On this course you will learn key skills & processes in garment construction: cutting out, piecing together, fitting, stitching, pressing, the correct and safe use of tools and equipment, understanding and adapting commercially bought patterns and choosing styles and suitable fabrics. You will sample a variety of techniques throughout the course, in addition to working on a garment of your choice- in a 10 week class, beginners should be able to make a simple dress, top, skirt or trousers. Improvers should be able to move on to more complex garments using different construction methods.
Name: Clothesmaking - beginners/improvers Qualification title: - Qualification type: No qualification Assessment The course tutor will use a range of methods to assess progress on the course. These may include: Observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions. Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20160824 10:39:34 Updated 20160824 10:39:34
You will need to bring a Basic Sewing Kit to include dressmaking pins, needles, tape measure, fabric cutting out scissors, threads ( if you are buying these items from scratch they will cost approximately £25-30). You will also need to purchase a commercial garment pattern (costing approx. £4), and fabric & trimmings to make the garment of your choice- these will vary in price according to the quantity and quality of materials purchased. Equipment required You will need to bring a Basic Sewing Kit to include dressmaking pins, needles, tape measure, fabric cutting out scissors, threads ( if you are buying these items from scratch they will cost approximately £25-30). You will also need to purchase a commercial garment pattern (costing approx. £4), and fabric & trimmings to make the garment of your choice- these will vary in price according to the quantity and quality of materials purchased.
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