Part Time Needlecraft All Levels - Sutton Hall, Stockcross

Needlecraft All Levels - Sutton Hall, Stockcross

Full Time courses for under 19's are free of chargeCode : Start : End : Times : Day : Duration : Cost (Year 1)*

87084A 090901 : 23/09/2009 : 02/12/2009 : 14:00 to 16:00 : Wednesday : 10 Weeks : 124.00

87083B 101001 : 13/01/2010 : 24/03/2010 : 10:00 to 12:00 : Wednesday : 10 Weeks : 124.00

87084B 101001 : 13/01/2010 : 24/03/2010 : 14:00 to 16:00 : Wednesday : 10 Weeks : 124.00

87083C 101001 : 21/04/2010 : 19/05/2010 : 10:00 to 12:00 : Wednesday : 5 Weeks : 62.00

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87084C 101001 : 21/04/2010 : 19/05/2010 : 14:00 to 16:00 : Wednesday : 5 Weeks : 62.00

You can now purchase this course online. Add course 87084C 101001 to your basket

Course Overview A range of crafts are offered on this course, including dressmaking, patchwork and quilting, crochet, tapestry, cross stitch, cushion covers and curtain making. Beginners and learners with some prior knowledge are welcome each term. Learners need to bring the following to the first class: basic sewing kit: pins, needles, tape measure, dressmakers shears, notebook and pen. Suitable pattern and materials for chosen project.

Qualification gained: This course does not lead to a formal qualification.

Course Content: The aim of this course is that by the end of each chosen project the learners will have acquired the relevant needlecraft techniques and processes to complete a well finished garment or fabric article which is fit for purpose. The course will offer the following crafts to learners: - Dressmaking- fabric construction, suitability of fabric for garment, using a commercial pattern, pattern lays, matching checks, cutting, transferring pattern markings to fabric, assembling garment for fitting, fitting, finishing seams, darts, tucks and pleats, zip insertion, pockets, waistband/facing, setting in sleeves, interfacing, attaching collars and cuffs, facings, buttonholes, using a sewing machine and pressing.The relevant skills and techniques will be taught if the learner chooses one of the following craft subjects: - Patchwork and quilting - Crochet - Canvas work (Tapestry) - Bag making - Cross stitch - Cushion covers - Curtain making - Roman blind making

Work Experience: Learners do not need to be in relevant work to undertake this course.

Course Assessment: Progress on this course will be assessed through peer feedback, lecturer feedback, photographs and observation.

Progression: Learners will progress from simple garments to more advanced projects or they can go on to learn any of the crafts offered. Examination courses will be suggested as a progression route with a view to employment.

Homework: Homework is not essential but learners will benefit from continuing work on their project at home.

Additional Costs: There are no additional costs on this course.

Course Fees

• Fees quoted with the course information are for the current academic year. Fees for the next academic year starting in September are subject to change and will be confirmed annually.
• Part Time Course Fee Relate to Year 1 course fees only. Two year course fees will have an additional course fee for the second year; these fees are subject to confirmation annually.

Popular courses fill quickly and early enrolment is recommended.

Please note that course information may be subject to change and you are advised to check the current details with Newbury College before you enrol.