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Key details

Course area
Fashion and Textiles
Student type
Courses for 19+ students
Course type
Part-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 1
Start date
Tuesday 21st April 2026
End date
Tuesday 2nd June 2026
Time
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Adams Building Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1NG
Fees
£77.85
Pathway
Sewing spring dresses
Course code
Parent course code:C050542 Child course code: Q050543
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Course introduction

Create, Customise, Connect!

If you're passionate about sewing and ready to take your skills to the next level, these are the courses for you! Inspired by the spirit of the Great British Sewing Bee, each course offers a choice of garments or accessory patterns, giving you the freedom to create pieces that reflect your personal style.

With guidance from our technically skilled and experienced tutor, you’ll learn how to:

  • Sew a variety of garments and accessories
  • Alter and adapt patterns to suit your taste
  • Add custom features like pockets, trims, and length adjustments

These sociable, hands-on courses are perfect for intermediate sewists looking to expand their skills in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you're refining techniques or exploring new styles, you'll leave with bespoke items and a boost in confidence.

  • Dressmaking - Make What You Bring/Make Your Own Garment
    • Unlock your creativity with this dressmaking course, designed for adults looking to explore or expand their fashion skills in a self-led environment. Whether you're working on your own projects or eager to just sew, you’ll have access to all our professional facilities, including industrial and domestic machines. Benefit from specialist tutor support throughout the course, offering guidance when needed, while enjoying the freedom to work independently at your own pace. Perfect for dressmakers, designers, or anyone passionate about sewing!
  • Sewing Bags - Creative Your Own Fashion Statement
    • Looking to craft a stylish new accessory to complement your wardrobe? This is the course for you!
    • In this intermediate -level sewing course, you'll have the opportunity to make your own unique fashion piece. Choose from four fabulous bag styles — including a tote bag, quilted bag, origami bag and a duffle bag.
    • Whether you're looking to expand your sewing skills or simply want to create something beautiful and practical, this hands-on course will leave you with a finished piece you’ll be proud to carry.
    • Perfect for Intermediate sewists who are confident using a sewing machine and ready to take on a new creative challenge.
  • Sewing Kids' Fashion
    • Join us for a fun and creative 6-weeks where you will be creating two beautiful garments for your little one: a breezy summer dress and a cozy quilted jacket.
    • Whether you're sewing for your own child, a grandchild, or as a thoughtful gift, this course is a lovely way to build your confidence and creativity in a supportive environment.
    • Perfect for: Intermediate sewists who are confident using a sewing machine and ready to take on a new creative challenge.
  • Sewing a Spring Dress - Creative Your Perfect Seasonal Look
    • Welcome the warmer days with style and creativity in this hands-on sewing course designed for spring fashion lovers! Choose from three beautiful dress patterns and bring your vision to life. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course offers the perfect opportunity to craft a custom spring dress that suits your taste by adjusting lengths, adding pockets, trims, and other personal touches
    • By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with a handmade dress that’s uniquely yours—perfect for sunny days, garden parties, or just feeling fabulous.

Please note: Due to the high demand of these part time courses, if you start a course but can no longer carry on, you will not be eligible for a full course refund. If you enrol on a course and the start date passes, you will not be eligible for a course material fee refund. If you get remitted fees and attend your course for free, if you do not attend the first two sessions without letting the tutor know or without valid reason, you will be withdrawn from the course. Many thanks for your understanding.

Course information

College certificate

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+.

You will receive verbal feedback throughout the course.

You can progress to other textile courses at Nottingham College (see course content above).

Careers related to this course

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Sewing Machinists

Potential Earnings

£32,362.09

Average Earnings

£21,126.05

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Processing and Machine Operation

People in these occupations set up, process, refine, and transform materials and operate industrial machinery.

Skills

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.
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