Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for Beginners
Course details
Course code
Q00010947Course date
Number of classes
14 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Mona NashedFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Gayton House (London)Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
Start your journey to being your own dressmaker. If you are someone who loves fashion or like the idea of making your own clothes, this course is the perfect place to start.
Throughout the course, you'll gain the skills needed to make a simple piece of clothing on a sewing machine.
You will gain the following sewing skills:
learn how to read and use a commercial pattern
take measurements
choose pattern sizes
make adjustments.
On this course you will explore the qualities of different fabrics and understand more about how to work with them. Start to learn to use a sewing machine to create seams, darts, facing and neck lines.
Learn to a make a simple garment and produce some samples, recordings and photos for your folder (online and on paper) every week.
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What financial support is available?
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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What other support is available?
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
