Course code: IPXV305P
Subject area: Homecrafts
Study level: Part Time
Course level: U
Course time:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Days of week:
Saturday
Course date:
2nd Mar 2024 - 2nd Mar 2024
Course location:
Cheney SchoolThe finished size of the sample is approximately 76cms by 55cms.
Instructions will be given on how to calculate for a made to measure Roman blind.
Sewing machines are provided but you may wish to bring your own including the manual.
Materials required for the Roman blind:
1 metre of 130cms-150cms wide fabric
4 x 6mm wooden dowels 54cms in length
1 x 25mm x 5mm x 53.5cms wooden lath (to weight the hem down)
1 x 35mm x 15mm x 55cms wooden batten (which will be attached to the window)
2.50 metres of roman blind tape (enough for 4 folds)
5.50 metres of blind cord
15 x 12mm diameter plastic rings (not need if using looped blind tape)
2 Cord breakaway devices (Safety Legislation)
56cms x 2cms wide Velcro’s (Sew on or Stick on)
3 x brass/sliver screw eyes 12 mm diameter
2 Cleats to secure cord (Safety Legislation attached to wall to stop the cord from hanging loose)
1 wooden acorn or pully for cord
Please bring your basic sewing kit with you:
Fabric scissors, small embroidery scissors
Or Rotary cutters plus cutting board and ruler (if you prefer to use these instead of scissors)
Sewing needles
Tacking thread plus matching thread for fabric
Tape measure
Metre ruler (if you have one and a set square)
Colour headed pins.
Fabric marking pen or chalk pencil.
Please bring drinks for the day and some lunch
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Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2023 prior to starting the course.
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The rules on fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions Team on 01235 216400 to discuss these options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.
19+ Fee:
Tuition Fee: £17.50
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £17.50
19+ Reduced Fee:
Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £0.00
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Self-assessment
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