Sewing & Dressmaking Schools
Students who study Dressmaking will learn the basic principles of design and fashion.
Students interested in Dressmaking and Design programs have the option of studying on campus or via correspondence. This design course covers seven main concepts.
- An Introduction to Sewing - Students will learn the history of sewing, and the different types of modern sewing. Also covered in this lesson set are an introduction to stitches, seams, and patterns.
- An Introduction to the Sewing Machine - It covers proper handling of the machine, and also general maintenance and troubleshooting. Students learn sewing techniques, and how to apply tension appropriates.
- Identifying Fibers and Fabrics - In this set, students learn the difference between fabrics and how to select an appropriate fabric. This set also covers binding, cutting, interfacing, and marking fabrics.
Schools that offer Sewing & Dressmaking Schools programs
With an education from an Art Institutes school, imagine what you could create.
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- San Francisco
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- Santa Monica
- Fashion Design (BA)
- Fashion Design (BFA)
- Fashion Design (AS)
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