Sewing Courses

...other textile items to give them a second life. Repairing zips, taking up hemlines on trousers or skirts, taking a pattern from a much loved garment...

...Below is only a suggestion of techniques and will be adapted to suit individual abilities/needs. Students wishing to join this course should be confident using a sewing machine and have done some previous sewing, even if it was a while ago. The nature of this course will offer guidance at various... Learn about: Part Time...

...2. Course description Practical bite size courses in sewing skills with a particular focus. Develop your skills in using a sewing machine, hand sewing skills and putting finishing touches to items that you create or recreate during the course. Pick and mix from a range of these short...

...A 5-week after School Sewing Club for kids Age: 7 years + We will meet once a week on a Wednesday at Mycenae House (Room 1) from 4 – 5pm starting Wednesday 13th April. This Sewing Course is open to all abilities from beginners to the more distinguished sewer. We will be using the sewing machine... Learn about: Fashion Textile...

...2. Course description This course will help you familiarise yourself and make you more comfortable with your sewing machine - Find out its potential and what it can enable you to do. We will be covering threading, winding the bobbin, the many accessories and needles, problem solving, cleaning...

...Below is only a suggestion of techniques and will be adapted to suit individual abilities/needs. This course aims to equip each student with the skills needed to operate a sewing machine confidently and the basic principles of garment construction/soft furnishing. It is intended as a stepping stone... Learn about: Construction Training, Part Time...

...This course is aimed at anyone who has basic sewing machine skills but wants to learn more advanced techniques such as inserting zips and blind hemming. An ideal change to use all the feet and settings that you are not familiar with. You can bring your own machine or use one of the college's...

... and decorate more tops. If you can use a sewing machine you are ready to join us on this course! When you have booked, please email sheilamay@birminghamschoolofsewing.co.uk stating the size of the pattern you require: sizes, age 3 to 7 available. All equipment and materials including pattern and top 4 places... Learn about: Sewing an a line skirt for a child, Easy sewing for beginners, Sewing elastic...

... cutting. Tacking the garment together and adjusting the fit, inserting zips, sewing button holes, making jackets (speed tailoring), inserting sleeves, making collars, cutting checks and one way prints...

...Making garments. Styling features. Design fabric selection. Using sewing and over locking machines...

...; through the process of laying out the fabric and pattern pieces; cutting out and preparation; getting to know the sewing machine; mastering the sewing techniques needed to complete the finished article...

..., needles, threads and a tape measure, plus fabric to make your chosen item(s). Sewing machines and irons are provided. Costs will vary according...

...This sewing course will unleash your creativity making accessories for yourself and others! We offer a range of study opportunities at all levels in a diversity of subject areas. Recent changes in education have brought a wealth of additional opportunities which have helped us to further develop... Learn about: Skills and Training...

...leads to the level 2 and 3 Fashion & Textiles ABC Diploma. Course Code : EXD1-ABCPPC Start Date : 06/09/2010 Day/ Time : Monday 0930 - 1700 Tuesday...

...Below is only a suggestion of techniques and will be adapted to suit individual abilities/needs. Students wishing to join this course should be confident using a sewing machine and have done some previous sewing, even if it was a while ago. The nature of this course will offer guidance at various... Learn about: Part Time...

... cutting. Tacking the garment together and adjusting the fit, inserting zips, sewing button holes, making jackets (speed tailoring), inserting sleeves, making collars, cutting checks and one way prints...

...to enable you to progress into employment, onto Higher Education or develop your existing skills. Whatever your needs, whatever your abilities... Learn about: Skills and Training...

... one of our Campus 4. Equipment required You will need to bring small samples of fabric. A sewing pattern if you have one in mind, advice will be given...

...This course will help to improve and develop your sewing skills whether you are a beginner or improver... Learn about: Skills and Training...

...For the Extended Skills course, pattern cutting and sewing skills will be explored at an extended level to challenge your knowledge and creativity. Overall, the course is about creating something new in a fun and creative environment. You will learn advanced level skills, gain experience in sewing... Learn about: Skills and Training...