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Sewing for Fashion – Get Started with Dressmaking – Workshop
£56.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 12-Jul-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to enable you to become confident in using the basic features of your sewing machine and to learn how to take body measurements to enable you to buy the correct size commercial pattern confidently.During the course learners will:• Learn how to thread correctly your sewing machine.• Gain knowledge […]
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Learn to Crochet – The Basics Workshop
£55.00 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 12-Jul-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• Make a crochet chain stitch and slip stitch• Work Double Crochet […]
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Basic Clothing Alterations – How to Hem Trousers and Skirts Workshop
£45.70 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 09-Aug-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 13:00 - 17:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? On this workshop you will learn how to measure, pin and hand-hem a pair of trousers and a skirt to your required length. During the course, the tutor will provide small group demonstrations and individual support to ensure that you can work at your own level and pace. Is this course […]
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Summer Fun – Knit a Scarf for Winter – (Adult and Child 6+ Workshop)
£25.00 Iver Heath Village Hall
Tue 12-Aug-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 13:00 - 15:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? On this fun workshop, you and your child will learn the very basics of knitting and how to knit a plain scarf for Winter. You will start by ‘casting on’ and learning the plain knit stitch, through demonstration and easy to read handouts. At the end of the session you will […]
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Discover Machine Sewing – Beginners (Short Course)
£84.25 Amersham ALC
Tue 02-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:45 - 14:15
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AvailableWhat will I learn? You will learn how to use a sewing machine and explore what is achievable with this amazing tool. You will also learn the foundation sewing skills that will enable you to progress to our follow on sewing courses • Learn to recognise and use the features and functions of your sewing […]
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Patchwork and Quilting – Free Taster
£0.00 Amersham ALC
Wed 10-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? At this FREE TASTER work shop you will learn some of the basics of this wonderful craft. You will work on a sample piece which you can take away and complete at home.Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance the tutor will teach you how to:– cut your patchwork […]
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Patchwork and Quilting – Free Taster
£0.00 Beaconsfield ALC
Wed 10-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:30 - 14:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? At this FREE TASTER work shop you will learn some of the basics of this wonderful craft. You will work on a sample piece which you can take away and complete at home.Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance the tutor will teach you how to:– cut your patchwork […]
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Learn to Love and Use Your Sewing Machine Workshop
£60.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 13-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will learn: ● To set-up your machine for different fabric types and projects.● Explore a variety of foot attachments and how to use them.● Essential sewing techniques such as: Seams, hems, fastenings and decorative techniques.● Have the opportunity to work on a craft project of your choice, […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£216.40 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Mon 15-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners
£110.50 Amersham ALC
Tue 16-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:15 - 14:15
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and to alter and adapt commercial patterns. During the course learners will be guided by the tutor through the key processes including; pattern and fabric selection, fitting and pattern adapting, all the construction […]
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Crochet and Knitting for Beginners and Improvers
£105.00 Chesham ALC
Tue 16-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:45 - 14:45
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Improvers
£216.40 Amersham ALC
Tue 16-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:45 - 11:45
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Make a piece of clothing of your choice, your tutor will discuss this with you at the first session and give advice and guidance on pattern selection. You will have the opportunity to learn about:● Interpreting and adapting a commercial pattern.● Personalizing your project exploring design detailing.● Selecting suitable fabrics and […]
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Crochet and Knitting for Beginners and Improvers
£105.00 Chesham ALC
Wed 17-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£216.40 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Wed 17-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]
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Crochet and Knitting for Beginners and Improvers
£105.00 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Thu 18-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners – Termly
£198.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Thu 18-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 15:00 - 17:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and to alter and adapt commercial patterns. During the course learners will be guided by the tutor through the key processes including; pattern and fabric selection, fitting and pattern adapting, all the construction […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£198.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Thu 18-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:00 - 14:00
FullWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£198.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Thu 18-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 11:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]
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Learn to Love and Use Your Sewing Machine Short Course
£101.75 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Sat 20-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will learn: ● To set-up your machine for different fabric types and projects.● Explore a variety of foot attachments and how to use them.● Essential sewing techniques such as: Seams, hems, fastenings and decorative techniques.● Have the opportunity to work on a craft project of your choice, […]
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Patchwork & Quilting for Beginners and Improvers
£93.00 Amersham ALC
Wed 24-Sep-2025
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? During this this course you will learn the essential skills needed to make a quilt, or a patchwork item of your own. You will work on sample pieces as well as your own project to practice a variety of techniques. Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance the tutor […]