Sewing: Level 2 Certificate in Creative Craft

Course

In Newcastle upon Tyne

£ 147 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Newcastle upon tyne

  • Duration

    23 Weeks

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 unsupported and develop your own personal style.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Newcastle upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear)
See map
Regent Farm Road, NE3 3HD

Start date

On request

About this course

This course is suitable for those with previous sewing experience who wish to develop their skills to a very high standard.

You will need to have sewing experience and be able to use a sewing machine, achieving a high standard of sewing. See the Intermediate Sewing course information sheet to check your level of knowledge

Questions & Answers

Add your question

Our advisors and other users will be able to reply to you

Who would you like to address this question to?

Fill in your details to get a reply

We will only publish your name and question

Reviews

Subjects

  • Sewing
  • Fabrics

Course programme

How will I learn?

Practical lessons, demonstrations and one-to-one support from the tutor.

How will my progress be monitored and assessed?

Progress will be monitored on a weekly basis with one-to-one discussion between you and the tutor.

Progression opportunities

Your tutor will be able to advise further.

What equipment or materials will I need to provide?

Some equipment and materials will need to be provided by you. You should be prepared to bring scissors, pins, needles, threads and a tape measure, plus fabric to make your chosen item(s). Sewing machines and irons are provided. Costs will vary according to the material chosen, so for further guidance on cost please contact the centre.

What other support is available?

Help with numeracy or literacy is available. ICT drop-in sessions are available during term time and are open to all learners. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Learner Support Funding is available for equipment, childcare and travel to learners who qualify. For further details please ask when enrolling.

The topics covered include:

Adapting shop bought clothes to fit your own body shape
Adapting commercial patterns to gain a perfect fit
Working with more difficult fabrics eg. voiles and loose woven fabrics
Personalising your own garments
Upcycling and remodelling clothes to suit your needs
Making more complex garments as you further develop your skills.
You will build a portfolio which will then become a reference book for future use.

Sewing: Level 2 Certificate in Creative Craft

£ 147 VAT inc.