
A hands on workshop where you will learn how to draw a fashion figure, sketch a variety of garment designs, use colour and texture techniques to bring your illustrations to life and professionally present your fashion drawings.
Fee:  $50 GST inclusive


SEWING SKILLS LEVEL 2 (INTERMEDIATE) - 28812
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:      Wednesdays 29 August – 19 Sept  5.30-8.30pm
Can you already operate a sewing machine and make simple garments and items?  Ready for the next step?  This course will help you develop your garment cutting and making skills.  Suitable for those who have completed Sewing Skills Level 1 (Beginner) course.
Fee:  $275 GST inclusive


DESIGNING A COLLECTION - 28808
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:    to be advised
Ever dreamed of being a Fashion Designer?  Are you a budding Fashion Designer already?  Test the waters of what is involved with putting your first collection together.  Covers the process, skills and knowledge needed to put a fashion collection together including introduction to the design process, target markets and research designing and sketching for a cohesive range and making a mood board.
Fee:  $160 GST inclusive
                                                                                                                                                                                
CREATE A SIMPLE PATTERN FROM AN EXISTING GARMENT LEVEL 1 - 28818
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:    1 Sept
Is your favourite garment worn-out?  It can have a second life!  This course will enable you to make a pattern ready to sew from your favourite simple garment.  Covers basic pattern making:  how to trace and transfer a pattern and test it.
Fee:  $160 GST inclusive

USE ELECTRONIC FASHION DESIGN TOOLS - 28813
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:      1 Sept
This course is for learners who have manual pattern making skills and wish to use Style CAD to take them to the next level.  These skills will help you further your business and employability skills.
Fee:  $160 GST inclusive

GARMENT REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS - 28809
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:      Wednesday 12 & 19 September   5.30-8.30pm
Save money, help the environment and rejuvenate your wardrobe!  Learn how to alter and repair garments using a variety of sewing techniques and tips from professionals.  Bring in your own garments to work on.
Fee:  $160 GST inclusive

PATTERN MAKING LEVEL 2 - 28810
Newcastle Campus (Tighes Hill) Block DD2.9
Date:      9-30 Oct
This course is for students who have completed the basic Pattern Making Level 1 course and would like to further their skills.  Also suitable for patternmakers wishing to refresh their skills.  Covers pleats and fullness, simple button opening and collar and zip openings.  You will develop your own skirt or shirt pattern.
Fee:  $275 GST inclusive

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Barrel Purse, City Bag and Pattern Making



 Framed purses are so lovely to make. They always look great. This one is tricky, but totally worth it. I made this Barrel Purse for my sister's birthday recently.
 And here is the City Bag by one of my talented students. He adapted the pattern a little, he omitted the zipper, but most amazingly .... he MADE THE BLACK BUCKLE .....
 It's wooden and black and shiny and smooth ....... not sure I like being upstaged!!!!!
 And at TAFE recently we've done quite a bit of skirt patternmaking. This one was drafted to my measurements - very simple tailored straight skirt - great fabric I've had for ages - a stretch canvas from Spotlight I think. The top was also drafted at TAFE. It has an overlay front tie, a few gathers at centre front and shoulder. Jersey Fabric from StandardKnit - purchased on the PR Shopping Day out.