1st semester taken: Introduction to Fashion & Textiles focuses on the basics of sewing and handicrafts. Topics include clothing styles, fabric types, garment care, sewing machine basics, and basic fiber arts. This class is project-based for the second part of the semester. Grades are improvement and completion based. 2nd Semester taken: This is a continuation of the first semester of Introduction to Fashion & Textiles but focuses on garment construction, garment care, pattern reading, and careers. The majority of this course is project-based with grades focusing on improvement, completion, and correct construction. Students will choose their garment that will be completed by the end of the semester. Prerequisite: Pass 1st semester with a C- (70%) or better