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Why choose this course?
This Dressmaking course builds on the knowledge and practical skills gained in Part 1, where you were introduced to using a commercial sewing pattern.
You will continue to develop your dressmaking techniques using professional sewing methods and garment construction processes. Working with a variety of fabrics, you will enhance your skills in sewing seams, creating hems, and applying a range of finishing techniques to achieve high-quality results.
The course will also explore different aspects of garment construction, helping you to improve your understanding of clothing design, fit, and assembly while increasing your confidence and independence in dressmaking.
Class times: 19:00-21:00
Further information
This course is for adults (19+) for all abilities.
- Using a sewing machine safely and correctly How to choose suitable fabrics for your sewing project
- Adding on items on garment from your own sketch such as pockets.
- Taking personal measurements
- Pattern terminology and instructions sheets
- Storing patterns and specification sheets.
- Pattern cutting and assembling garments
- Making clothes from patterns
- Using seams, hems, buttonholes, and zips for a professional finish
Learners may wish to progress onto Dressmaking Improvers. You tutor will be able to advise you of the most suitable option for you.
Continuous classroom assessment.
You don’t need to bring in anything for the first lesson.
You will need to purchase fabric for your own sewing project.
Suggested items for your personal sewing kit:
- HP pencil/ sharpener/ eraser
- Measuring tape for dressmaking Tailor’s chalk
- Fabric and paper scissors
- Metal ruler/ right angle ruler
- Pattern master
- Dressing pins/ sewing needles
- Machine sewing thread Seam ripper