Sewing skills for beginners

Timetable, fees and enrolling

This fun, practical course is for absolute beginners, those who need a refresher or who want to progress their skills. 

It could be a stepping stone to further education and a new career.

What you’ll learn

You'll learn:

• how to thread a domestic sewing machine safely and correctly
• the basic operational symbols and functions of a sewing machine
• the purpose of different machine feet

You'll also:

• create a folder of sewing samples showing different seams
• practice a range of sewing techniques
• manipulate fabric to create pleats and gathers (optional)
• make at least 1 stitched item to take home

Projects include cushion covers for beginners and aprons and shopping bag for those with some sewing experience).

How the course is taught

Classes are taught using:

• demonstrations
• visual samples
• group discussion
• one-to-one support

You'll support each other and discuss your work and progress.

What to bring

The cost of all basic materials is included in your course fee and we will have fabrics that you can use. But you may wish to bring fabrics of your own choice too.

You'll need:

• a folder
• blank A4 paper or notebook
• a pen, pencil and eraser
• a ruler

You may like to bring your own fabric scissors, pins, needles and tape measure.

After the course

On completion, you can progress to further fashion, textiles, or crafts courses with us or at City Lit or Morley College.