Final Project Presentation SS3 Fashion and Garment Making Lesson Note

Defining Your “Collection”

A collection isn’t just a random pile of clothes. It is a family of outfits that tell a story.

1. The “Common Thread” (Theme) Your garments should look like they belong together. You can do this by using:

• Color: Using the same colors in different ways across three outfits.
• Fabric: Using Ankara for one, Lace for the second, and a mix for the third.
• Style: Making all the outfits “Office Wear” or all “Traditional Wedding Guest.”

2. Individual vs. Group Work

• Individual: You are the boss. You show your personal range (e.g., one skirt, one top, one gown).
• Group: You must show teamwork. The outfits should look like a “uniform” for a specific brand. Everyone should be able to explain their specific contribution.

The “Lookbook” and Documentation

The examiners don’t just want to see the clothes; they want to see the “journey” from a sketch to a finished garment.

1. The Mood Board This is a large card or digital page where you paste:

• Scraps of the fabrics you used.
• Pictures from magazines that inspired you.
• Your original hand-drawn sketches.

2. The Technical Folder Each garment in your collection needs a page that shows:

• The Measurement Chart: Who was this made for?
• The Costing: Exactly how much did it cost to make?
• The Care Label: Tell the customer how to wash it (e.g., “Hand wash only,” “Do not bleach”).

The “Final Touch” (Fitting and Grooming)

A beautiful dress looks terrible if it doesn’t fit the model properly. This is the “Model Management” phase.

1. The Model Fitting

• Ensure the model can walk comfortably.
• Check that the hemline is straight when they are wearing the shoes they will use for the presentation.
• Safety: Make sure no pins are left inside the dress!

2. Accessorizing Don’t just show the dress. Think about the whole look:

• Does the headwrap (Gele) match?
• Are the shoes appropriate?
• Keep jewelry simple so it doesn’t distract from your sewing work.

The Presentation (The “Runway” or Display)

How you show the clothes is just as important as how you sew them.

1. The Display Stand If you are displaying on mannequins:

• Make sure the mannequin is clean.
• Steam the clothes one last time after putting them on the dummy.
• Place your Mood Board and Portfolio next to the display so people can read about your work.

2. The “Pitch” (Talking about your work) When the examiners walk up to your stand, be ready to talk.

• Introduce yourself: “My name is [Name], and my collection is titled [Title].”
• Explain the “Why”: “I chose these fabrics because they represent the strength of modern women.”
• Show the “Inside”: Confidently turn a hem or a neckline inside out to show how neat your overlocking and finishing are.

Evaluation and Feedback

The project doesn’t end when the bell rings. It ends when you learn from the experience.

1. Dealing with Feedback

• If an examiner points out a crooked seam, don’t get angry. Say, “Thank you, I will pay more attention to my tension settings next time.”
• Listen to what they say about your Creativity and your Technical Skill.

2. The “After-Project” Check

• Take high-quality photos of your collection. These will be the first photos in your professional portfolio if you decide to open your own shop after school.
• Clean your equipment. After a big project, your sewing machine needs oiling and your workspace needs a deep clean.

Summary for the Student: This project is your bridge from being a student to being a professional. Treat your collection with respect. Be proud of the stitches you’ve made, because every seam you’ve sewn is a step toward your future in the fashion industry.