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Course intent

An introductory course designed for beginners who want to develop fundamental sewing skills with a focus on home-based projects. Learners will explore a variety of textiles and gain essential knowledge of materials used in home décor and soft furnishings.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• Material Knowledge: Learn how to select appropriate fabrics, threads, and tools for different types of sewing projects.
• Design Techniques: Basic pattern drafting, measuring, and customization methods to personalize household items such as cushions, curtains, table linens, and storage accessories.
• Production Process: Understand how to use different sewing machine functions and complete a project from concept to finished design.
• Craftsmanship: How to practice your skills to achieve professional, polished results.
• Studio Practice: Work in a safe environment, following best practices for tool safety and maintaining an organized and efficient workspace.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

Stage 1 – This stage is for learners who are new to their chosen subject area. With the focus on introducing individuals to basic materials, tools, and techniques, and to inspire confidence in creative expression.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

For your first lesson you need to bring:

• Fabric samples of different weights
• Good quality sewing machine thread to practice with, such as Gütermann
• Glass head pins
• Cloth tape measure

And a basic sewing kit:

• Good quality fabric cutting scissors
• Needlework scissors
• Snips/Seam ripper set
• Heat erasable pens in different colours

Your tutor will discuss other materials in the first lesson, with tips on where to buy them.

For any queries, please email adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto sewing courses or further Arts & Crafts courses at SAL.

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.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

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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