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Elective 2: Textiles, Fashion and Design Elective 2: Textiles, Fashion and Design To learn and revise: l Contemporary clothing and fashion l Textile science l Design evaluation and garment construction l Clothing and textile industries. Check what has been covered: The LLR–PQR method of revision Tick (✓) each topic when you have learned it (L), checked the links (L), revised it once (R1), practised questions (PQ) and revised it for a second time (R2). At the end is a column to help identify where help or advice is needed. Topic Learned LINKS Revised Practised Revised Do I need (L) (L) (R1) questions (R2) to ask for (PQ) help? Contemporary clothing and fashions Factors influencing design and construction Current trends Clothing requirements Elements and principles of design Textile science Fabric profile Construction techniques 2 LESS STRESS MORE SUCCESS Design evaluation and garment construction Application of elements and principles of design Garment constructions Modification of commercial pattern Clothing and textile industry Structure of industry Small businesses Career opportunities Allocation of marks/assessment for both Higher and Ordinary Levels: Element Marks Practical coursework 10% (garment 7.5%, support study 2.5%) Written coursework 10% Each year a Textile, Fashion and Design Assignment Brief (common level) is sent to schools for the practical coursework. Students are required to: l Investigate the assignment brief and its theme following the design process. l Create sketches/illustrations of an outfit based on the theme. l Cut out and construct one garment from the outfit designed. l Present a Design Folder with details of their analysis, research, implementation and evaluation. TEXTILES, FASHION AND DESIGN 3 The Design Folder contains information on: l The analysis of the assignment brief. l Research into the theme of the assignment. l Implementation (making one garment from the outfit and including prescribed processes). l Evaluation. Suggestions for the Design Folder Remember to: l Analyse and explore the assignment brief. l Include a plan of action to be followed. l Describe the outfit/garment fully. The Design Folder l Use quality illustrations (photographs, etc.). is A4-sized. l Label all diagrams/sketches and construction processes. l Reference all sources of information (books, Internet, etc.). l Describe the prescribed processes and all aspects of the construction processes accurately. l Evaluate the garment in relation to the theme given in the assignment. Making/constructing the garment Remember to: l Include prescribed processes. l Finish off all threads correctly. The garment must be l Keep the garment clean. textile-based and include l Check the tension and stitch size on the sewing a specific number of fabric machine before sewing garment pieces together. construction techniques l Press at all stages of construction and before and fabric finishes based on presenting the garment. the level you are taking. Other key points: 1. Stick to the Assignment Brief. 2. Include all the prescribed processes asked for. 3. Implement the prescribed processes correctly. 4. Do your own individual research and record it properly. 5. Make the design your own, be creative (do not copy), The garment should introduce variety and individuality, ensure it is your show progression of own work. skills developed in Junior Cycle Home 6. Choose a fabric that is easy to work with and will suit Economics. the prescribed processes. 4 LESS STRESS MORE SUCCESS Note: The Design Folder and completed garment are assessed by an examiner appointed by the State Examinations Commission. Integration of topics in Elective 2 questions In the written paper for Elective 2, you must answer Questions 2 (a) and either 2 (b) or 2 (c). Exam questions show the integration of topics. You must learn all sections of the elective. Do not omit any section when revising. Here are the topics asked in past exams. Higher Level Compulsory Q2 (a) AND Q2 (b) OR Q2 (c) 2017 l Athleisure trend (photo l Fabric profile: l Irish fashion provided) blended fabric industry l Trendsetters/media l Career influences opportunities 2016 l Fashion trends (sketch and l Regenerated and l A milliner or describe) synthetic fibres fashion designer l Trend and suitability for l Colour and design l Accessories purpose application 2015 l Playsuit/jumpsuit (sketch l Fabric profile: l Music influences and describe) natural fibre l Restyling garments l Body measurements, fabric, plan of work to assemble garment 2014 l Photo of celebrity’s style l Construction l Challenges in the l Evaluate design of dress technique for cotton clothing industry l Fabric finish l Elements of design to l An Irish fashion (enhance flatter body size and shape designer performance) 2013 l Casual wear fashion trends l Profile: fabric/ l Irish fashion l Customising denim jeans manufactured fibre industry l Evaluate the customised l Growth of textile jeans craft work 2012 l Socio-economic influences l Blended fabrics l Construction, on clothing industry colour and design l Party outfit (sketch and techniques describe) TEXTILES, FASHION AND DESIGN 5 Ordinary level Compulsory Q2 (a) AND Q2 (b) OR Q2 (c) 2017 l Debs (graduation) fashion l Natural fibres l An Irish fashion photo l Identification test designer l Comment on suitability of l Teenage fashion outfits trends l Accessory to enhance outfits 2016 l Office wear photograph l Fabric profile: l Media influences l Suitability of office suits natural fabric, on fashion advantages in l Modern footwear l Fabrics suitable for suit clothing trends jacket 2015 l Teenage outfit (sketch and l Fabric profile: l Commercial describe) synthetic/man-made patterns l Application of elements of fabric l Pressing garments design 2014 l Two-piece interview outfit l Role of small l Fabric finishes – l Fabric suitable for outfit businesses and uses and examples l Principle of design shown cottage industries in sketch l Career opportunities 2013 l Leisure/outdoor outfit l Account of a natural l Designing an outfit (sketch and describe) fabric l Functions of l Evaluate an outfit clothing 2012 l Suitability of school l An Irish fashion l Commercial uniforms designer patterns l Laying out a l Fibre for a school cardigan l Accessories pattern on fabric l Method of applying a (stages to be school crest followed) 6 LESS STRESS MORE SUCCESS To achieve good marks: l Read questions fully and underline key words. l Carefully sketch all outfits/garments and label sketches correctly. l Describe the outfit/garment separately from sketches. l Investigate current Irish designers and their contribution to the fashion industry. l Be familiar with the current state of the textile industry – read the papers, listen to the news, research via the Internet, find out what happened in the latest government budget. Marks are often lost due to lack of detail, repetition of information, no sketches/ illustrations/drawings, poor descriptions. The written paper Exam questions and summary sample answers show what is expected when answering a question. The next two exam questions show the integration of topics within the elective questions. In the following chapters, only the relevant section of a question (part of a question) and suggested answers are given. Exam questions and sample answers Higher Level 2013, Section C, Q2 (a), (b), (c) (a) ‘Fashion is a revolving door. Trends change with the seasons and styles are constantly being Make one reference to revived and revamped.’ each of the points and (i) Evaluate current fashion trends in casual wear. add one other point. Refer to colour and pattern, line/shape and accessories. (4 points × 3 marks = 12 marks) Colour and pattern: l Colours for the current season vary between vivid red, and pastel shades e.g. pinks, blues and yellows, in a mixture of plain, geometric, checks, floral prints, country and arty illustrated prints. There is less emphasis on the effects of colours. Sequins, glitter embellish evening wear. TEXTILES, FASHION AND DESIGN 7 Line/shape: l Relaxed tailoring in soft 1980s silhouettes with puff sleeves and frills. Vertical lines give an illusion of length and height, make the person look slimmer. Horizontal lines add to width and make the body look wider. Diagonal lines visually increase height. Curves create softness in designs. Sportswear continues the athleisure style of last season. l Jumpsuits, asymmetric tunics and shirts, classic trenches and jackets are popular with all fashion collections. Denim designs from the 1970s to 1990s are used in jackets and trousers. Accessories: l Bags in larger sizes, geometric in shape with embellishments for day use and clutch bags for after work events are popular. Transparent bags, shoes and boots, hats in a variety of shapes and size, gloves and arty scarves with interesting patterns are key trends in fashion. l Classic jewellery in simple designs, Art Deco designs and large statement pieces complete outfits. (ii) Describe, with the aid of a diagram, one method of customising denim jeans in order to give them a unique look. (Description = 3 marks, diagram = 4 marks, total = 7 marks) Method: Fraying denim jeans Choose from distressing, fraying, embroidery (machine, hand), applique, bleaching, adding studs, labels, sequins, stencilling, fabric painting Draw the diagram first and then describe the method. 8 LESS STRESS MORE SUCCESS Description: Equipment: denim jeans, tailor’s chalk, embroidery scissors or art scalpel, old magazine, tweezers Method: 1. Using tailor’s chalk mark the position of the lines to be cut 10 cm above the knee line. 2. Place magazine in the leg of the trousers to prevent Always choose two layers of fabric being cut. examples from 3. Cut the marked horizontal lines using the small the current season scissors/art scalpel. to customise any 4. Using the tweezers tease out the white horizontal garment. and the vertical threads. 5. Remove the vertical threads, check for loose threads and press. (iii) Evaluate the design of the customised jeans with reference to function and aesthetic appeal.
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