This non-accredited garment-making course is offered at St Margaret’s Campus every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM for a duration of 9 weeks, starting on September 9 and concluding on November 11, 2025.
**Course Overview:**
Designed for beginners, this introduction to garment making focuses on utilizing a simple pattern to create a personal project, specifically a pair of pyjamas or casual trousers/top. Throughout the course, participants will learn essential skills, including:
- Health and safety practices in sewing.
- Understanding and working with garment patterns.
- Adjusting patterns for a better fit, including petite fit modifications.
- Sewing various pockets and elastic casings.
- Identifying and mastering basic seams and hems.
**Eligibility Requirements:**
- Age: Participants must be 19 years or older.
- Prerequisite: Completion of the Introduction to Sewing Skills course or equivalent experience using a sewing machine.
- Homework: Weekly completion of a short workbook with guidance from the tutor.
**Cost:**
- The course fee is £90. However, individuals receiving the following benefits can participate at no charge:
- Universal Credit
- Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)
- Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) in the Work-Related Activity Group
- There are no fees for individuals earning less than £25,750.
**Contact Information:**
For more details or to register, please contact [Insert phone number] or email [Insert email address].
**Call to Action:**
Ready to enhance your sewing skills? Enroll now to secure your spot in this engaging course!
Categories:
Arts and creative classes
Adult education and learning
Arts and creativity
Social prescribing
Support with employment
Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Hearing impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Learning difficulty friendly
Physical disability friendly
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Garment Making