Making Clothes Beginners · 02/05/2024

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Course name
Making Clothes Beginners
Course code
CRA-CLTH-CF-P/23-3AA
Introduction to the course

Learn how to understand a pattern, find which size to make, which fabrics to use and how much to buy, and begin to discover how to adapt the pattern to fit your unique proportions. First project will be loose fit trousers and the second is a boxy top with facings. You can also learn how to use a sewing machine if you haven’t done so before. This course is useful for complete beginners or anyone who has tried to make a garment and got stuck!

What will I learn?

A range of skills used in clothes making.

What are the entry requirements?

The course is for beginners to making clothes or anyone who has tried to make a garment and got stuck!

What do I need to bring with me to class?

For the first class, notebook and pen for list of equipment. All equipment and materials will be discussed in week 1. The expectation is that you will purchase a pattern, some dressmaking shears, a small amount of low cost tools and some fabric and thread for week 2. By week 6 you will also need a small amount of interfacing and either some more fabric or an old duvet or sheet to work with. Specifications will be given later in the course

What can I do after my course has finished?

Progress to the Making Clothes and UpCycle Workshop

Price
£190.00
Available concessions
An early booking discount of 5% is available for all enrolments up to and including the 31st of August. This course is priced at £133.00 for individuals in receipt of a income based state benefit. You will need to be able to provide relevant documentation as evidence. Concessions cannot be used in conjunction with each other.
Course start and end dates
02-May-2024 to 27-Jun-2024
Time and day
6:45 pm to 9:15 pm (Thu)
Course duration
8 weeks / 20 hours total
Site
Surbiton Library Annexe Small Hall
Site Address

Surbiton Library Annexe Small Hall
Ewell Rd
Surbiton
KT6 6AG

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How do I apply?
Due to ongoing technical issues with online enrolment, please call 020 8547 6700 to book your place on this course
What should I do if I have any questions?

Email: adult.education@kingston.gov.uk

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