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Course code: P02541
Subject area: Homecrafts
Study level: Part Time
Course level: U
Course time:
10:00 - 16:00
Days of week:
Saturday
Course date:
8th Nov 2025 - 8th Nov 2025
Course location:
Gosford Hill School• How to measure and cut out accurately.• Basic sewing techniques by hand and machine.• How to follow instructions to produce your bag or cushion.• How to experiment, produce and apply various techniques
Sewing machines are provided but you may bring your sewing machine, plus the attachments and manual.
Materials required for 2 projects): (Do not buy any materials until your course is confirmed as running)1 metre of plain coloured medium weight cotton that co-ordinates with the prints 0.5 metres of a different coloured patterned medium weight cotton that co-ordinates with both fabrics 1.30 metres of patterned medium weight cotton that also co-ordinates with the above NB: you can also use Fat Quarters that co-ordinate. Matching sewing thread.
Plus:For a quilted front on your cushion you will need a 50cm square of wadding plus a backing fabric.For applique you will need fusible Bonda web to fix your applique around 20cms (glue on both sides).If you want to use any other decorative trimming including piping, buttons, or zips, please bring them with you. Off cuts of fabrics for experimenting with.
Basic sewing equipment: Fabric scissors, paper scissors’, embroidery scissors, NB If you use a rotary cutter you will need to bring a cutting board. Colour-headed pins, hand sewing needles, tape measure, tailors chalk, marking pen and tacking thread. 30cm/12” ruler
Please also bring a folder for the handouts you'll be provided with.
"Free parking. No refreshments available at venue, please bring with you. The school have a Nut-Free Policy - no foods containting nuts."
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.
£57.60
£28.80
