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Course Description

Bridge the gap between your sketches and the physical world with fashion construction. Fashion construction is the art of transforming a sketch into a physical garment. Starting with basic garments, learn the essential techniques needed to bring your vision to life.

Gain hands-on experience with sewing machines and hand-sewing methods. Mold your fabric around the planes and curves of a dress form. Incorporate fasteners like zippers, buttons or clasps. Execute fabric layouts, cut fabric accurately and apply finishing techniques and seams. Each exercise will provide problem-solving skills to address challenges in creating wearable garments. These essential skills will set you up for a successful career in the fashion industry.

Learner Outcomes

  • Construct basic garments by applying fundamental sewing techniques. 
  • Understand and communicate using garment construction terminology.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to translating fashion designs into functional, wearable pieces.
  • Comprehend and anticipate how a garment interacts with the human form.

Prerequisites

Students must be 13-17 years of age.

Instructors

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Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Jul 21, 2025 to Jul 25, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • RISD Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $340.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 24, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2025 to Jul 17, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 21, 2025 to Jul 25, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 01, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • RISD Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $340.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 31, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2025 to Jul 24, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 01, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Aug 04, 2025 to Aug 08, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • RISD Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $340.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 07, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2025 to Jul 31, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 04, 2025 to Aug 08, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

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