Fiber, Fabric & Fashion
RULES OF PLAY
First Edition
OBJECT
The object of this class is to give students a general overview of the textile arts. Major topics covered
will include basics of hand sewing and knitting, fashion illustration and design, basic machine sewing,
fabric design and fiber arts.
PREPARATION
A good attitude is the only preparation you need. You do not need to have previously learned skills in
order to do well in class. A class fee of $50 will help cover the cost of supplies. You may need to
supply some materials, but most of these would be things you already have- or are easy to get.
THE BANKER
Mrs. Simanis-Laimins will be the banker for this class. She will count points for participation, projects,
assignments and quizzes. It is your responsibility to make sure the banker is keeping records up to
date and correct. Bring any discrepancy to her attention as soon as you notice it. She assumes you
are checking your Gradebook regularly.
THE PLAY
Each student will receive Lane Tech Dollars when they bring in their parent information sheet.
Some supplies we use in class will cost you some of your cash. You will be charged for tardies and
unexcused absences, not bringing a note after an absence, turning your work in late, not cleaning up,
not being conservation minded with supplies, texting on your cellphone, etc. Be prepared to hand the
money over when asked. You must keep track of your money, so write your name on the back of
each bill.
You may earn extra cash by helping in the classroom, bringing in donations or having your work
selected for exhibitions.
You may also be sent to jail (discipline) if you are in anyway disrespectful to anyone.
You may, or may not, get a holiday bonus.
We may have items you can buy with your cash at the end of each marking period.
“GO”
Each quarter we will be completing tasks on one side of the board, so we will begin at GO, but not
pass GO.
BANKRUPCY
The object of the class is to complete all tasks and to exhibit good sportsmanship at all times. By
following the above rules of play, you can certainly avoid bankruptcy. The banker on an individual
basis will review each bankruptcy.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mrs. Simanis-Laimins can be reached by emailing her at krsimanis@cps.edu.
SUMMARY
You have enrolled in an elective Fiber, Fabric & Fashion. We will investigate a wide range of textile
arts. The year is broken up into four topics. Quarter one we will focus on the basics of hand sewing
and knitting, the second we will focus on clothing design, illustration and photography. Third quarter
will be focused on basic machine sewing and the final quarter dedicated to fabric design and work
with fibers.
You must take a digital photo of each piece you complete, as I will expect you to turn in a digital
portfolio at the end of the school year. Google Drive, PowerPoint of Flickr are all good platforms to
use to organize your work. Keep all assignments and written work until the end of each semester.
http://krsimanis.edublogs.org is a blog I am developing that should include vocabulary lists,
slideshows, instructions, videos and links. This blog is designed to accompany instruction, so follow
along. Comments are blocked, but feel free to suggest links, and give feedback to me about the
content of the blog by talking to me or emailing me at krsimanis@cps.edu .
A $50 lab fee for this class will cover most basic materials. Students may bring in supplies if they feel
that they want to have a greater selection than we have in the classroom. Some projects may ask for
students to repurpose or restyle old clothes or garments they get from thrift stores. In most cases
these will be items students already have.
You will need to bring a
#2 pencil
Sketchbook
Lined paper for written assignments
Extra credit will be given to students who bring in
A ream of paper for the printer
Hand soap
Paper towels
Kleenex
The rules of the class are simple: attend class regularly and on time, complete all assignments by the
due dates, clean up after yourself, be conservation minded with all supplies and be nice to students
and staff. Grading is on a 10 point scale. A- 90% and above, and so on.
If a concern, or praise- such as a winning entry in an art exhibit needs to be shared, it is important
that I have an accurate way of getting a hold of parents and students, so please fill out and return the
contact information sheet.
Just the same, it is important for you to be able to get a hold of me. The BEST way is to email me at
krsimanis@cps.edu. Leaving a message with the office or on voicemail is not as good as email.
I look forward to working with you and investigating many aspects of Fiber, Fabric & Fashion.
-Mrs. Simanis-Laimins
COURSE OUTLINE Fiber, Fabric &Fashion 2013/2014
Textbook(s)used: Variety of resources
Kristina Simanis-Laimins
Week
Topic
Subtopic
Tasks
Illinois
Learning
Standards
(State
Goals)
1 (5)
Introduction
to course &
expectations
Color theory
Needles
Threading
and Buttons
Teacher expectations and syllabus
Student survey- telling a story about a special piece of clothing
Color Theory vocabulary, Create color wheel,
Apply color vocab in drawings and photos of fashion
Basic hand sewing vocabulary
Threading a needle, running stitch, blanket stitch, tying off.
Sewing a button. Contests, competitions.
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Basics of
Hand Sewing
Needles and
Buttons
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Basics of
Hand Sewing
Embroidery
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Embroidery
Basic hand sewing vocabulary
Seam allowance, seam, grain, right side/wrong side
Make a needle carrier- apply information from week 2
Samplers, Embroidery floss organization and use
Make a stitch book
Create a sampler- seven stitch book stitches, three independently researched
Using 5 stitches and staying within a named color scheme, stitch a doodle
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Embroidery/
Cross stitch
Using 5 stitches and staying within a named color scheme, stitch a doodleCross stitch techniques and vocabulary
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26, 27
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Cross stich
Cross stitch letter to use for pincushion
Finishing vocabulary -Turning, creating a seam, cutting corners, stuffing whipstitch
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26, 27
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Alterations/
Repurposing
Thrift store finds- Where to shop
Ripping a seam, sewing a seam, hemming.
Bring in an item to repurpose/embellish for part of a Halloween costume.
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26, 27
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Costumes
Halloween
Repurpose clothing article using hand sewing methods
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26, 27
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Costumes
Final
Repurpose clothing article using hand sewing methods
Vocabulary Final
25,
26, 27
Research and
Design
Capturing an
Era
Family Photo collage- select photo.
Find a fabric scrap/jewelry piece/ historical photos to include in collage
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26, 27
Research and
Design
Knitting
Knitting vocabulary
Students begin a scarf
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26, 27
Research and
Design
Fashion
illustration
Figure drawing- proportions of the body
The figure in proportion
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26, 27
Research and
Design
Fashion
illustration
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26, 27
Fabrics
Dec 2-6
Research and
Design
16 (5)
Dec 9-13
Research and
Design
17 (5)
Dec 16-20
Research and
Design
Special
occasion
garments
Special
occasion
garments
Calculating
cost of
production
Fashion illustration
Exaggeration of the body in fashion illustration
The Exaggerated figure- design a collection based on an idea card
Fabrics and fabric vocabulary/How are fabrics made? Why was silk so special?
A variety of techniques for capturing the feeling of fabrics in illustration
Using swatches / Fiber content and care instructions
Clothing for special occasions/ garment vocabulary
Wedding traditions- The white wedding/Design a white wedding dress
Interview family member regarding family traditions
White wedding and traditional wedding garments- special occasion clothing
Design wedding dress or suit based on the traditions of your native culture
Korean wedding traditions
Estimation of fabric use
Calculate the price of creating your garment
Wedding dress- Target vs. couture
Aug 26-30
2 (4)
Sept 3-6
3 (5)
Sept 9-13
4 (5)
Sept 16-20
5 (5)
Sept 23-27
6 (5)
Set 30-Oct 4
7 (5)
Oct 7-11
8 (4)
Oct 15-18
9 (5)
Oct 21-25
10 (4) *Q1
Oct 28-Nov 1
11 (5)
Nov 4-8
12 (3)
Nov 13-15
13 (5)
Nov 18-22
14 (2)
Nov 25-26
15 (5)
18 (5)
Jan 6-10
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Basics of
Hand Sewing
Research and
Design
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26, 27
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19 (3)
Jan 13-17
The garment industry’s dark side/ controversy of local vs. overseas manufacture
Vocabulary and Inspiration equation- students combine 2-3 inspirations to create a
design
Quilts/Quilt barns Draw and research a quilt pattern.
Why would you select this to reflect yourself?
Parts of a sewing machine vocabulary
Sewing with the grain. Sewing on the bias
Quilts: Sewing on the grain vs. the bias
Fabric math- how much yardage would you need?
Fabric vocabulary and standard measurements.
Working on the bias- men’s neckties
Research and
Design
Machine
Sewing
Final
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Fabric math
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Bias and
grain
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Machine
Sewing
Fabric Design
Sewing
Fabric vocabulary and standard measurements.
Working on the bias- men’s neckties
Planning and sewing a basic garment
Find a drawing you drew when you were a child
Sewing a basic garment
Planning and creating a soft sculpture from a child’s drawing
Finish basic garment
Planning and creating a soft sculpture from a child’s drawing
Begin Independent project proposal
Independent project-design
Sewing
Independent project-production
Sewing
Final
Textile design
31 (4)
April 8-11
Fabric Design
Textile design
Independent project- assessment
Final -Math calculations and vocabulary
Japanese street style
Collect motifs from nature
Japanese patterns in textile design- from most realistic to most abstract in steps
32 (3)
April 21-25
Fabric Design
Textile design
33 (5)
April 28May 2
34 (5)
May 5-9
Fabric Design
Textile design
Fabric Design
Textile design
35 (5)
May 12-16
Fabric Design
Fabric
Painting
36 (5)
May 19-23
Fabric Design
37 (4)
May 27-30
20 (3) *Q2
Jan 21-23
21 (5)
Jan 27-31
22 (5)
Feb 3-7
23 (4)
Feb 10-14
24 (5)
Feb 17-21
25 (5)
Feb 24-28
26 (5)
March 3-7
27 (5)
Mar 10-14
28 (5)
Mar 17-21
29 (4) *Q3
Mar 24-28
30 (5)
Mar 31-Ap 4
Bias and
grain
Bias and
grain
Sewing
Sewing
Step and repeat patterns- printing for fabric (comp lab???)
ACTs
Step and repeat patterns- printing on fabric
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26, 27
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26, 27
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26, 27
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26, 27
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26, 27
Hermes scarves
Select a design. Describe the kind of person who would wear this scarf and why
Painting on fabric
Painting on fabric
Clay and Arts Festival May 16th
25,
26, 27
Fabric
Painting
Painting on fabric
25,
26, 27
Fabric Design
Tie dye
Fabric dyes and tie dying
38 (5)
June 2-6
Fabric Design
Finals
Tie dye
Finals
Fabric dyes and tie dying
Finals
25,
26, 27
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26, 27
39
(2)
June 9-10
+13
Clean up
Inventory of
supplies and
yardage
Clean up and organize for next year.
25,
26, 27
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26, 27