Fabrics Courses

...You will learn to adapting shop bought clothes and commercial patterns to fit your own body shape. You will also work with more difficult fabrics. The aim of the course is to build confidence in your own ability so that by the end of the course, you will be able to make a selection of items...

...how to use your machine and have some experience of cutting out, sewing seams, zips etc and basic garment making Please note all our classes need to... Learn about: Hands on, Fabric selection, Sewing skills...

...This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who are looking to get back into sewing after a long break and is held in Sew Confident Studio... Learn about: Fashion Textile, Reading instructions, Using sewing machine...

... and photographs, printing off interesting elements and drawing from the photographs. You will learn how to use the sewing machine to draw with and how to transfer your images onto cloth. Appliqued fabrics and paper will be added using bondaweb and a series of samples will be made exploring different fabrics...

...An exciting opportunity to be introduced to the art of flower making, using tricks of the millinery trade. You will learn about the basics of making beautiful handmade fabric flowers in this practical workshop. Your experienced tutor will guide you through every step of the process with the...

...Develop skills in pattern cutting and pattern manipulation. Learn about shrinkage of woven fabrics and how to apply shrinkage allowances to patterns. Use stretch and woven fabrics. Learn about checks and pile fabrics...

... the process of generating ideas and strong concept treatments, primary and secondary research, draping and experimenting with fabrics and trims as you construct... Learn about: Confidence Training...

...This module introduces students to the materials, techniques and terminology related to creative and technical textile processes. It introduces methods and applications of natural and synthetic fabrics and fibres. Exploring through samples and experiments the creative application of colour/resist... Learn about: Part Time, Full Time, Construction Training...

... to increase or develop new skills for a higher level of study, this course is ideal for anyone with an interest in fabrics, design and the textile production process...

... will also learn about material selection and uses and applications of certain upholstery fabrics. By the end of the day, you will have learnt some useful... Learn about: Furniture making, Chair cushion, Soft pad...

... backing and fabric. By end of the workshop you will take your creation home to add the perfect touch to your interiors. The idea of turning your skills, talents or passion to a craft business is very alluring. It's rewarding and possible, but the reality is that you need to be equipped with huge amount... Learn about: Emplate measurement and cutting, Lampshade styles and lamp bases, All the tips and tricks of the trade...

... papers, fabrics, collage techniques. Experimenting with colours. Students can aim to create 2 a5 lino blocks in this section of the course. Week 8... Learn about: Collage techniques, Finalising sketches, Printing Press...

... for your hat and fascinator creations. Using your individual flair and imagination and a range of fabric and trimmings you will be shown the various techniques necessary to create stunning headpieces... Learn about: Construction Methods, Hat Making, Stunning headpieces...

... such as felts, straws, fabrics, veils. You will experiment with numerous techniques such as foil pattern making, creating artistic "drawing effect", foil covered... Learn about: Hat bands, Drawing effect, Millinery workshops...

... into the commitment needed and what the industry is like. Building a team and where to find help and support. Sourcing fabrics and finding quality materials. Telling... Learn about: Fashion Draping, Fashion Coordinator, Brand Management...

... cutting, small-scale cutting, tailoring and outerwear - and encouraged to develop innovations in fabrics, garment manufacture and finishings. Ultimately... Learn about: Presentation Skills, Fashion Drawing, Fashion Styling...

...Textiles and surface design is a fast-moving global industry encompassing a wide range of commercial contexts – from fashion fabrics and accessories, through stationery products and packaging, to interior fabrics and wall coverings, as well as contemporary gallery/design led pieces. Our creative... Learn about: Full Time, Skills and Training...

... has elected pathways in printed and constructed textiles (woven and knitted textiles, with an option in Level 3 for fashion knit). The emphasis is fabric making with a personal handwriting geared towards different practical outcomes, many with the involvement of recognised design studios and companies... Learn about: Market Research, Learning Teaching, IT Development...

... to identify various weaves and knit fabrics, etc...

...The spreader is the one who carries out the operation of spreading the hulls with rubbish or spread and is a worker assigned to the spreader machine, an industrial tool suitable for treating fabrics, paper and other materials with adhesives...