Machine embroidery - Step 2 (09V218CL/22)

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• how to design, plan, cost out and complete a project of your choice
• what fabrics, techniques and threads to use for the best results
• how to use appliqué techniques to enhance your design ideas.

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very time you contact us, to the day you achieve your goals.

If you choose to join this machine embroidery course you will be supported by our dedicated staff, learn in a small friendly and welcoming group, have the opportunity to take part in activities to practice your skills, be encouraged to continue to practice when you are away from the classroom and receive lots of encouragement to help you build both your skills and your confidence.

As well as working in groups, you will benefit from regular time working with your tutor, discussing your progress and planning your next steps. They will also tell you about all of the other great opportunities that you have access to including help with developing your skills, joining one of our creative skills classes or sessions to improve your health, wellbeing, confidence or resilience. If you are looking for work or aiming for a change of role, then your tutor will also make you aware of the employability programmes we have available to support you in achieving your employment goals.

Our team will be there to support you at every step of your journey and we always welcome your feedback to help us ensure that you feel safe, happy, supported and welcome.

What do I need to join the course?

Enthusiasm to learn more! You must be aged 19 or over.

You may benefit from having attended the Patterns and Freehand Embroidery course.

You do not need to have any previous experience or knowledge of embroidery to join the course but you must have a basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

Some basic resources are included in the cost of your course. Your tutor will advise you of further materials you may need to purchase once you have decided on your own project.

Please bring any fabrics and other materials that you want to use or incorporate into your work.

What could I do next?

Your tutor will provide more information about this at the end of your course. You may also consider some of our other courses such as pottery, soft furnishings, creative writing and poetry, art, mindfulness and photography or computer skills, English, maths and employability courses.

Can we help you to learn?

You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.