Fashion Design Full Course: 5 Weeks of Education, Design & Sketching is a self-paced visual arts course led by a Fashion Institute of Technology alum. 

This course teaches core fashion design skills, combining sketching, concept development, and creative design in a structured format aligned with the National Core Arts Standards (NCAS).

Students explore industry-standard fashion sketching techniques, design garments and accessories, and create cohesive fashion illustrations and mini-collections. Lessons integrate visual arts skills, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking, supporting homeschool portfolios and NCAS-aligned learning objectives.

The self-paced format allows learners to complete lessons independently at their own pace. Students may use traditional sketching materials or digital tools to produce artwork, while optional sharing encourages reflection and peer interaction.
This course is ideal for homeschool students and independent learners seeking to build foundational fashion design skills, creative confidence, and portfolio-ready work.

Who This Course Is For:
Beginners or aspiring designers interested in fashion and illustration
Homeschool learners seeking NCAS-aligned visual arts enrichment
Students who enjoy independent, creative projects
Learners looking to build portfolio-ready fashion designs

Course Overview:

Duration: 5 weeks, 5 comprehensive lessons
Format: Self-paced via Nearpod Classroom (access lessons anytime, anywhere)
Instructor: Expert Fashion Designer with real-world industry experience
Teaching Method: Step-by-step video lessons, recorded presentations

In this course, you’ll gain the essential skills needed to bring your fashion ideas to life. Through guided lessons and professional techniques, you’ll learn how to translate inspiration into finished designs while building a strong creative foundation.

What You’ll Learn
* Introduction to Fashion Design – Build a solid creative and technical foundation
* The Croquis – Master the “9 Head” fashion figure for accurate sketching
* Catwalk Poses – Create dynamic fashion poses to showcase designs
* Sketch Types – Understand the difference between sketches, flats, and illustrations
* Fashion Flats – Create detailed, technical sketches for design production
* Custom Designs – Illustrate your own creations on the croquis
* Colorizing Techniques – Add skin tones, hair color, and fabric shading
* Fabric Textures & Details – Represent different fabric weights and textures
* Industry Terminology – Learn to speak the language of fashion
* Fabric Behavior – How fabrics flow, fold, and drape on the body
* Drawing the Female Face – Placement and Proportions for realistic features
* Mood Boards & Inspiration – Curate boards for concept development
By the end of the course, you’ll have a portfolio of fashion sketches, technical flats, and mood boards that reflect your personal style and industry-level skills.

Course Format:
Self-paced lessons with pre-recorded instruction
Independent project-based work
Flexible schedule

Why This Course Works
Taught by an FIT alum with industry experience
Aligns with NCAS visual arts standards
Flexible, self-paced learning suitable for homeschool portfolios
Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and design skills
Can be paired with the Fashion Accessories course for a complete design pathway

Join today and start designing your future in fashion with hands-on knowledge from a fashion industry expert.

*Pathway Note: Students can combine this course with the Fashion Accessories course to create a full fashion design pathway, developing skills from sketching garments to designing coordinated accessories.