New 2025 Schedule
Part Time Classes- Winter Session 2025
Ottawa, Canada
-
Learn to Sew
SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS
February 8th and 9th, 2025
This beginner-friendly class is the perfect introduction to the world of sewing. Learn how to confidently operate a sewing machine, perform essential stitches, and take your first steps into simple garment construction.
Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, develop a practical skill, or lay the foundation for a career in fashion, this course equips you with everything you need to get started. With hands-on guidance and all materials provided, you'll gain the confidence to bring your creative sewing projects to life.
-
Sketching 1
MONDAY EVENINGS 5:30PM-8:30PM
February 3rd-April 7th, 2025
This beginner-friendly class introduces the essential skills needed to create expressive and professional fashion illustrations. Learn to master figure proportions, incorporate garment details, and explore the basics of color theory to make your designs stand out.
Perfect for aspiring designers and hobbyists alike, this course provides the tools and techniques to translate your creative ideas into stunning visual representations, helping you bring your fashion concepts to life with confidence and style.
No Prerequisite
-
Pattern Making 1
TUESDAY EVENINGS 5:30PM-8:30PM
February 4th- April 1st, 2025
Discover the fundamentals of pattern drafting in this beginner-friendly course, designed to help you build essential skills for creating custom garments. Learn how to draft, adjust, and label patterns with precision, ensuring accurate measurements and a professional finish.
This course is perfect for beginners looking to gain confidence in patternmaking techniques while developing the skills necessary to bring their designs to life. Start your journey into the world of fashion with a solid understanding of pattern drafting basics.
No Prerequisite
-
Couture Sewing 1
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS 5:30PM-8:30PM
February 5th- April 16th, 2025
Delve into the art of creating custom, hand-finished garments with exceptional attention to detail. This course emphasizes intricate, high-quality techniques that elevate your sewing skills to a professional level. From precise stitching to advanced finishing methods, students will master the craftsmanship needed to produce bespoke garments of the highest standard.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Learn to Sew course is required to ensure a strong foundation in essential sewing skills.
-
Stretch fabrics
THURSDAY EVENINGS 5:30PM-8:30PM
February 6th- April 3rd, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of cutting, sewing, and working with elastic materials such as jersey and spandex in this beginner-friendly course. Students will gain hands-on experience using industrial sewing machines, mastering techniques to create well-fitted garments with stretch fabrics. This course is perfect for building your confidence and skills in working with these versatile materials.
No Prerequisite
-
History of Fashion
FRIDAY AFTERNOON 1:30PM- 4:30PM January 10th-April 25th, 2025
The History of Fashion course explores the evolution of clothing and style from ancient times to the modern era, highlighting key movements, influential designers, and cultural shifts that have shaped fashion as an art form and industry.
-
Advanced Pattern Making
FRIDAY AFTERNOON 1:30PM-4:30PM
February 7th-April 4th, 2025
Take your pattern making expertise to the next level with this advanced course designed for experienced students and professionals. Dive deeper into complex drafting techniques, refine your ability to adjust and grade patterns for different sizes, and learn to create intricate garment designs with precision.
This course focuses on advanced methods for tailoring, draping, and constructing patterns for more sophisticated and custom-fitted garments. Gain a deeper understanding of design principles, proportion, and advanced labeling standards to ensure your patterns are production-ready.
Perfect for those with prior patternmaking experience, this class provides the tools and knowledge to tackle challenging projects and expand your skill set for professional or personal design work.
Prerequisite: Pattern Making 1
Our part-time courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to become an industry leader in the Fashion Industry. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our courses are tailored to suit all levels.
Our flexible course schedules include evening and weekend options, allowing you to balance your passion for fashion with your other commitments. Our smaller class sizes provide a personalized learning experience and allow for more individualized attention from our expert instructors.
Join us today and let us help you unleash your creativity and reach new heights in the world of fashion. All are welcome to join our vibrant and inclusive community of fashion enthusiasts!
*These programs do not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges act, 2005