Introduction to Soft Furnishing - Curtain and Cushion Making Skil

**Course Overview: Beginner’s Soft Furnishings** Join our non-accredited soft furnishings course at St Margaret's Campus, running weekly on Wednesdays from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM for eight sessions, from September 10 to November 5, 2025. **Course Details:** - **Duration:** 8 weeks - **Time:** Wednesdays, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM - **Location:** St Margaret's Campus - **Cost:** £80.00 for the entire course; free if you meet certain eligibility criteria (detailed below). **Who Should Enroll:** This course is ideal for beginners aged 19 and older who have not previously taken a soft furnishings course. Participants should be comfortable completing a short workbook each week with guiding support from the tutor. **What You Will Learn:** - Health and safety regulations in soft furnishings making - Fabric selection for various projects - Hand-stitching techniques for curtains and cushions - Sewing machine operation for soft furnishings - Creating mitered corners - Measuring windows and calculating fabric requirements - Constructing scatter cushion covers - Inserting concealed zips Over the duration of the course, you will produce various samples to build your portfolio. **Eligibility for Fee Waiver:** You qualify for a free course if you receive any of the following benefits: - Universal Credit - Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) - Employment Support Allowance (ESA - Work Related Action Group) Additionally, if your annual income is below £25,750, you will not be required to pay. **Contact Information:** For more details or to register, please contact us at [Insert phone number] or [Insert email]. To secure your spot, please register before the course start date. **Take the next step!** Enroll today to enhance your soft furnishing skills and create beautiful home decor items.