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Sewing - Dressmaking - Beginners

Course code: IPKV311P

Subject area: Homecrafts

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:30 - 20:45

Days of week:

Thursday

Course date:

26th Sept 2024 - 12th Dec 2024

Course location:

Gosford Hill School

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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This course is part one of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at complete beginners or those who have very little sewing experience. You will gain confidence in the use of a sewing machine, learn basic sewing techniques, and follow instructions to produce a Tote bag.
College sewing machines are available, but you may bring your own machine.

During the course you will: • Learn how to thread your sewing machine. • How to alter the tensions/change the needle/basic maintenance. • How to use the different attachments for different stitches, effects, and finishes. • Produce a range of samples and samplers to illustrate the above • Cover basic sewing techniques to produce a Tote bag.

You will need a basic sewing kit: Fabric scissors, paper scissor, colour headed dressmaking pins, sewing needles, tape measure, tailors chalk or fabric marking pens, tacking thread. Folder with 10 plastic sleeves Plus:Plain cotton fabric or calico with contrast sewing thread for the samples/sampler (1 metre of fabric) Fabric and thread for your Tote bag (to be discussed during the course) Pens/pencils/writing paper

NB. If you are bringing your sewing machine, please ensure it is in full working order and you have the manual and attachments with you.

In order to avoid disappointment, it is advisable to enrol at least 2½ weeks prior to the course starting. We will confirm course information two weeks prior to the start date.

Please note there will be no class on 31/10/2024.

Please bring own refreshments, if requiredFree parking.

What next?
Oxfordshire Adult Learning offer a wide-range of sewing courses including: Dressmaking for Improvers, Quilting and Patchwork for Beginners, Roman Blind or Creative Cushions and Bags workshops.
Entry criteria
All welcome.
Fee information
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 555 585 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.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £90.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £90.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Learning & method assessment
Demonstration/Observation
Practical – samples, sampler, and Tote bag. Self and peer assessment.
Q&A, Discussion, 1:1’s
To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.

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