Textiles & Sewing
Fiber and fabric: sewing, knitting, crochet, embroidery, and fashion design basics.
11 Topics
Crochet
Crochet is the craft of creating textiles by interlocking loops of yarn using a single hooked needle. Learners will understand how to read pattern charts, execute foundational stitches, manage tension, and construct items such as garments, blankets, and toys.
Embroidery
Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric using a needle and thread or yarn. Learners will understand how to transfer designs to fabric, select appropriate threads, execute various decorative stitches, and use hoops to maintain proper tension during stitching.
Fashion Design Basics
Fashion design basics introduces the principles of creating clothing and accessories. Learners will understand how to develop design concepts, sketch fashion figures, select appropriate fabrics based on drape and weight, and translate creative ideas into cohesive garment collections.
Garment Construction
Garment construction focuses on the physical assembly of clothing from fabric pieces. Learners will understand how to read sewing patterns, cut fabric accurately, operate sewing machines, assemble seams, and apply finishing techniques like hemming, zippers, and buttonholes.
Knitting
Knitting is the craft of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn using needles. You will understand stitch patterns, tension, and garment construction to create items like sweaters, hats, and blankets.
Knitting & Crochet
Knitting & Crochet are textile crafts used to create fabric from yarn. You will understand how to read patterns, cast on, execute basic stitches, and finish projects like scarves, hats, and blankets using needles or hooks.
Pattern Reading
Pattern reading is the skill of interpreting written instructions, charts, and symbols used in sewing and knitting. You will understand how to select sizes, calculate fabric requirements, and follow step-by-step construction guides.
Quilting
Quilting is the process of sewing multiple layers of fabric together to create padded blankets or garments. You will understand fabric selection, piecing geometric designs, batting options, and various hand or machine quilting techniques.
Sewing
Sewing is the craft of fastening or attaching objects using stitches made with a needle and thread. Learners will understand fabric selection, pattern reading, machine operation, and garment construction techniques to create, alter, and repair textile items.
Tailoring
Tailoring is the art of altering and constructing garments to fit a specific body shape. You will understand pattern adjustments, structure insertion, hand-stitching techniques, and pressing methods to create custom suits, coats, and formal wear.
Textile Design
Textile design involves creating patterns, structures, and surface ornaments for woven, knitted, or printed fabrics. You will understand color theory, repeat patterns, fiber properties, and manufacturing processes used in fashion and interior design.
