Sewing, Fashion, and Textile Design
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Description
This course is aimed at fashion and textile design enthusiasts or people in career transition, seeking a creative and hands-on trade leading to salaried employment or entrepreneurship. That's why it offers comprehensive training in sewing and textile design techniques, and the use of professional sewing machines, enabling participants to design, make, and sell their own creations.
Objectifs pédagogiques
Understand textile basics: fabrics, properties, and uses Master measurement-taking and pattern-making Produce simple to complex garments (traditional and modern sewing) Design patterns and develop a personal textile design style Apply finishing techniques (hems, buttonholes, basic embroidery) Acquire basic business skills for selling creations (costing, pricing, sales)
Programme détaillé
Introduction to textiles: fabrics and properties Measurement-taking and pattern-making basics Getting started with the sewing machine and maintenance Basic sewing techniques (assembly, hems, seams) Making simple garments (skirts, shirts) Making complex garments (dresses, traditional outfits) Textile design: pattern creation and fashion trends Advanced finishing techniques (embroidery, buttonholes, accessories) Personalization and creating a collection Managing a sewing workshop: costs, pricing, and sourcing Basics of marketing and selling creations Case study and final project: producing a complete piece
Prérequis
Advantages (provided by EPA) Experienced trainers from the sewing and textile design trade Hands-on practice with professional sewing machines Certificate of completion issued by EPA Personalized support throughout the training program Post-training follow-up and support for starting a business Access to a network of partners in the fashion and textile sector, with possible financial support for the most dynamic graduates Career opportunities Seamstress/tailor Fashion designer/pattern maker Fashion creator Sewing workshop manager Sewing trainer/instructor Self-employed entrepreneur in garment-making or textile design