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Brief: Design and produce an on trend wearable contemporary collection.

This collection we are taking inspiration from the date 2020.  It will be a futuristic look whilst embracing technology. We will be focusing on elements of structure, shape, movement and metallics,ultra-violet and neon colour. Detachable elements within garments will be introduced in this collection.

We look forward to going BACK TO THE FUTURE with this collection, exploring all the possibilities to produce a collection to show at our 2020 end of year spectacular showcase.

ABRIC SUGGESTIONS:

Light/Medium weight stretch twill or denim with AT LEAST 20% STRETCH in the width (across grain)

Tips: You can add a metallic strip down the leg to add a design feature using fabric/ribbon.

Note: Fabric choice will impact the look and feel of your final garment.

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:

Light/Medium weight stretch twill or denim with AT LEAST 20% STRETCH in the width (across grain)

Tips: You can add a metallic strip down the leg to add a design feature using fabric/ribbon.

Note: Fabric choice will impact the look and feel of your final garment.

MATERIALS NEEDED

•  4 Denim Buttons
• Overalls Buckles to accommodate a 3cm strap size for 7-12 Years
• 15cm fusible interfacing (not necessary if you are using a thick denim)

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS

Denim, Twill, Corduroy, or any other fabric that’s suitable

DUNGAREE’S Age 14 years and 16 years. Choose from one  of the following widths which are available in the store.

• 2 x 30-35mm wide dungaree buckles (or 2 x buttons)
• 6 x 15mm buttons

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS

Medium weight stretch denim, needle cord or woven cotton or anything else that you see that is suitable.

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:

Fabric width 150cm

Requires 40% 2 way stretch, ponte, liverpool, french terry, stretch sweatshirt fleece and heavier weight cotton lycras.

Tips: Fleece or ultra thick snuggle fabrics are not recommended but may work if you size up. A heavier weight fabric with less stretch or a higher spandex content will look and feel tighter than a mid weight fabric with more stretch.

Note: Fabric choice will impact the look and feel of your final garment.

This garment can be made in many ways. The dress can be made in all the one fabric. It can also be made as a single skirt. To make it a real party dress for a special occasion or Christmas dress, if you use 2 different fabrics for the tunic and the skirt. It’s all down to the fabric you choose that makes your garment stand out the most!

Fabric suggestions:

Cotton, denim, velvet or any fabric with a nice weight will work well. It must be a non-stretch woven fabric.

Quilting cotton or special occasion fabric with full body drape.

Invisible zip

9 inch zip 7yr old,

12 inch zip 10-12 yr old

14 inch zip over 12 yrs

Collar (optional) – 35cm interfacing (for stiffening the collar)

Measurements for separates

Measurements for full dress (all one fabric)