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Fashion Design
Intensive Introductory Workshop
Taught by: Liu ZhiZhou

This course focuses on the skills and talents required to achieve creative fashion from concept to production. We will cover every facet of fashion design for people interested in working in the industry or starting their own design company. You will become thoroughly versed in the four seasons of fashion, collaborating with buyers, forecasters, etc., and the complete design process from sketching ideas by hand , to developing a pattern, cutting and sewing a sample garment, and coordinating and overseeing the production process. At the end of the 10 weeks, you will possess

  • an eye for color, texture, and pattern


  • an understanding of the properties of different fabrics


  • the practical skills for producing clothes, creating designs, and making up sample garments


  • pattern-cutting and sewing skills


  • an understanding of budgeting and costing out work


  • a complete understanding of garment production from conception to a completed product


Each student will work through the process of sketching, selecting fabrics, draping design concepts, and fitting models in both muslin and fabric. Come and be a part of the fabulous world of fashion first hand.



Course Title: Fashion Design
Tuition fee: RMB 3200
Material fee: RMB 600

Classes Available:
Saturday Afternoons
1:30pm to 4:00pm
Dates: October 9, 2010 to December 11, 2010
Location: SOHO - XianDaiCheng
*Note* - Classes regularly run until 5pm
Course Code: FSH901
Click here to register for this course

Registration Procedure:
Please register online first to reserve your place. You will then receive a confirmation email. Next, payment must be made on site at the ELC Learning Annex during the payment dates (you can come in person or send someone).

Please note:
Our classes are kept small for the students' benefit (generally between 5 and 10 people), so please register early to reserve your place. Your place in the class cannot be guaranteed until payment has been received. Any course that does not meet sufficient enrollment may be cancelled and a full refund provided upon presentation of your original receipt.