Year 8 students have been diving into the world of fashion and textiles by experimenting with a variety of innovative design methods. This hands-on exploration allowed students to express their creativity while learning key skills in garment design and construction.​

As part of their project, students used mannequins to create life-sized designs, experimenting with shape and form. They also explored the use of unconventional materials, such as newspaper, to develop their understanding of structure and sustainability in design. ​

In addition, students used Harumika dolls — miniature dress forms designed for fast fashion prototyping — to test out their ideas on a smaller scale. This gave them the opportunity to refine their ideas before translating them into larger designs.​

The unit has been a great opportunity for students to gain confidence in their creative thinking and problem-solving, while also getting a taste of the fashion design process. ​

We are really impressed by the level of innovation and imagination shown throughout the project. Well done year 8!​