High volumes of enquiries - July 2024
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Course intent
Learn essential sewing skills needed to help you on your journey to finding employment. Build your knowledge to create, alter and repair clothing and items for the home.
This course is primarily funded by the Henrietta Parker Trust, and as such learners will only need to pay a minimal course fee. For further information, see the dedicated page on our website here
What will I learn?
You will learn:
How to thread and use a sewing machine, using basic machine feet and stitches
Troubleshooting
Machine stitching - straight and curved lines
How to use a sewing pattern - overview of body measurements, different fabric types, choosing suitable fabrics for different projects
Cutting out fabric
Make an apron using your skills
Basics of interfacing
Make a simple camisole top with all-in-one facing
Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?
This course is for:
Beginners who are looking to upskill for employment.
What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?
You need to bring: · A notebook and pen · You will need a basic sewing kit (hand sewing needles, scissors, sewing thread, seam ripper, · some fabric to sew samples with
What can I do when I finish the course?
This programme has 3 stages in one academic year. Learners can progress through the stages supported by the HPT funding scheme. After this, you can progress onto further learning, gaining additional skills towards employment.
For Terms & Conditions, please see the dedicated page on our website. Adult Skills Development Charitable Trust | Surrey UK (henriettaparkertrust.com)
Additional Information
We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.
How to enrol
Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.
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Details
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Day:
Thursday
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Start date:
12 Sep 2024
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Time:
10am to 12pm
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Cost: £39
- Location: Sunbury centre
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Sessions:
13 sessions
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Tutor:
Vee Tanner
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Course code: QPDX4010GA
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Places: Places available
