Dressmaking Skills - Exploring (09V58CL/23)

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• about sewing machine functions: threading, tension, stitch length, cleaning etc;
• how to sew basic seams (Plain, French, straight lines and zig zag);
• how to read a pattern;
• how to transfer pattern markings etc;
• how to sew a zip and buttonholes.

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 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?

It would be useful if you have already attended our Dressmaking Skills - Doscovery session, but this is not essential.

Some basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine would be beneficial as well as some basic maths skills as you will need to be able to do some simple calculations to use rulers and other measuring equipment.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

You will need to bring along a pattern and either cotton fabric or poly cotton with matching thread. This will be needed from week two so please wait and talk to your tutor in week one. If you have your own dressmaking scissors, chalk, pencil and tape measure then please bring them with you, however, don’t worry if not, as we will have supplies available in the classroom.

What could I do next?

You may wish to develop your skills further with our other dressmaking skills courses. Your tutor will provide more information about this at the end of your course You may also consider some of our other Adult Learning courses such as soft furnishings, interior design, machine embroidery, 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.