Textiles and Sewing

Our Textile and Sewing courses give learners the skills needed to create a range of hand and machine stitched products using commercial patterns.

These courses cover how to read and lay a pattern, practise using a sewing machine, and explore a range of construction techniques and design features required for shaping, fastening and finishing garments. We support complete beginner learners to the more advanced, to create garments and products that they can treasure.

Our courses allow learners to develop key skills, be creative and meet other adult learners within a motivating environment.

Learner Story: Avani - Textiles Supporting my Mental Health

   


Avani turned to crafting after struggling with her mental health following a miscarriage. Textiles was one of these, and so she later joined our Sewing and Textile’s course to develop her skills.

“The course has definitely helped my confidence to sew and has sparked the joy I get when I create and make something. The course really provides some nice ‘me time’ away from the stresses of everyday life. We are lucky to have a great group.”

Avani has created some wonderful pieces, and really enjoys creating clothes for her daughter. You can see one of these pieces in the photo above, taken at our Learner Art Exhibition.

Read more of Avani's Story