Introduction to clothes making

Course

In London

£ 229 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

You will learn how to achieve a professional finish through making fabric samples of various methods for seams, pockets, facings and hems. You will learn how to read basic patterns so you can cut out basic samples. Skills can also be developed through practising on a basic top sample for which the tutor will supply the pattern.

Facilities

Location

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Demonstrate basic machine sewing techniques
- Use the sewing machine with increased confidence
- Produce a range of sewing samples for future reference
- Produce a basic top

Fast learners will:
- Produce extra samples techniques on a challenging fabric.

Bring a notebook and pen or pencil and a bag for your work. Basic materials are provided and you will be advised on what other items you need to purchase between sessions or brought in. In order to complete some of the cutting out tasks at home you may need to purchase fabric scissors, pins and a tape measure.. If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy . You will need to show your enrolment...

Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice, one to one instruction and guidance. Some tasks may need to be undertaken at home in order to be completed, for example cutting out samples.

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Subjects

  • Sewing
  • Computing

Course programme

With individual use of a Bernina sewing machine, the tutor will guide you through how to use the sewing machine and the basic sewing techniques used in making up tops. Seams will include plain, zigzag and French. You will also produce samples of darts, pockets and hems. Pressing and finishing will also be covered. You will have the opportunity to practise on samples and make up a top sample within the class, using techniques learnt.

Additional information

'Clothes making 2', 'Introduction to using commercial sewing pattern', 'Pattern Cutting for Beginners (Skirts)' and 'Soft furnishings: curtain making'. There are courses in textiles in which you could learn how to embroider, knit, or print as techniques which could be used to embellish garments. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Introduction to clothes making

£ 229 VAT inc.