What is this subject about?
In this advanced course, you’ll set the direction for two major projects—shaping every aspect from concept to creation. You’ll have the freedom to decide your project boundaries, whether that means designing your own fabric, experimenting with print and dye techniques, making basic pattern modifications, or mastering advanced sewing skills like inserting zips and pockets. Choose to create garments such as a skirt with a zip, a hoodie, or a bomber jacket—or propose your own ideas. This is a self-directed experience where you’ll push your technical and creative abilities, producing original, high-quality fashion pieces that showcase your personal vision and growing expertise.
Why might I be interested in this subject?
- Express your creativity by designing and making your own unique clothes
- Learn valuable skills like sewing, pattern making, and fabric design
- Gain confidence in using advanced techniques such as zips, pockets, and fabric manipulation
- Explore fashion design from concept to finished garment, building a professional portfolio
- Work independently and bring your personal style and ideas to life
- Prepare for future opportunities in fashion, design, or creative industries
How will I demonstrate my learning?
- Digital Folio or Visual Diary as a record of your practical learning
- Sewing Project #1
- Sewing Project #2
- Research Assignment
Important note!
This elective option is only available to students who have completed Product Design and Technology - Fashion.
Please note that if you choose this elective and are not eligible, the Product Design and Technologies elective might fill up, and you could miss out on a place in that class.
If you are unsure about whether you meet the criteria - please contact Mrs Haberle: haberlee@ruyton.vic.edu.au
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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