FASHION DESIGN CURRICULUM

Introduction to Fashion Design (safety, tools, workshop rules)

Textiles & Materials (fabrics, fibres, properties)

Basic Sewing Skills (hand sewing, stitching, seams)

Design Process (sketching ideas, mood boards, research)

Patterns & Templates (simple patterns, cutting fabric, measurements)

Colour, Texture & Design (colour theory, fabric texture, experimenting with styles)

Practical Skills (basic garments, cushions, simple projects)

Fashion Inspiration (exploring fashion trends, designers, cultures)

Fashion Illustration (drawing garments, annotating designs)

Basic Garment Construction (assembling pieces, finishing techniques)

Practical Projects (creating simple products, applying skills)

Evaluation & Problem Solving (testing ideas, peer review, reflection)

Intermediate Sewing Skills (machine sewing, accurate stitching, finishing)

Textiles Properties & Uses (cotton, wool, synthetic fabrics, blends)

Design Process (developing ideas, planning, mood boards)

Fashion Research (trend analysis, designer study, inspiration)

Pattern Making & Draping (basic blocks, manipulating patterns)

Garment Construction (assembling, finishing seams, embellishments)

Creative Design (combining colour, texture, fabrics)

Practical Projects (bags, garments, accessories)

Fashion Illustration & Presentation (annotating designs, detailed sketches)

Evaluation & Refinement (improving products, peer feedback)

Practical Projects (themed products, applying techniques)

Revision & Problem Solving (design adaptation, project completion)

Advanced Sewing & Construction (complex seams, darts, hems)

Textiles & Materials (selection for purpose, sustainable fabrics)

Garment Design & Development (design briefs, iterative design)

Practical Projects (garments, accessories, experimental textiles)

Pattern Drafting & Modification (adjusting patterns, custom fit)

Creative Design (innovative use of colour, texture, layering)

Fashion Illustration (professional sketches, presentation techniques)

Evaluation & Problem Solving (refining ideas, testing, feedback)

Textiles Techniques (printing, embroidery, applique, fabric manipulation)

Practical Projects (exam-style garments, independent work)

Portfolio Development (documenting ideas, progress, evaluation)

Revision & Exam Preparation (practical skills, design analysis)

GCSE-style Projects (design briefs, research, mood boards, planning)

Advanced Sewing & Construction (garments, tailoring, finishing techniques)

Textiles & Materials (sustainable choices, advanced fabrics, performance textiles)

Fashion Illustration (detailed professional sketches, annotation, presentation)

Garment Development (pattern drafting, making prototypes, adapting designs)

Creative Design Projects (personal project, exam-style tasks)

Practical Skills (advanced construction, finishing, accuracy)

Evaluation & Reflection (testing, modifications, peer/self-assessment)

Portfolio Completion (final garments, documenting process)

Revision & Problem Solving (practical projects, refining designs)

Final Assessments (practical tasks, presentation, evaluation)

Introduction to Fashion (styles, trends, designers, history)  

Textiles & Materials (fabrics, fibres, properties, selection)  

Design & Sketching (drawing garments, fashion illustration, concept ideas) 

Garment Construction (basic sewing, pattern making, finishing techniques)  

Fashion Projects (designing outfits, prototyping, evaluating work)  

Sustainability & Ethics (ethical fashion, eco-friendly materials, recycling) 

Revision & Problem Solving (mixed techniques, design challenges)  

Final Project (complete garment creation, portfolio presentation)  

Preparation for Post-16 Fashion Study (research, independent projects, portfolio work)

Introduction to Clothing & Materials (fabrics, tools, simple design concepts)  

Basic Sewing Skills (hand sewing, simple stitches, safety)  

Creative Exploration (colour, patterns, simple sketches)  

Garment Construction (basic projects, following instructions, teamwork)  

Practical Projects (small accessories, simple clothing items)  

Sustainability Basics (reusing materials, environmental awareness)  

Revision & Consolidation (all prior techniques, small project completion)  

Evaluation & Reflection (simple peer/self assessment)  

Preparation for Next Stage (transition to GCSE or vocational fashion courses)

Advanced Design Techniques (CAD fashion design, trend research, advanced sketching)  

Textiles & Materials (specialist fabrics, textile innovation, fabric manipulation)  

Garment Construction (complex techniques, tailoring, finishing, quality control)  

 Portfolio Development (collection planning, mood boards, concept refinement)  

Fashion Sustainability & Ethics (ethical sourcing, eco-fashion, industry standards)  

Independent Projects (designing and creating garments for assessment, research-based tasks)

Final Collection & Exhibition (completed garments, presentation, portfolio showcase)  

Evaluation & Reflection (self-assessment, peer review, teacher critique)  

Preparation for University & Careers (portfolio, industry work experience, professional skills)