Fashion & Textiles

High School Family & Consumer Science Course

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Week 1: April 6-10

Learning Goal:

I can make a mask, with either sew or no sew options.

I can help inform others on the issue about wearing a mask and the benefits.

Estimated Time for The Week: 2 hours

Learn & Practice:

Watch:

Read:

Create

Three options to create:

  1. Design a Mask
  2. Make a No Sew Mask
  3. Sew a Mask for yourself or a healthcare worker that you know.

Whichever option you choose, take a picture of the finished product.

Reflect

Debate and educate family and friends about wearing a mask using the information in the “Read” section.

Share

Digital image of mask options 1-3 that you choose to complete.

Week 2: April 13-17

Learning Goal:

  • I can determine appropriate wardrobe for a child
  • I can create a budget for the wardrobe for a child

Estimated Time for The Week: 2 hours

Learn & Practice:

Why might a six year old need a wardrobe update mid-year?

    • Children grow quickly…sometimes like weeds! Their growth spurts can be unpredictable and while you can expect it, you can’t plan when it’s going to happen. However, when they grow, the wardrobe changes as outgrown clothes are replaced with better fitting options.

How many clothes do you think a six year old needs?

    • It depends on how hard the children are on their clothing via play, grass stains, etc. How durable the clothing is will also determine its longevity. What types of events does the child need clothing for like special events and church can also determine the amount needed. The price for many parents will also dictate the number of clothing items purchased because parents know they will grow out of them at some point.

How many sets of clothes should a child have? Go to this site and see what they have to say.


  • Create

Your six year old child has grown and you need to go shopping. Consider the climate you live in when selecting your clothing items and be sure they are school appropriate. You have a budget of $200. Pick the gender of the child you are shopping for. Go shopping and curate a wardrobe in Google Slides that includes pictures of the clothing items, prices and sources without going over $200. Be sure to include a grand total! Good luck & Happy Shopping!

Shopping List

3 pairs of jeans

3 casual pants or skirts or shorts (ex. khakis)--variety

5 shirts (variety of button down, polo type, etc.)

1 fancy dress outfit (for special event or church)

5 outfits for play (interchangeable & okay to get dirty)

3 pairs of pajamas

1 swimsuit

2 pairs of shoes (one dress, one casual)

1 pair of play sandals (like crocs or flip flops)

1 jacket

1 sweatshirt/hoodie

1 sweater/cardigan

5-10 Undergarments

5-10 Socks


  • Reflect

Analyze what the budget would be for you compared to a six year old. Then discuss with your parents how they determine what clothes they decide to purchase for you. Another issue is if you have more than one child, how much $$$ would it cost your family.

  • Share

Share your Google Slide of Children’s Wardrobe with your instructor


Week 3: April 20-24

Learning Goal:

I can learn how fashion designers create fashion illustrations and create your own look inspired by your favorite song.

Estimated Time for The Week: 40 minutes

Learn & Practice:

  • Create your very own Croquis.
    • Croquis in French means “sketch”.
    • In the world of fashion design, a croquis is a quick sketch of a fashion figure.
    • Minimalist in style and serve as a blank canvas for drawing clothing.
    • You can create your own by watching “Fashion School with Nick Verreos”. It looks intimidating, but he breaks it down into small steps. Give it a try!
    • If you feel it is impossible, you can print the one at the bottom of the page.
  • Design an outfit inspired by your favorite song.
    • Choose a song to listen to it while you answer the following questions.
      • What color does this song make you think of?
      • What does this song remind you of doing? (Laying on the beach, going to a party, snuggling on a snowy day, etc.)
      • What is the mood of the song?
    • Use the answers to these questions to help you design an outfit. The outfit can be ready-to-wear or haute couture.
    • Use your Croquis as your canvas for the outfit. You may want to sketch the outfit or you can use things around the house to represent your clothing. (Example: use buttons to create an evening gown)



Week 4: April 27 - May 1


Fashion , Week #4

Learning Goal:

Students will learn how to measure the body correctly for proper fit.

Estimated time: 1 hour + Project =3-5 hours

Learn & Practice:

Watch:

Students will observe how to properly measure a body for correct pattern fit, and then they will perform measurements on themselves.

Create Standard Body Measurements/Sizing

Practice:

Record your personal measurements and then visit McCall’s or Simplicity’s website to identify the correct pattern size needed.

Reflect and Analyze:

Knowing your measurements allows you to online shop and purchase the correct size with fewer mistakes. Look online at your favorite store and see if your measurements match the size you normally purchase.


Share: If you find a pattern and make an article of clothing after taking your measurements properly.

Week 5: May 4-8

Learning Goal: Organizing, Mending, and Repairing

I can: organize, mend, and repair my own clothing or clothing for others.

Have you organized and cleaned your closets? Did you find items that need repaired, recycled, and mended? Get busy and make the most of your time and your clothing budget. Learn from the videos below how to do that! Have fun and get your clothes in shape!

Estimated Time for The Week: 1 hour, 15 minutes

Learn & Practice:

  • Watch: 31 Tips to Organizing Your Whole Closets - Jansen’s DIY (women)

Men's Closet Organization for Small Closets | How To Organize a Men's Closet

Organizing tips

Did you know that buttons need to be sewn on by making a thread shank so that buttons will lie flat when buttoned?

  • Help others: Do family members need any mending done? How can we help them?
  • Consider: Could I create a business for myself? Or establish my own volunteer experience?
  • Reflect: How much money is saved by doing your own repairs and mending?
  • Practice: sewing on buttons. Can you find information on how to sew a “shank” button?
  • Share: Pictures of your accomplishments


Week 6: May 11-13

Fashion and Textiles, Week #6

Learning Goal:

I can learn how to tie a tie!

Estimated Time for The Week: 15 minutes

Learn & Practice:

Tieing a tie is a fundamental skill that everyone, boys AND girls, should learn how to do.


Ties originated in the 17th century when knotted neckerchiefs were used as part of military uniforms to show position and allegiances. King Louis XIV of France admired this trend and began wearing ties as a status symbol. Ties are still considered a status symbol today. Ties evoke professionalism and confidence. EXAMPLES (use this link if picture below do not appear)


Look at these two pictures. If these men walked into an interview, which one do you think employers will take more seriously?

For women, ties can be attention getters. A woman wearing a tie can stand out more than a woman wearing a gown because it is unexpected.


  • Use the Brooks Brothers-How to Tie a Tie site, practice tying a tie.
  • Once you have successfully tied your tie, post a picture of yourself on social media with #FACSskills or email a picture to your teacher.


Enrichment: Read the article “What the Colour of Your Tie Says About You”. You can also go to “18 Ways to Wear a Necktie” and try a different style of knot.


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