Week 01:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
Part 1: Mr. Daniel started the class by briefing us about this module and the assignments we will be working on this semester. This semester, we are collaborating with Converse. We will be receiving thrift Converse shoes, which must first be cleaned properly since hygiene is very important. After that, we will deconstruct the shoes and transform them into our designed fashion looks.
However, not everyone will get the chance to showcase their designs at the fashion show, only those selected by the lecturers and Converse will be chosen. Mr. Daniel also emphasized several times that he does not want us to use shiny fabrics, such as satin, for this project. Instead, we will be sewing with thrifted clothes or pants, as the project emphasizes sustainability. Therefore, we are encouraged to hunt for suitable fabrics at thrift shops.
Part 3: Before ending the class, Mr. Daniel brought out five big boxes of thrift shoes and some clothes for us to take home. As mentioned earlier, we will use these materials to deconstruct and create two fashion looks. He also taught us how to properly wash the shoes to ensure everything is clean and ready to be sewn and worn.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week, we are starting with Assignment 1: Research and Proposal. We need to explore aspects of American culture to develop our design inspiration. Mr. Daniel advised us to complete the proposal this week so that we can begin fabric research or draping on the mannequin by next week. Since we must create two full looks, we will need plenty of time to complete them.
For my concept, I chose cheerleading as my theme. Converse was originally designed for basketball, and cheerleaders often perform during breaks at basketball games to cheer for their teams. Beyond that, cheerleaders are an iconic part of American sports culture, which makes this subject matter even more exciting for me. I plan to design cheerleading-inspired outfits in a youthful and sustainable way, using thrifted fabrics.
I also began researching local thrift shops to source fabrics for my design. At home, I looked through unwanted clothes and pants to see if any could be repurposed for my looks. At least this way, I already have some thrifted materials on hand, which is better than starting with nothing.
Overall, I feel both excited and nervous. This is our second time receiving sponsorship for an event, which makes everything feel much more serious and fast-paced. Since we need to complete two full looks which is my very first time doing, so I expect it to be a challenge. Still, I’m looking forward to the process, as using thrifted clothes allows us to experiment with mix-and-match styles and create something unique.
Week 02:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
In this week’s class, Mr. Daniel began with one-on-one consultations, as usual, to discuss our subject matter and presentation slides. This allowed us to immediately add any missing research information in order to speed up our progress, so we could focus more on making the garments. While waiting for our turn in the consultation session, we were asked to start draping using thrifted clothes or pants, with the goal of completing 10 draping sets this week.
Before the class ended, Sir showed us Jane’s work as an example of a well-prepared presentation, highlighting the important information she included. Her topic was about art, which I found quite interesting, as she was able to interpret artistic elements into her fashion looks. In addition, Sir demonstrated how to drape ideas onto a mannequin, since many of us were struggling and didn’t know where to start. He created both a top and a bottom using just Converse shoes, reminding us not to worry about the outcome, since this was only an initial stage that we would improve on later.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
We need to complete all of our presentation slides as soon as possible. I need to redo mine, as my slides were too plain and lacked decoration or personal style, which made them a bit boring. I also have to add more information to my proposal because the current version feels incomplete which I skipped several important points, which made it unclear how my subject matter suddenly shifted to “Cheerleading.” To fix this, I will add some background on the history of cheerleading, along with a picture of the very first cheerleading costume, since many people only know what the current version looks like.
Final outcome:
Additionally, we must drape 10 sets of initial ideas this week and print them out in A3 size. The process has been tough for me, as this is my first time draping a garment without having a fixed design in mind. I need to be creative and learn how to reinterpret clothes such as sweaters, jackets, and pants into more fashion-forward looks. However, after Sir’s demonstration, I started to gain more ideas for my draping. Initially, I was too worried to even start because I thought we were working with the actual fabrics or garments, but now I understand this stage is just experimental.
This week, I felt a bit stressed since it was my first time draping before moving on to the garment design development stage. At first, I felt clueless, but after doing more online research, the process became clearer. Draping menswear was especially challenging for me because I am not very familiar with menswear fashion. Still, I will try my best by researching more about menswear draping and design in order to gain inspiration and ideas for my project.
Week 03:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
This week’s class began with Sir briefing us on what to do. For those who haven’t completed their draping yet, we were reminded to finish it as soon as possible since it serves as the initial drawing for our assignment. Meanwhile, those who had already completed their work last week could start having consultation sessions with Sir to get feedback. If there were any unnecessary or excessive draping parts, we would erase them before applying the picture onto the croquis.
During the second part of the class, right before it ended, Sir asked Faya and me to print out our croquis with the draping applied so that he could demonstrate to everyone how to do design development using our draping designs. He explained how to apply our subject matter onto the designs, and also reminded us that the more we draw, the more we should reflect on each design by identifying what works well and what needs improvement for the next look.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week, our task was to complete the design development stage since our progress has been slightly behind according to the assignment brief. It would be ideal to complete all 60 design developments by the end of the week so that we can move on to finalizing our designs and continue with the next assignment, which is textile manipulation.The process of creating design developments was both challenging and clear at the same time. My mindset was clear because I already understood how to approach this stage, as we learned about it during Semester 1. However, it became quite difficult to come up with new ideas for the later looks since I had already used most of my best ideas for the earlier ones. To gain more inspiration, I did additional research online on how cheerleading costumes can be transformed into fashion runway looks.
In addition, Mr. Farid brought in more Converse shoes for us, and luckily, I managed to grab quite a few pairs. After reviewing my designs, I felt it would be best to have as many as possible since we are creating two looks with front and back and the shoes will help emphasize the Converse theme while allowing me to be more experimental with the styling.
Overall, this week was quite stressful because we had to complete all 60 drawings in just one week. It was my first time producing such a large number of design developments. However, it was also an interesting and rewarding experience because I got to explore how to translate my subject matter into a fashion runway look. I believe the more we draw, the better our designs become. I hope my designs will be approved or even impress Sir, as that would show how much I’ve improved during this degree. Since this is my first time designing fashion looks at a degree level, I truly hope to keep improving with each completed assignment
Week 04:LESSON OF THE WEEK
There was no lecture session this week, as we used the time for sketching sessions and design development for Assignment 1. Those who had completed their sketches had consultation sessions with sir, who asked us to come up with four words related to our theme and concept. From our sketches, we were required to select two designs from each page, resulting in a total of twenty chosen designs. Then, sir selected the best three designs from our collection for either female or male, for further development. That became our main task for this week.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week, our goal was to complete the final stage of design development. Since sir recommended that I focus only on womenswear, I developed fifteen sketches based on my previous three designs. Overall, I feel that my drawings have improved as I’ve gained a clearer understanding of the concept and design direction I want to pursue. I’m quite satisfied with the results so far.
Final outcome:
In terms of my overall experience, I felt a little disappointed at first because sir didn’t recommend me to do menswear for my collection. I’ve always wanted to try menswear since we’ve been focusing on womenswear from Semester 1 until now, and I hoped to make a change this time. However, even though I’m only doing womenswear, I’ll still put in my best effort and aim to do better than before. Moreover, I’m excited for next week because after completing this stage, sir will choose two designs from our sketches as our final ones. I can’t wait to see which design will be selected, will it be the one I like?
Week 05:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
Before allowing us to continue with our own tasks in class, Sir briefed us on what needed to be completed this week, such as the submission for our assignment, which includes the proposal and drawings. However, we don’t need to hand in the technical drawings yet since we might make some changes after completing our textile manipulation. Moreover, we will begin textile manipulation next week, so all of us should start sourcing the fabric materials we’ll need.
During the consultation session, I showed Sir the 15 drawings I did for last week’s task. He asked me to select two designs from each page and add more feminine details to them since they weren’t detailed enough to express a feminine vibe. He then chose two final designs for my collection looks and asked me to start coloring or making collages to explore the color schemes I intend to use for my collection.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
Our task for this week is to complete the color development for our designs by creating different color versions of the final looks. Having multiple options allows us to choose the best combination that fits our concept the most.
After completing the color development, we also need to draw the final front and back views of our designs. Since our previous sketches only included the front view, the back view will help the audience better understand our full design and the details we plan to include.
Overall, I feel excited because we have finally completed Assignment 1, which involved research and sketching. Next week, we’ll move on to textile manipulation which is something I’m really interested in, as it helps visualize how our ideas will be interpreted into fabric and texture. I can’t wait for next week, as we’re getting closer to the pattern-making process and starting our test fits. I’m really looking forward to seeing how my design will look in real life.
Week 06:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
Part 1: To start the class, Sir briefed us on what we need to complete and submit this week, as usual. The most important thing to be submitted on Thursday is Assignment 1. Other than that, he informed us that we will also be doing a final portfolio this semester, which requires us to draw two looks on A3 paper as usual. These drawings will be used for our presentation to let the lecturers visualize how the outfits would look when worn by a model.
Moreover, we also need to complete our technical drawings for both looks, as we will need to show them to the pattern-making lecturer during the Pattern Technology class. Last but not least, we will start working on fabric manipulation, which is part of Assignment 2. We will have around two weeks to complete and submit it.
After the briefing, Sir conducted consultation sessions for students who needed guidance on their fabric choices, final drawings, and technical drawings.
Part 2: Sir also reminded us that, since we are already in Semester 3, our technical drawings should include detailed elements such as stitches, buttons, and other garment features. This is to ensure our drawings look more professional and realistic.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
Our main task this week is to submit assignment 1 and complete the technical drawings, as we will need to show them to our pattern lecturer on Friday to explain our fashion looks.
Final outcome for assignment 1:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-la_fptm71ntHxdSW6V1lKWg33GLto4M/view?usp=drive_link
On Tuesday, I showed Sir my new color development outcomes. However, both of us felt that the final design wasn’t attractive or eye-catching enough for a fashion show. With Sir’s guidance, I created another final design, which I feel is much better than the previous one.
For this new design, I plan to deconstruct basketball jerseys and transform them into a brand-new fashion runway look. To achieve this, I ordered jerseys online, as buying imitation ones is more affordable. Since the materials are from Taobao, I’ll need to wait about a week before I can start my fabric manipulation.
At first, I felt a bit sad because my design had to be changed at the last minute, which delayed my fabric manipulation progress. This made me worry that I might have to rush before the submission deadline. However, looking on the bright side, I’m happy that my design has improved and looks much better than before. Additionally, I’m glad to be coloring and drawing again, which is one of my favorite stages of the process. It allows me to imagine how my fashion looks will appear on a model. I also enjoy coloring more than drawing, as it brings the design to life and helps me visualize the final outcome better.
Week 07:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
By starting this week's class, sir briefed us about today’s task. He mentioned that he would be checking all of our Assignment 1 outcomes and blog posts. For those he reviewed, he marked the scores right away. However, if there were any areas for improvement based on his suggestions, we needed to make the changes first before uploading the final version to Google Drive.
For mine, he asked me to add a cover page and label the drawings I made so that the audience can easily understand which design each exploration belongs to. Moreover, he also mentioned that we must complete our textile manipulations by next week since that will be the submission date for the assignment.
Final version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pvIbQqtzdXs3Wf7C4YvNE6N_tHwPUQ-p/view?usp=drive_link
MISSION OF THE WEEK
We have to complete Assignment 2, which is the textile manipulation task.
My progress might be slower than others since many of them started a few weeks ago, but I only received my fabrics from an online order last Friday. Hence, I have to complete it as soon as possible.
For my first textile manipulation, I worked on drawstrings since both of my design looks feature many drawstring details. This is my first time working with drawstrings, which feels quite new to me, so I watched several online tutorials to learn how to sew them properly. I also plan to apply this technique in my actual final looks.
For my second textile manipulation, I used lace because it is part of my design concept to express a feminine vibe. In addition, I experimented with wording effects using crayons. Since my second look includes a lot of wordings and I was concerned about how to recreate the same design as my sketch (especially since I only have 10 jerseys to deconstruct into two design looks), I decided to cut out the wordings and use crayons to create a firework-like effect. This technique was quite interesting for me since it was my first time using crayons on fabric.
Lastly, for the third textile manipulation, I explored pleated organza. This material gives off a similar feminine feel to lace, which helps balance the sporty aesthetic of the basketball jerseys.
Overall, I felt quite excited this week because I could finally imagine how my designed looks would appear in actual fabrics while working on the textile manipulations. The most exciting part was definitely the drawstring technique which it turned out visually appealing and matched surprisingly well with the basketball jersey materials, making it my favorite textile manipulation so far. Moreover, I also hope that sir will approve my second textile manipulation technique so that I can use it for my actual garment looks. I’m really interested in exploring the wording with crayons method instead of spray paint because spray paint might not capture the fine details of the wordings, especially when they are closely packed together. If I spray from a further distance to avoid overly dark tones, the paint might spread onto other nearby wordings.
Week 08:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
To start the class, Mr. Daniel briefed us as usual. All of us submitted our Assignment 2 today, which is the textile manipulation task, and sir also checked our progress for the toile making. Other than that, those who had nothing to work on were encouraged to continue with the final portfolio drawings.
When it was my turn to submit my assignment, sir gave me some recommendations. For my first textile manipulation, he suggested using a shoelace as the drawstring instead of a normal rope, as the shoelace would look nicer and fit the Converse theme better. For the third textile manipulation, he recommended using two layers of pleated organza to make it stand out more or even three layers, so it would create uneven layered effects. Besides that, we also needed to submit the digital version of Assignment 2.
Outcome of the presentation slide for Assignment 2:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Np6rbdEH6qIgstljduklVnktUODaPn5D/view?usp=drive_link
During the submission process, sir also assisted students who needed help with the final portfolio. He gathered us at the front of the class and taught us how to approach it correctly. He gave us some tips, saying that many of us were making the same mistake: trying to make the illustration too perfect and complete. He encouraged us to create a more abstract and imperfect style of colouring and drawing so that viewers would be more interested to explore our work. Furthermore, we needed to add information on the illustration board such as technical drawings, small descriptions, and titles, so the readers can understand our designs better.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week, we must complete our toile making, as sir hopes to see the final toile during next week’s class. We also need to continue improving our final portfolio illustrations. For my toile making, I’m working on Look 1, which is the most complicated one because it has many layers. Since I already completed my pattern making last week in Introduction in Pattern Technology class, so I'll start sewing this week.1st Layer: I made a long-sleeve top where the curved hem ends at the bust line. Since we’ve sewn T-shirts and long-sleeve tops before, the steps were similar and quite easy. However, I used stretchy fabric, so I had to use the 5-thread overlock machine, which is a bit risky because I had to stay fully alert to avoid accidentally cutting into the fabric.
Outcome:
2nd Layer: I made a swimsuit using stretchy fabric as well. The steps were similar to making a corset, so the progress went smoothly. But for the drawstring part, I had to do it differently from my textile manipulation sample. Since the fabric stretches while sewing, it didn’t stay in place and caused messy finishing. My pattern-making lecturer recommended overlocking it first and inserting the rope afterward. Thankfully, it turned out better than expected.
Outcome:
Progress:
3rd Layer: Firstly, I did the draping according to the drawing. However, at the waist area, I couldn’t drape it smoothly because the curve was affecting the flow. Therefore, I had to cut out the curved shape and then attach the ribbing part of the jersey onto it. As a result, the final outcome looks different from the drawing due to the curved waist section.
Progress:
Bottom: I made a combined two-layer gathered flared skirt, similar to a layered skirt I made in a previous project. However, I’m worried about the zipper for the actual fabric because the final version will be made with netting. Since netting is see-through, the zipper seam allowance might end up looking strange.
Progress:
Overall, this week was quite exciting because we are getting closer to using our actual fabrics. Seeing the results of my textile manipulation and toile making helped me visualise how the final look might turn out. However, I’m also a bit worried because next week will be rushed since we need to complete the pattern making for the other look, start sewing with the actual fabrics, and apply the textile manipulations on the real garments.
Week 09:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
Sir conducted one-to-one consultations in class to review our toile outcomes. This allowed us to discuss any areas that needed improvement so we could make the necessary changes as soon as possible.
During my turn, Sir recommended that I redo the pattern making for my jersey deconstruction layer because it looked different from my original design and the outcome wasn’t ideal. Sir and Ms. Melina discussed it together and came up with a solution: for that layer, I will cut the jersey deconstruction on bias, and any areas with poor workmanship will be hidden using patchwork and drawstrings.
Ms. Melina also checked my swimsuit layer pattern, which didn’t fit well because the hemline and the rest of the allowances were too long, and the hemline placement was too high. To simplify the process, she helped me redraft the swimsuit pattern instead of continuing with draping, as pattern drafting is more accurate.
After completing all adjustments and finishing the discussion, we had to redo the necessary pattern pieces and create a new toile using the updated master patterns.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
Since I already completed the first version of my toile, Dr. Alshaima asked me to submit that earlier version instead of the remade one. Even though I don’t need to submit the updated version, I still have to complete it this week because we will start working on the actual garment for Look 1 or begin drafting the patterns for Look 2.
For the jersey deconstruction, I followed Sir’s advice and used the bodice block to trace the shape for more accuracy. Because it is cut on bias with a large curve at the waist, I used drawstrings to hide the poor workmanship caused by the cutting method. Fortunately, it turned out well, especially since my textile manipulation also uses drawstring techniques. For the actual garment, if the center front still has issues, I will add drawstrings there too.
This is the final outcome for the jersey deconstruction:
Overall, this week felt stressful because there is only one month left to complete two looks. I might need to work on Look 1 and Look 2 at the same time, and if I don’t plan my schedule properly, I might struggle to finish everything. This is my first time creating two full looks for a final assignment, so it feels challenging. Even so, I hope I can overcome it. I believe that if I work harder and stay patient, I can complete both looks successfully and sew pieces that match my designs.
Week 10:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
This week was similar to the previous ones, as we continued working on our final assignment individually. We focused on developing the actual version of Look 1 and started pattern making for Look 2 during class. If we encountered any problems or needed feedback, we could consult our lecturer for guidance.MISSION OF THE WEEK
The main task for this week was to continue progressing with our final assignment.For Look 1, I completed cutting all the patterns using the actual fabric and began sewing following the same steps as the calico version. I started with the top, and for certain parts such as the hem and drawstring, I decided to leave them for next week so that I can consult the lecturer to ensure better workmanship.
Progress for Look 1:
For Look 2, I started with draping. Since this look includes a bra top, I did the draping on the mannequin with the help of Sir Jr and Sir Farid, as they were the only lecturers available in the studio that day. After completing the draping, I proceeded with sewing. Because I had worked on a similar process during Semester 2, the sewing process was easier for me to handle.
Progress for Look 2:
Overall, this week’s experience was productive. I worked on both looks at the same time so that if I faced difficulties with one, I could continue with the other. The progress has been good so far, as most of the steps are within my existing knowledge. I aim to complete the calico version of Look 2 as soon as possible so that I can proceed with the actual garments more confidently. Completing the calico first helps me understand the construction process better, making the final version easier to execute.
Week 11:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
This week was similar to previous weeks, where we continued working on Look 1 and Look 2 during class hours as well as throughout the week.MISSION OF THE WEEK
I consulted Mr. Daniel on Monday regarding the bra top for Look 2, and as a result, I needed to redo it and make some new adjustments.
This is the progress of my new version of the bra top:
However, after discussing with Ms. Alshaima, she recommended that I create a normal bikini top instead, as I would be using stretchy fabric. Therefore, I still need to submit my redesigned bra top, but for the actual version, it is acceptable to purchase a ready-made bikini top, as recommended by Ms. Melina, and then attach the Converse shoes on top of the bikini bra.
I started cutting the patterns using calico fabric for Look 2 in order to begin sewing the calico version, as I was still facing difficulties with the progress of Look 1.
Overall, the sewing progress for Look 2 went well, as it was easier compared to Look 1 since it is a full dress. I only needed to combine the different panels together to complete the dress. However, I personally found adjusting the zip to be the most challenging part, as this was my first time sewing a side zip. Moreover, I incorporated a lot of drawstring manipulation into the design, as my concept focuses heavily on drawstring manipulation.
Progess for Look 2:
Moreover, for look 1 progress, I did some adjustment for my tops.
1st Layer: Ms. Alshaima advised me to increase the length of the slit, as a short slit might be hidden by the hem. She also mentioned that I need to redo the slit because it was sewn incorrectly.
2nd Layer: I need to adjust the drawstring construction by combining the front and back panels first. After that, I should use only one shoelace on each side instead of two, so that the drawstring effect appears more even. Additionally, I need to adjust the length of the front hem, as it is currently too long.
Overall, my experience this week was quite stressful at first, as I was worried about falling behind in my progress due to spending three days in the hospital and being unable to work. However, after fully recovering, I was glad that I managed to sew Look 2 smoothly and was satisfied with the outcome. I am excited to see the final actual version of Look 2, as it is a long dress made from different jersey panels combined together.
Week 12:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
This week, as usual, we continued working on our final project during class. Therefore, if we had any questions or needed support, we were able to have consultation sessions with Ms. as usual.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week, we were required to continue working on our final assignment, which involved sewing Look 1 and Look 2 as usual.
For this week, I planned to fully focus on Look 2 since it was less complex than Look 1 and required less time to complete. As I had already completed the calico version, I mainly repeated the same construction process using the actual fabric.
This is the progress of Look 2:
Overall, I felt happy with my progress as I managed to complete Look 2 within a week, allowing me more time to work on the remaining looks. The final outcome turned out better and neater than I had expected. However, the lace at the slit of the dress looks slightly out of place, so I plan to consult either sir or Dr. Alshaima in the coming days. I hope I will be able to complete all the looks on time with clean workmanship, especially since working with stretchy fabric is quite challenging.
Week 13:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
This week, as usual, we continued working on our assignments individually during class hours. Therefore, if there were any questions or outcomes to show, we could have consultation sessions with Mr. Daniel in class in order to make improvements.MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week’s task was to continue completing Look 1 and Look 2.
Look 1:
Since I had completed some sewing parts last week, I consulted Dr. Alshaima to seek assistance for some problems I encountered during the sewing process. As a result, I had to redrape the hem of the swimsuit because it was too long and needed adjustment. Moreover, I was required to add padding, 8 cm for the front and 10 cm for the back, at the bottom part of the swimsuit.
For the first layer of Look 1, I asked Ms. for guidance on how to sew the slit part since I could not use the coverstitch machine for such a small slit. She advised me to fold a small portion of the face side inward and topstitch it, which worked well.
For the jersey deconstruction part, I first sewed the textile manipulation that needed to be added to this layer and tested how it looked when worn. However, it appeared slightly off, as it was not positioned at eye level, and the pleated organza did not match well with the layer. Therefore, I decided to remove it.
After that, I continued sewing the collar using yellow jersey fabric and also attached the zip. The most challenging part of this process was sewing the zip, as I had to use the overlock machine. It was quite difficult to avoid cutting the zip while sewing, so I had to stay extremely focused throughout the process.
This is the final outcome for the top in Look 1.
Look 2:
I completed the coverstitch hem using the coverstitch machine, which was quite challenging for me at first since it was my first time using this technique. I ended up unpicking and restitching several times. However, I eventually managed to complete it and gradually became more familiar with the coverstitching process. Despite this, it was still a difficult stage as it affected the overall workmanship, especially since the inner coverstitch did not look very neat.
Overall, the experience of making Look 2 took longer than I initially expected. The most challenging part was sewing the coverstitch hem, as it was my first time using a coverstitch machine. The machine was more difficult to handle than I anticipated, which resulted in multiple attempts and frequent unpicking due to uneven and untidy stitching. Additionally, since the entire dress was made using jersey fabric, topstitching the panels onto the base was also challenging due to the stretchiness of the material. Moreover, it was my first time sewing a zipper using an overlock machine. This process consumed more time than expected; however, it was easier compared to sewing a zipper using a normal sewing machine once I became familiar with the technique.
This is the final outcome of Look 2.
During the same week, I also had a consultation with Dr. Alshaima as Mr. Daniel was not on campus during class hours. She recommended removing the lace part of the dress, as it looked mismatched with the overall design. Additionally, she suggested adding a lining to half of the dress, specifically the skirt portion, because the dress still looked slightly off after ironing. The lining was suggested in a purple colour to create contrast with the face fabric.
Therefore, I purchased the lining from Shopee immediately so that I could start sewing as soon as possible.
Overall, my experience this week made me feel slightly worried about next week’s tasks, as I will need to use the coverstitch machine again for Look 1, and I have two tops that require this technique. I am concerned that I might make mistakes again. However, I am also happy because I will be going back to my hometown next week since there are no classes, which allows me to relax while continuing to work on my assignments at the same time.
Week 14:
LESSON OF THE WEEK
There were no scheduled classes this week. However, we were still required to continue completing our assignments, as there are only two weeks left to finish everything.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
This week’s task was to continue working on our final assignments, focusing on the progress of Look 1 and Look 2.Look 1
For the bottom part, which consists of a two-layered skirt, the most challenging part was sewing the zipper. Since I had to use an overlock machine and the fabric was both stretchy and see-through, it was quite difficult to achieve neat workmanship while hiding the stitching properly. I struggled a lot during this process. Next, I started sewing the waistband in order to attach it to the netting skirt panels. Unfortunately, due to the limited length of the jersey fabric, I had no choice but to cut the panel along the bias line. After that, I combined it with the skirt panels.
For the other two tops that required coverstitching at the hem, I continued sewing them using the coverstitch machine. As I am still not very familiar with this machine, I struggled quite a lot and had to unpick the stitches multiple times to ensure good workmanship. I tried my best to complete everything neatly and in good condition.
Final outcome of the two tops:
Look 2
For the bra top, since I purchased the bikini bra online, I only needed to stitch the Converse shoes onto it. I attached the shoes using a sewing machine and arranged them according to my technical drawing.
Final outcome of the bra top:
For the main dress, after consulting with Dr. Alshaima last week, she advised me to add lining. Therefore, I started by cutting the lining patterns and sewing the panels together using a machine. I then attempted to attach the lining to the dress by following the previous stitching lines on the face side, but the inner finishing did not look good. As a result, I decided to hand-stitch the lining using an invisible stitch, which gave a much cleaner and neater result.
Final outcome of Look 1:
Final outcome of Look 2:
Final Pattern for Look 1:
Final Pattern for Look 2:
Since this is a presentation, I also prepared accessories that match my theme for the models to wear.
For Look 1, I prepared a hat inspired by the reference image that sir found for me on Pinterest. I added number stitching on the hat to symbolise a basketball player’s jersey number. Since Look 1 already has many details around the upper body, I decided to keep the accessories minimal by only using a headpiece.
Final outcome:
For Look 2, I added a headband with the number “24” stitched on it to avoid the look appearing too plain. I also prepared a basketball bag for the model to hold in order to enhance the overall styling. Additionally, I plan to bring a Lakers basketball to the studio on presentation day, in case it looks better for the model to hold the basketball instead of the bag.
Final outcome:
Presentation Slides:
I also created a new set of presentation slides that are shorter but more detailed compared to my proposal slides, as the lecturer requested a new set for the final presentation. I included parts of my research, design progress, drawings, and final outcomes so that I can clearly explain my work during the presentation.
Final outcome:
Illustration:
Overall, I felt very happy this week because I finally completed two full looks. This is my first time completing two looks in one semester, so I feel very proud of myself. I would also like to thank my mom, as she is good at sewing and helped guide me on how to fix certain parts to make them look better. I’m glad that I managed to finish everything one week earlier, which allows me to prepare properly for my presentation on 5/1/2026. I’m really looking forward to that day and hope everything goes smoothly.
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