Coco Fashion Design Centre, Toronto:
Located in the spacious Downsview Park complex in midtown Toronto, Canada, the Coco Fashion Design Centre is a unique institution unlike other fashion schools. There is currently no other Private Career College that covers this type of education streams within the region. By developing the programs to be practical and intensive, this will help students to enter in the industry in shorter span of time as compared to other colleges. At Coco Fashion Design Centre we are committed to having affordable programs so that when you graduate you can focus on accelerating your future career plans. You will learn from industry professionals, who have a working knowledge of current trends and technologies. We are authorized to grant certificates and Diplomas in Pattenmaking and Garment Construction both Basic and Advanced. We use a project driven, hands-on practical learning by doing approach. This approach generates a better understanding of all the process involved in fashion designing.
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Programs:
Individual, full or part-time courses are available at every level throughout the year. Check out our Creative Fashion Design Programs and Continuing Education courses that include Sewing Techniques, Apparel Design, Fashion Design, Pattern Design, Careers in Fashion, Introduction to Illustration and Drawing and Industry Basics.
Certificate in Fashion Design
Patternmaking and Garment Construction Certificate:
Includes:
Sewing Techniques for Beginners
Introduction to Apparel Design
Applied Apparel Design
Unit 1-STB001 - Introduction to Sewing Techniques
1. Hand stitches:
Basting
Blind stitch
2. Machine familiarity and sewing techniques:
Industrial machines
Open or plain seam
French seam
Flat-fell seam
3. Introduction to pattern making and design:
Learn to take correct measurements
4. Fabric Embellishment
5. Design techniques:
Pleats
Neckline finishes
Collars
Cuffs
Outside and inside pockets
Use of stretch fabrics and finishing techniques
Unit 2-IAD002 - Introduction to Apparel Design
Students learn basic design techniques by understanding pattern making, cutting and sewing techniques as well as learning the commercial method of garment construction.
Learning Outcomes
1. Pattern Making
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Create pattern using the flat method
Pattern development and adaptation
Design into different styles
2. Lay Planning
Calculate the correct amount of material/fabric required for the garment
3. Assembly
Garment construction
Fitting
Applying seam finishes
Unit 3-APD003 - Applied Apparel Design
A more developed approach to pattern making and design with the use of working sketches for the intended garment. Continuation of the techniques developed in Introduction to Apparel and Design with emphasis on industry production.
Topics include:
1. Textile Fabric Study
Learn the different types of fabrics and their main uses.
2. Pattern Making II
Drafting bodice and dress blocks
Manipulate darts and line of symmetry
Effects of collars and sleeves
3. Alteration Techniques
Samples
Finished Garments
Diploma in Fashion Design
Advanced Patternmaking and Garment Construction Diploma:Fashion Design and Construction
- Draping
- Learn the fundamentals of professional draping
- Accomplish basic draping techniques
- Make basic draped blocks use of a dress form as a tool
- Pattern Making III
- Create block from working sketch
- Fitting Techniques
- Clothing analysis
- Evaluation of garment
- Textile choices
Alteration Techniques - Advanced
Students learn more complex alteration techniques
Applied Fashion Design and Construction
Builds on skills learned in Apparel Design, and Fashion Design and Construction. Students are introduced to more advanced pattern design and tailoring skills and techniques as well as construction of their fashion line.
Students will develop:
1. A Portfolio
Students learn how to create effective portfolios.
2. A Fashion Li
ne
Students will create 10 outfits.
Continuing Education
Beginners – SKIRTS (course code – CEBS101):
* Sewing Machine Basic
* About the machine- threading, winding the bobbin, sew a varieties of seams, zippers Application
* Create a skirt block pattern
* Cut and sew the muslin block for fitting
* Create a skirt – either an A-line or pencil skirt
Beginners – PANTS (course code – CEBP101):
* Machine basics
* Creating front fly sample, top stitching
* Create a pant block pattern
* Cut and sew the muslin block for fitting
* Create a pair of slacks
Intermediate – BLOUSE with SLEEVE BLOCK (course code - CEIB101):
* Create patterns
* Cut and sew the muslin block for fitting
* Design a top with sleeves
* Create and sew garment
Advanced - DRESSES (course code – CEAD101):
Prerequisite - Intermediate – Blouse w/ sleeve block
* Design Dress block
* Cut and sew the muslin block for fitting
* Create shift dress and sew garment
Portfolio Development
INTRODUCTION TO THE BUSINESS OF FASHION (IBF101):
The objective of this course is to prepare students for a career in fashion. This is a foundation course that will impart basic skills and knowledge required for entry into post secondary fashion courses.
This course along with practical courses in illustration and sewing will allow prospective students to focus their career objectives and further enhance their performance throughout their study and career in the fashion industry. Topics covered:
1. Fashion Industry Basics
* Introduction to fashion and apparel – concept to consumer
* Factors affecting fashion
* Terms in fashion, apparel and textiles
* Fashion markets and how they operate
2. Know Your Fabrics and Trims
* Types and designs of fabrics and trims
* Identification and end uses
* Sourcing and quality
* Resources for fabrics and trims
3. Know Your Garments
* Types of garments
* Measurements and styling basics
* Apparel development and production basics
* Evaluate your wardrobe
4. Fashion Design
* The concept of fashion forecasting
* Information gathering and sourcing for colours, fabrics and trends
* Fashion posters and board: inspiration. theme, color, line etc.
* Resources for fashion designers
5. Fashion Business
* Definition of merchandise and merchandising
* Basics in retailing and buying and their significance in product planning
* Merchandiser’s role in product development
* Market and customer profiling
* Product development and analysis
* Resources for buyers and merchandisers
6. Preparing For a Fashion Career
* Tips for portfolio and discussions
* Evaluating key skills and knowledge - critique
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