DIPLOMA IN SELF EMPLOYED TAILOR (2 YEAR)
📘 1st Year Subjects
- Introduction to Tailoring and Its History
- Evolution of tailoring globally and in India
- Role of tailors in society and fashion
- Tools and machines used in tailoring
- Textile and Fabric Knowledge
- Types of fabrics: cotton, silk, polyester, wool, blends
- Fabric behavior and suitability
- Fabric identification, grain lines, and shrinkage
- Basic Stitching Techniques
- Hand stitches: hemming, tacking, buttonhole
- Machine stitches: plain seam, overlock, topstitch
- Care and maintenance of sewing machine
- Drafting and Pattern Making (Women’s & Men’s Wear)
- Body measurements and size charts
- Paper drafting of basic blocks
- Layout planning and fabric cutting
- Construction of Basic Garments
- Kurti, blouse, salwar, pajama, basic shirt
- Sleeves, collars, pockets, and plackets
- Stitching with finishing and ironing
- Practical Workshop – Garment Making
- Daily practicals with real measurements
- Use of templates, interlining, and trial fittings
📘 2nd Year Subjects
- Advanced Tailoring Techniques
- Dart manipulation, pleating, gathers, zippers
- Lining and interlining
- Finishing for boutique-level garments
- Tailoring for Specialized Garments
- Designer blouses, gents’ trousers, coats, kidswear
- Ethnic and bridal wear basics
- Uniform stitching
- Entrepreneurship and Business Skills
- Basics of self-employment
- Pricing, sourcing, record-keeping
- Branding, marketing, and dealing with customers
- Quality Control and Alteration Skills
- Stitching errors and correction
- Size adjustments and fit perfection
- Customer service
- Maintenance of Tailoring Tools and Machines
- Repair and servicing of sewing machines
- Safety and efficiency in workshop setup
- Project Work / Portfolio Development
- Creation of 3–5 complete garments
- Submission of a tailoring project (e.g., bridal set, school uniforms)
- Presentation of work and viva
