Sewing - Block Pattern Making - Bodice - 2 Day Workshop

Sewing machines are available but you may wish to bring your own (please ensure they are in good working order)

A4 Ring binder & 12 plastic sleeves A4 lined and plain paper Paper glue Pen and HB pencil/rubber/sharpener and coloured pencils Calculator Set square/metre rule (if you have one) Sellotape/stapler/stapler remover (tutor can provide) 3 metres of medium weight calico Plain pattern paper Pre-prepared paper for the draft

The tutor will send you any additional guidance on the materials before the workshop. Fashion curves (if you have them) Please collect ideas/suggestions for blouses and tops cut out from magazines

Basic sewing equipment: Calico, paper and embroidery scissors, colour-headed pins, hand sewing needles, tape measure, tailors chalk, marking pen

The tutor will send you any additional guidance on the materials before the workshop. NB: Specialist pattern cutting equipment and books will be made available by the tutor for use during the course.

Progression routes.

Other block courses: Skirt, Trouser and Dress

Sewing courses - Improvers and Advanced dressmaking

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2026 prior to starting the course.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.