Sewing for Beginners Part 2

This is part 2 of our Sewing course and it will build on the the general principles and skills of clothes making and sewing, using a purchased commercial pattern covered in part 1. You will continue to learn how to sew using professional techniques, and create a varied portfolio of sewing samples and finishing 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
• Taking personal measurements
• Pattern terminology and instructions sheets
• How to adapt a pattern to fit
• Pattern cutting and assembling garments
• Making clothes from commercial and pdf patterns
• Making home furnishings
• Using seams, hems, buttonholes, and zips for a professional finish

This course starts on Tuesday 14 January 2025 (16:45 – 18:45)

Please note this course does not run in the college half term or end of term breaks.