Lesson Plan

Course Title: Fashion Design

Session Title: Introduction to sewing
Lesson Duration: 15 classes
Day 1 Work room safety
Day 2 The sewing Machine
Day 3 Paper sewing
Day 4 Fabric Cutting and sewing (grain cross grain)
Day 5 Prepping for samples
Day 6 Serging
Day 7 Samples
Day 8-15 - Samples

Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this assignment, the student will be able to thread an industrial sewing
machine and execute sewing samples demonstrating mastery of sewing seams, zippers, hand-
sewing skills and closures.

Specific Objectives:
1. Demonstrate proper threading of an industrial sewing machine
2. Identify key elements of fabric required for sewing
3. Identify basic elements of garment construction
4. Demonstrate accurate sewing techniques to industry standards
5. Identify key safety rules in a safety lab.

Preparation

130.93. Fashion Design (One to Two Credits).

(1) The student applies academic knowledge and skills in fashion, textile, and apparel
projects. The student is expected to:
(B) apply mathematics knowledge and skills by identifying whole numbers, decimals, and
fractions applied to measurement and scale; demonstrating knowledge of arithmetic
operations; using conversion methods such as fractions to decimals and inches to points;
and applying measurement to solve problems.

(3) The student understands and examines problem-solving methods. The student is
expected to employ critical-thinking and interpersonal skills independently and in teams to
solve problems.

(5) The student applies safety regulations. The student is expected to:
(A) implement personal and workplace safety rules and regulations; and
(B) employ emergency procedures.

(8) The student develops employability characteristics. The student is expected to:
(A) identify and participate in training, education, or certification for employment;
(B) identify and demonstrate positive work behaviors and personal qualities needed
to be employable;
(C) demonstrate skills related to seeking and applying for employment to find and
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 obtain a desired job;
(D) create a career portfolio to document work experiences, licenses, certifications,
and work samples; and
(E) examine employment opportunities in entrepreneurship.
(9) The student applies technical skills for efficiency. The student is expected to employ
planning and time-management skills to complete work tasks.
(10) The student develops an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel
industries. The student is expected to:
(A) analyze the nature and scope of fashion by:
(i) explaining the importance of fashion;
(vi) using appropriate terminology;
use knowledge of textile and apparel manufacturing systems by:
summarizing aspects of the textile and apparel industries;
comparing the organizational structures common in textile and apparel manufacturing;
determining ethical practices within the textile and apparel industries; and
describing factors that contribute to a safe working environment;
evaluate factors influencing the apparel industry by:
describing the interrelationship of the apparel industry to the United States and international
economies;
explaining the impact of labor laws;
summarizing procedures within the apparel industry that protect the environment; and
describing technological advancements influencing the apparel industry;
analyze factors that impact consumer purchases of fashion and apparel accessories by:
(v) determining apparel management techniques for individuals with special needs;
select proper care and maintenance practices for apparel by:
(i) interpreting labeling information to determine care procedures for apparel
products;
(ii) evaluating clothing care products and equipment;
(iii) determining proper equipment and services related to care, maintenance, and
storage of apparel;
(I) analyze the apparel production process from design concept to finished product by:
(i) analyzing elements and principles of design as related to apparel; and
(ii) outlining the apparel production process;
(J) apply knowledge of fibers, fabrics, and design when evaluating and designing textile
products by:
(i) analyzing characteristics and properties of natural and manufactured fibers;
(ii) describing methods of textile production; and
(iii) assessing the effects of various environmental conditions on textiles; and
(K) demonstrate effective repair, alteration, and construction techniques by:
(i) describing principles of quality apparel construction;
(ii) demonstrating appropriate use, selection, and care of equipment, tools, and
notions;
(iii) applying design elements when designing, constructing, or altering apparel;
(iv) applying appropriate construction and pressing techniques in garment
construction;
(v) applying safety procedures while operating equipment; and
(vi) determining apparel design and alterations to accommodate individuals with
special needs.

Instructor/Trainer

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References:
N.P. (November 11, 2010). The New Complete Guide to Sewing: Step-by-Step Techniques
for Making Clothes and Home Accessories Updated Edition with All-New Projects and
Simplicity Patterns. Readers Digest. ISBN: 978-1606522080

Instructional Aids:
1. PowerPoint Presentation Storyboarding an Animated Short
2. Scripts for The Heist and The Weight Lifter
3. Storyboard Paper for The Heist and The Weight Lifter
4. Audio Files for The Heist and The Weight Lifter
5. Blank Storyboard Paper
6. Storyboarding Quiz
7. Storyboard Evaluation Rubric

Materials Needed:
1. Pencils
2. Muslin
3. Paper
4. 2x18 clear plastic ruler
5. Thread
6. Hand sewing Needles
7. Thread wax
8. Fabric shears
9. Paper shears
10. Tracing wheel and transfer paper
11. Plastic sheet protectors or card stock to mount samples too.
12. 3 3ring binder

Equipment Needed:
1. Industrial straight stitch sewing machine
2. Industrial surger
3. Steam Iron
4. Industrial ironing board
Learner
None.

Introduction

MI Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):

ASK: How many students have ever used a sewing machine before?
SAY: (Using a sample garment show the students how many different finishes
are used in one garment) Sewing machines are an essential aspect in modern
life and each day when we get dressed we us something produced by this
modern piece of machinery. It is important to understand this when looking at
clothing and learning how to make clothing.

Outline

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MI Outline (LSI Quadrant II): Instructor Notes:

1. Day 1- 2 Work room safety and Please reference the safety in the
threading the sewing machine sewing lab lesson plan and visual
presentation.
A. Workroom safety
B. Threading the sewing machine

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 Please let students know that
3. Day 3 Paper sewing
when learning how to sew it is
easier to learn to control paper
A. Sewing a straight line
however this should be the only
B. Sewing the square
time they sew through paper. After
C. Sewing the circle
this class they will be using muslin
to create sewing samples.
Please reference sewing practice
sheets straight liners, squares,
and circles.
Please reference work sheet
4. Day 4 Fabric Cutting and sewing
layout for muslin
(grain cross grain)

A. Explain what the parts of fabric are

B. Demonstrate how to tear muslin
C. Have the students create an 8x10
guide using muslin and marking it with
the pencil.

5. Day 5 Prepping for samples

A. Explain what the parts of fabric are

B. Demonstrate how to tear muslin
C. Have the students create an 8x10
guide using muslin and marking it with
the pencil.
6. Day 6 Serging Please note a lot of sewing labs
A. How to use the serger. keep the sergers threaded due to
B. Proper safety. the skill required to thread the
C. How to thread the serger. serger. If you choose to do that
please demonstrate to the student
how to trouble shoot the serger
incase of an issue.
6. Day 7-15 - Samples Please reference the sheet named
table of context for sample
A. Over the next eight days show the notebook
students two to three samples at a time
and then have them execute.
B. Have the students mount the samples
on cardstock or copy paper and place
them in their sample notebook.
Application
MI Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):

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 Teacher will go over visual presentation or demonstration for each day. Ti is helpful
to bring in actual garments for the students to see the final execution of the sewing
technique

MI Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):

Each day students should be given the opportunity to reinforce that is taught through
independent practice or group activates on there own machine.

Summary

MI Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):

Review guidelines for all aspects of the sewing lab.

Have the student refer to there sample notebook as a way of reinforcing what is
learned in the
Students will apply these techniques in the future as they learn to sew and create
there own designs.
NOTE: Refer to the Teaching Vocabulary Terms and Phrases best practice
http://www.cte.unt.edu/architecture/bestpractices.html for information on how to best
teach vocabulary in the classroom.

Evaluation
MI Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):

While students are working walk around and point out proper workroom procedures
that are being executed properly.

MI Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):

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 The teacher will assess understanding of concepts through the sample notebook.
Have students use rubrics to reflect on their own work and the work of others.
The teacher will assess each final sample notebook using the attached rubric.

Extension
MI Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):

Students can research more advanced sewing techniques.

Students will use sewing skills on future fashion design projects.

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