A variety of textiles and sewing workshops

In fact, you might say we've got sew many! Ranging from sewing techniques, bag making and crochet, to knitting and dress making. 

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Whatever your craft, we’re almost certain to have a course or class for you. With a wide range of options to select from, you'll have the opportunity to progress from beginner level right through to intermediate and advanced. This gives you the flexibility to get started on your own journey, progress at your own pace and take your textile projects to the next level. 

What type of textiles and sewing courses are available?

Our entry level courses guide you through the basics of how to use a sewing machine, covering different sewing skills and techniques as well as sewing patterns. The same can be said for our knitting courses too, with different levels to suit beginners and improvers alike! You can join classes that match your experience level, ensuring that no time is wasted when it comes to deepening your knowledge and honing your skills. 

You'll meet fellow individuals who have the same interests and passions as you too, building a network and new friendships. Learning with us helps develop your skills and your social network at the same time, giving you access to a community that in many cases stays with our learners for life. 

What support is available throughout the course?

As always, your learning will be guided by our expert tutors, many of whom have years of experience. Whether you choose to learn online or face to face, they will help you develop your skills and guide you on how to make a business out of your passion, highlighting the next steps that you need to take. They’ll be on-hands throughout the course and support you every step of the way.  

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Sewing for Business

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 30/04/2024 -
Tue 23/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Abakhan (Liverpool)
44 Stafford Street
Liverpool
L3 8LX
Tutor:
Amanda Meaghan
Course code:
Q00013441
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Professional Development: Crochet for Enterprise

Would you like to turn your crochet skills into a small business or fund-raising enterprise? What would you need to know? How could you market your work and sell it? How will you cost your time and materials? How would you advertise? Who will you sell to? This course is also very practical, and you will create wonderful pieces using budget-friendly materials as well as improving your understanding of the techniques, methods and processes of producing crocheted items. To make the most of this course it is useful if you have some experience of crochet but beginners are also welcome as you will be guided step by step through each project.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 30/04/2024 -
Tue 23/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00015350
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Sewing for Business

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 02/05/2024 -
Thu 25/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
School of Create (Vauxhall)
MACTAC Building
Vauxhall Millennium Centre
Blenheim Street
Liverpool
North West
L5 8UX
Tutor:
Amanda Meaghan
Course code:
Q00013442
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Textiles and Fashion: Garment Crafting from Concept to Creation

Interested in creating a garment for yourself or as a present? Come and join us on this 10-week course! This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the process involved in crafting garments from the initial concept stage to the final creation. Students will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of garment crafting, including textile selection, design development, pattern making, and construction techniques. Through practical assignments, workshops, and critiques, students will learn how to translate their creative ideas into well-executed garments that meet industry standards of quality and craftsmanship. Emphasis will be placed on developing technical skills, honing design aesthetics, and fostering a critical understanding of the fashion design process.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 03/05/2024 -
Fri 12/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Ocean Road Community Association (South
Ocean Road
South Shields
NE33 2DW
Tutor:
Anila Maqbool
Course code:
Q00014405
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

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Art Practical: Exploring Textile Design and Construction

"Exploring Textile Design and Construction" is a comprehensive course that immerses participants in the multifaceted realm of textile creation. Through a dynamic blend of theory and hands-on practice, this workshop delves into the intricacies of textile materials, patterns, and construction techniques. Participants will develop a deep understanding of various fibres, fabrics, and surface design methods, allowing them to unleash their creativity and experiment with innovative approaches to textile creation. They will explore pattern layout, cutting techniques, and garment assembly, gaining hands-on experience with sewing machines, sergers, and other essential tools of the trade.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 03/05/2024 -
Fri 12/07/2024
Times:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Ocean Road Community Association (South
Ocean Road
South Shields
NE33 2DW
Tutor:
Anila Maqbool
Course code:
Q00014552
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
3 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Furniture Upcycling And Recycling For Beginners

In this face-to-face course, held over 10 weeks and with sessions of 4 hours, you will learn about furniture types, basic repairs, filling and patching, sanding and furniture designs, including creating designs from your own ideas, there will be practical demonstrations and you will be able to have a go yourself and gain the knowledge, tips and skills to help you to take your learning to the next level or achieve the level that you really feel you need. You will then be able to start your own project, or continue one you have started, in a supportive atmosphere with likeminded learners and with a knowledgeable tutor and it is hoped that you will take your new-found learning and skills into your community and may help others with their own project.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 16/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Tutor:
Simon Gill
Course code:
Q00013430
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Personal Development: Money Saving Stitchery

Discover the art of sustainable sewing in our Money-Saving Stitchery Course. Unleash your creativity while mastering essential sewing techniques that not only save you money but also contribute to a sustainable lifestyle. From basic stitches to upcycling old garments, this course empowers you to create stylish, eco-friendly fashion on a budget; the focus is on Asian inspired costume and fashions. The course is delivered in a Women’s only Centre in Bradford.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 23/07/2024
Times:
9:15am - 11:30am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Lilycroft Primary School (BRADFORD)
Lilycroft Road
Manningham
BRADFORD
BD9 5AD
Tutor:
Nazmeen Sadiq
Course code:
Q00014861
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Textiles and Fashion: Textiles with self employment

Do you want to learn how to make your own clothes or take the first step into a new career in the fashion industry? Are you a beginner looking to learn new skills or looking to refresh your sewing skills and take it to the next level? On this course, whether you are a beginner or an improver we will teach you how to make a simple garment alongside a series of sewing techniques that can be applied to any garment type as well as learning how to follow and understand a commercial pattern. If fabrics, sewing machines and the passion to make beautiful clothes that fit is your thing, then come and join us and explore the world of sewing.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 08/05/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024
Times:
12:15pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HB
Tutor:
Paula Ingram
Course code:
Q00015284
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £132.30

Personal Development: Money Saving Stitchery

Discover the art of sustainable sewing in our Money-Saving Stitchery Course. Unleash your creativity while mastering essential sewing techniques that not only save you money but also contribute to a sustainable lifestyle. From basic stitches to upcycling old garments, this course empowers you to create stylish, eco-friendly fashion on a budget; the focus is on Asian inspired costume and fashions. The course is delivered in a Women’s only Centre in Bradford.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 09/05/2024 -
Thu 18/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
West Bowling Advice and Training Centre
Clipstone Street
BRADFORD
BD5 8EA
Tutor:
Safina Khan
Course code:
Q00013893
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £94.50

Craft: Intermediate Sustainable Sewing - Sashiko and Boro Mending

The environmental impact of textiles production is becoming more and more important. Why buy new when you can create your own unique designs using what you already have? This course will teach you plenty of skills on how to mend your clothes beautifully and originally. We will look at the historical art of Sashiko patterns and the Boro mending technique that was used in Japan in the Edo period. There will be plenty of beautiful patterns to choose from and to learn about and to sew yourselves. As this course is intermediate, a grasp of basic hand sewing is needed.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/05/2024 -
Mon 29/07/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00014433
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40