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Fashion Design

Certificate

Design and make your own garments - learn sketching, pattern cutting, sewing and finishing across five practical assignments.

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Why this course?

Create clothing you're proud to wear. This beginner-friendly course builds a solid foundation in fashion design and garment construction through five hands-on assignments.

You'll progress step by step: researching inspiration and developing mood boards; sketching and producing technical flats; taking measurements and working with size charts; learning core pattern-cutting methods (blocks, adjustments, simple drafting) and basic draping on the stand. You'll explore fabric properties and grain, practise essential machine skills and seam types, and construct simple garments (e.g., skirt/top/dress) with attention to fit, closures and finishing techniques. You'll also touch on sustainable choices, care labels and presenting your work.

Learning is supported by expert-created resources - video tutorials, written guides and project briefs - and you'll receive regular tutor guidance with detailed feedback on each assignment. By the end, you'll have the confidence and know-how to design, plan and make your own garments, plus a small portfolio of sketches, technical drawings and finished pieces.

COURSE DETAILS

About this course

Course Level

N/A

Course Duration

This course typically takes Approximately 3-6 months to complete.

Course Assessment

This course is assessed via 5 practical assignments.

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Entry requirements: To enrol on this course, you must be over 18 years of age.

BAC

BAC

Accreditation

The National Academy of Creative Arts is an accredited provider of the British Accreditation Council (BAC), a leading authority in quality assurance for independent education in the UK. Recognised globally by students, agents and government bodies, the BAC mark represents the highest standards in teaching, student welfare and institutional management.

STUDY MODE

Explore Our Flexible Learning Path

Home Study courses at the National Academy of Creative Arts allow you to learn at your own pace.
As a Home Study student you will receive access to our Online Learning Centre with in-depth course materials including instructional videos, written content, and carefully crafted assignments. You will also have a dedicated tutor to support you on your learning journey.

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OUTCOMES

What will you learn?

Explore core fashion design principles and methods

Gain foundational knowledge of silhouette, proportion, fabrics, and construction as a starting point for creative practice.

Develop essential sketching and illustration techniques

Learn to communicate basic design ideas visually through simple sketches and introductory fashion drawing skills.

Understand fabric selection and basic garment construction

Experiment with simple construction techniques and fabric choices to create personal garments confidently.

Apply styling concepts for personal projects

Build confidence combining garments, accessories, and colors to reflect personal taste and creativity in your designs

PROGRAM

Course Overview

Unlock your potential as a fashion designer with our immersive course, where you'll master the art of creating stunning, innovative shapes through draping on a mannequin. Dive into the creative world of fashion design by generating exciting ideas for outfits and experimenting with mood boards to explore a variety of themes and styles. Enhance your design skills with techniques like sketching, collage, and draping. This course is your gateway to understanding the fundamental techniques and processes that drive the fashion industry. Elevate your creativity and transform your visions into reality.

Key learnings:

  • Idea Generation
  • Starting Your Sketchbook
  • Draping Techniques
  • Collage Creation
  • Sketching Mastery
  • Building Mood Boards
  • Crafting Presentation Boards

Transform your fashion ideas into reality by mastering the art of fabric manipulation. Dive into the world of fabrics to understand their unique properties, weights, and uses. Create stunning designs and complete your own garment using innovative deconstruction and reconstruction techniques. This journey will empower you with essential skills for choosing the right fabrics and experimenting with them to unleash your creative potential.

Key learnings:

  • Creating a Swatch Book
  • Understanding Technical Aspects of Fabrics
  • Choosing Fabrics
  • Basic Sewing Techniques
  • Deconstruction/Reconstruction Techniques to Upcycle Garments
  • Experimenting with Fabrics
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TUTORS

Meet Our Fashion Design Educators

All our tutors are creative professionals working in the industry.

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