FA 152 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Department of Textile and Fashion Design

Course Name

Introduction to Fashion Design

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
FA 152	Spring	1	6	4	4

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	English
Course Type	Required
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	face to face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	Critical feedback Jury Application: Experiment / Laboratory / Workshop Practical demonstration Lecture / Presentation
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	Öğr.Gör.Dr. BAŞAK SÜLLER
Course Lecturer(s)	Öğr. Gör. İdil AKTIHANOĞLU YILDIRIM Öğr.Gör. BEGÜM YAZAR Öğr.Gör.Dr. BAŞAK SÜLLER
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives	The aim of this course is to inform students about the fashion industry and the components of fashion design. It is aimed for students to acquire product development and basic sewing skills that will form the basis of their work in the coming years.
Learning Outcomes	The students who succeeded in this course; will be able to define basic concepts in fashion and textiles. will be able to classify fabric and sewing types. will be able to apply various sewing and finishing methods. will be able to produce a product with basic sewing applications. will be able to turn the sewing samples they apply into a catalogue by considering basic design principles.
Course Description	This course covers the basic fashion design processes such as design and material research, basic sewing methods, finishing techniques, and product development. It focuses on professional terminology, creative processes of design, and sewing studies. The use of sewing machines and teaching basic sewing techniques are included in the scope of this course.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses	X
	Major Area Courses
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

Week	Subjects	Related Preparation
1	18.02. Introduction to the course (course syllabus & materials list & studio rules) Introduction to the Fashion Industry (fashion terminology, market segments, product categories, trend systems, sources of inspiration and research) *Introduction to the Sewing Patterns Booklet (SWATCHBOOK) 20.02 Fashion & Body Relationship / Presentation of Fabric Types & Stitch Types (Straight stitch, zigzag, overlock, baby overlock, French stitch, etc.) & Fabric and Stitch Analysis on a Product	Bring 1 knit (Sweatshirt/T-shirt) and 1 woven (Jacket/ Skirt) item for analysis.Sorger, R., Udale, J. (2006), “The Fundamentals of Fashion Design”, Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940373-39-0 Mbonu, E., (2014). “Fashion Design Research”, Laurence King Publishing. ISBN: 978-1-78067-179-6 Udale, J. (2008). “Basics Fashion Design 02: Textiles and Fashion” Ava Publishing. ISBN: 978-2-940373-64-2
2	25.02. Basic straight stitch and curve stitch exercises on paper (without thread) / Getting to Know Sewing Machines & Threading and Settings & Introduction to Basic Hand Sewing (Basting & Knotting & .....) 27.02. Threading Exercise and Settings / Basic Stitching Exercises on Calico (with thread) straight, zigzag and curve stitch exercises / STUDIO CRITIQUE 1	For the Wednesday, February 25, 2026 class, please bring 4 A4 printouts of the "Sewing Exercise" file uploaded to Blackboard. For the Friday, February 27, 2026 class, please bring 20 pieces of A4-sized calico fabric cut out of fabric + 4 copies of the Sewing Exercise file. Singer, Ruth (2010). “Sew eco: sewing sustainable and re-used materials”, A. & C. Black, ISBN: 978-14081-0284-8 Amaden-Crawford, Connie (2006). “A guide to fashion sewing”, Fairchild ISBN: 1-56367-450-5
3	04.03. Threading Exercise and Adjustments / Basic Stitching Exercises on Calico (with thread) straight, zigzag and curve exercises / STUDIO CRITIQUE 1 06.03. Overlock (baby overlock, 3-thread overlock) & Overlock Stitch Application	Singer, Ruth (2010). “Sew eco: sewing sustainable and re-used materials”, A. & C. Black, ISBN: 978-14081-0284-8 Amaden-Crawford, Connie (2006). “A guide to fashion sewing”, Fairchild ISBN: 1-56367-450-5
4	11.03. Cutting & Pattern Cutting (seam allowance, fabric direction, cutting, etc.) & Lining & Ironing / Square Joining Exercise 13.03. Square Joining Exercise 14.03.2026 (Saturday) Use of Trim, Darts, Interfacing / Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffles, Piece Joining & Slanted Stitch and Gathering Exercises STUDIO CRITIQUE 2	Fischer, A. (2009). “Basics Fashion Design 03: Construction”, Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940373-75-8 Shoben, M., Ward, J. P. (2012). “Pattern cutting and making up: the professional approach”, Routledge. ISBN: 978-0750603645 Joseph –Armstrong, H. (1995). “Patternmaking for Fashion Design”, Prentice Hall. ISBN: 0-321-03423-6 Chunman Lo, D. (2011). “Pattern Making: Portfolio Skills. Fashion & Textiles”, Laurence King Publishing. ISBN 978-1856697507, Pages: 16- 17 March 14, 2026 (Saturday): There will be make up class for the class missed on Friday, March.
5	18.03 Using Trim, Darts, and Interfacing / Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffles, Piece Joining & Slanted Stitching and Gathering Exercises 20.03 Holiday Break	Amaden-Crawford, Connie (2006). “A guide to fashion sewing”, Fairchild ISBN: 1-56367-450-5
6	25.03. Types and Applications of Binding / Belt Set Exercise 27.03. Finishing Techniques - double hemming, overlock leftover turning, single needle turning, French seam & Boning STUDIO CRITIQUE 3	Amaden-Crawford, Connie (2006). “A guide to fashion sewing”, Fairchild ISBN: 1-56367-450-5
7	01.04. PROJECT 1: TOP (Top Application Using Basic Sewing Techniques - fabric cutting & sewing) 03.04. PROJECT 1: TOP (Top Application Using Basic Sewing Techniques - fabric cutting & sewing) SUBMISSION	Materials from the Materials List & Fabrics chosen by students for the TOP
8	MIDTERM WEEK
9	15.04 Zipper Examples & Sewing & Application 17.04 Slit Examples & Sewing & Application STUDIO CRITIQUE 4
10	22.04. Types and Applications of Fabric/ Types and Applications of Pockets 24.04. Types & Applications of Pockets STUDIO CRITIQUE 5
11	29.04. Basic Pattern Manipulation Techniques and Applications (On a Skirt) 01.05 Labor and Solidarity Day	The pattern chosen for the 24.04.2026 class must be prepared and brought. *The fabrics and materials listed in the materials list for the FINAL PROJECT must be brought.
12	06.05. Application of the Selected Pattern to Calico, 1:1 Scale in Exact Measurements 08.05 FINAL PROJECT: Skirt Pattern & Cutting and Sewing	*The fabrics and materials listed in the materials list for the FINAL PROJECT must be brought
13	13.05: FINAL PROJECT: Skirt Sewing / Zipper, interfacing application, pocket, decorative stitching, slit, use of a chosen method (Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffle) 15.05: FINAL PROJECT: Skirt Sewing / Zipper, interfacing application, pocket, decorative stitching, slit, use of a chosen method (Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffle)	*The fabrics and materials listed in the materials list for the FINAL PROJECT must be brought
14	20.05: FINAL PROJECT: Skirt Sewing / Zipper, interfacing application, pocket, decorative stitching, slit, use of a chosen method (Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffle) + SWATCH BOOK 22.05: FINAL PROJECT: Skirt Sewing / Zipper, interfacing application, pocket, decorative stitching, slit, use of a chosen method (Ribbing, Pleating, Gathering, Ruffle) + SWATCH BOOK	*The fabrics and materials listed in the materials list for the FINAL PROJECT must be brought
15	FINAL PROJECT SUBMISSION (SKIRT + SWATCHBOOK)
16	Semester Review

Course Notes/Textbooks

Suggested Readings/Materials

Sorger, R., Udale, J. (2006), “The Fundamentals of Fashion Design”, Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940373-39-0
Mbonu, E., (2014). “Fashion Design Research”, Laurence King Publishing. ISBN: 978-1-78067-179-6

Udale, J. (2008). “Basics Fashion Design 02: Textiles and Fashion” Ava Publishing. ISBN: 978-2-940373-64-2
Hopkins, J. (2009). “Basics Fashion Design 05: Fashion Drawing” Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940411-15-3

Renfrew, E. (2009). “Basics Fashion Design 04: Developing a Collection”, Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940373-95-6
Fischer, A. (2009). “Basics Fashion Design 03: Construction”, Ava Publishing. ISBN 978-2-940373-75-8
Shoben, M., Ward, J. P. (2012). “Pattern cutting and making up: the professional approach”, Routledge. ISBN: 978-0750603645
Joseph –Armstrong, H. (1995). “Patternmaking for Fashion Design”, Prentice Hall. ISBN: 0-321-03423-6
Chunman Lo, D. (2011). “Pattern Making: Portfolio Skills. Fashion & Textiles”, Laurence King Publishing. ISBN 978-1856697507, Pages: 16- 17
Gale, C., Kaur, J. (2004). “Fashion andTextiles: an Overview”, Berg, ISBN: 1-85973-813-3, Bölüm1 ve 2
Singer, Ruth (2010). “Sew eco: sewing sustainable and re-used materials”, A. & C. Black, ISBN: 978-14081-0284-8
Amaden-Crawford, Connie (2006). “A guide to fashion sewing”, Fairchild ISBN: 1-56367-450-5

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing
Participation	1	10
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	5	50
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project	1	40
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
Final Exam
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	7	100
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	1	16
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16	6	96
Study Hours Out of Class			0
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	5	1	5
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments			0
Presentation / Jury			0
Project	2	1.5	3
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms			0
Final Exam			0
		Total	120

#	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to develop and design a collection independently.	-	-	-	-	-
2	To be able to do maintain a design research individually or as a team.	-	X	-	-	-
3	To be able to develop entrepreneurship- and managerial skills for a future professional practice.	-	-	-	-	-
4	To be able to understand, interpret and apply theoretical knowledge in fashion and textile design.	-	-	-	-	-
5	To be able to analyze and integrate the particular local and regional needs and of their profession.	-	-	-	-	-
6	To be able to obtain a multidisciplinary point of view, follow and analyze the new issues, changes and trends in contemporary design and art in such a way that they can be integrated into design practice.	-	X	-	-	-
7	To be able to apply industrial requirements, knowledge of material & usage and know-how knowledge in the creation of high quality fashion products.	-	-	X	-	-
8	To be able to use digital information and communication technologies at a level that is adequate to the discipline of fashion and textile design.	X	-	-	-	-
9	To be able to develop an ongoing analytical and professional approach to academic and design research.	-	-	-	-	-
10	To be able to recognize the need and importance of a personal lifelong learning attitude towards their chosen area of interest.	-	X	-	-	-
11	To be able to collect data in the areas of fashion and textile design and communicate with colleagues in a foreign language ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1).	-	-	-	-	-
12	To be able to speak a second foreign at a medium level of fluency efficiently.	-	-	-	-	-
13	To be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to their field of expertise.	-	-	-	-	-