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Did you know that Georgian's European Style Pattern and Garment Making program is the only fl at pattern drafting program of its kind in Canada? In this unique program, students learn an Italian method to create custom-fi t patterns for personal or professional use. Each fall, the students participate in The Creativ Festival – the largest needlework tradeshow in North America. One week prior to the festival opening, students are issued a design challenge for Project Catwalk. They are allowed to meet in advance of the competition to discuss concepts, sketches and to make preliminary plans for how they will create a winning garment in just three days. Machines are provided by manufacturers, as well as irons, ironing boards and cutting boards. Students are allowed to bring in only a basic sewing kit and whatever tools they require to make the patterns, cut the fabric and more. Garments that were created between 2010 and 2012 were recently on display at the Simcoe County Museum. Once Georgian students successfully complete the drafting and sewing aspects of the program, they may write their Italian fashion arts exam and earn their tailoring credential from Le Grand Chic Italia School of Fashion. European Style pattern and Garment Making learn more about Continuing education opportunities at Georgian College at georgiancollege.ca/ coned09. Course guides can also be picked up at each campus and employment centre. GeorgianView 2012/13 | 29

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