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Develop the skills and confidence to create your own garments and textile projects.

This accredited qualification provides an excellent introduction to fashion and garment making. Ideal for beginners, the course will help you develop practical sewing skills whilst building your confidence and creativity in a supportive learning environment.

You will learn how garments are planned, constructed and finished using a range of fabrics, tools and techniques. Through practical projects, you will develop skills in measuring, cutting, assembling and finishing textile items whilst gaining experience of both hand and machine sewing. You will also learn how to work safely and accurately, follow patterns and instructions, and create finished pieces to a good standard.

What Will I Learn?
You will learn how to:
- Use sewing equipment and tools safely
- Identify suitable fabrics and materials
- Follow patterns and simple instructions
- Measure, mark and cut fabrics accurately
- Use hand and machine sewing techniques
- Assemble garment components
- Apply finishing techniques
- Develop confidence through practical projects

How Will I Learn?
Learning takes place through practical workshops, tutor demonstrations, individual support and project-based activities. You will create garments and textile items whilst building a portfolio of work.

Progression Opportunities
Successful completion may lead to further Fashion and Textiles qualifications, sewing and garment-making courses or other creative arts programmes.

Course Enrolment and Assessment
Before you can enrol, you must attend an assessment to confirm that this course is suitable for your skills and learning goals. To arrange an assessment appointment, please contact the Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service on 020 8496 2974.
Prosp Content
CC00005AV
03/11/2026
08/12/2026
3.00 hrs per wk
6 weeks
191.00