What is this subject about?
In this course, you will develop essential sewing skills by mastering the sewing machine to create a custom tote bag and pyjama shorts. You will explore fabric design through advanced dyeing and print techniques, applying media and technology to produce unique textiles. Additionally, you will conduct a research project on influential fashion designers, analysing how thoughtful design choices balance aesthetic appeal with customer wellbeing. This program offers a comprehensive foundation in both practical garment construction and fashion design principles.
Product Design & Technology; Fashion was formally known as Garment Construction. It is the same subject - just re-named to assist with VCE Pathways.
Why might I be interested in this subject?
Master the Machine: Learn how to use a sewing machine from scratch—even if you’ve never touched one before! You’ll craft your very own tote bag and a pair of super-comfy pyjama shorts.
Fashion Designer Deep Dive: Ever wondered how top designers make their clothes look so good and improve people’s lives? You’ll research famous fashion icons and uncover their secrets for making smart, beautiful choices.
Unleash Your Inner Artist: Experiment with dyeing techniques to create one-of-a-kind patterns for your tote bag. No two bags will ever be the same!
Design Your Own Fabric: Explore print design and use the latest media and technology platforms to invent a fabric that’s as original as you are—for your pyjama shorts!
Real-World Creativity: From brainstorming ideas to finishing your final projects, you’ll build skills that are useful for life—problem-solving, design thinking, and creative expression.
How will I demonstrate my learning?
- Digital Folio or Visual Diary as a record of your practical learning
- Dyed LinenTote bag
- Repeat print design for fabric
- Pyjama Shorts
- Research Assignment
Possible VCE Pathways in this learning area
This subject is a direct pathway to VCE Product Design and Technologies. However, all the subjects in Visual Arts Electives can prepare you for VCE studies such as; Art Creative Practice, Media, and Visual Communication Design. These courses have many common components and transferrable skills.
This subject was formally known as Garment Construction - it has been renamed Product Design & Technology (Fashion) to help with understanding the VCE pathways and more current terminology used in the creative field.
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