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Level X
Dressmaking for Beginners Part 2
COURSE OVERVIEW
This is part 2 of our Dressmaking course and it will build on the the general principles and skills of Dressmaking making and sewing, using a purchased commercial pattern covered in part 1.
You will continue to learn how to sew using professional techniques,
You will work with a range of fabrics while focussing on sewing, seams, hems and much more.
You will also look at different aspects of sewing and garment construction.
The course covers the following topics:
- 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
FURTHER INFORMATION
This course is for adults (19+) who have some sewing machine experience.
Your tutor will advise you on further options for study.
Continuous classroom assessment based on Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement (RARPA).
Course fee: £190
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
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