Catalog 2020-2021 
    
    May 22, 2024  
Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SEW 118 Repair or Upcycle Your Wardrobe

1 credit
This course is for students interested in repairing or upcycling their clothing. Learn how to prolong the life of your wardrobe for a more sustainable world. Use basic sewing skills to transform thrift store finds into unique clothing items. Add adornment to garments using simple hand sewing techniques. Use your creativity to make a statement of your personal style. Students work on projects of their choice at their own pace with expert guidance.

Prerequisites: None

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Use hand or machine sewing to repair or upcycle clothing
  • Evaluate clothing damage and determine method of repair or enhancement
  • Alter clothing for length adjustments
  • Analyze fabric types and contents for best use
  • Create unique styles form basic garments
  • Safely operate sewing machines and sewing tools

Total Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20