Title: Demonstrate skills for alteration and repair of garments.
Course: Fashion Careers I (19201-I) > Section: Using Apparel Production Techniques

Demonstration of skills may include

- fitting techniques
- cutting
- hand and machine sewing
- computerized operations
- recycle, redesign, or upcycling.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why might a garment need alteration?
- What is the role of creativity in garment alteration?
- What are the environmental benefits of recycling/redesign and upcycling?

Communication

- What communication skills are essential when altering apparel?
- Why is it important to listen carefully to the customer before undertaking an alteration job?

Leadership

- What criteria should be established for altering apparel?
- When should the alteration professional offer suggestions to the customer?

Management

- What steps are being taken to establish skills standards for altering apparel?
- What are the desired outcomes in altering apparel? What is the role of management in ensuring these outcomes?