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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

Course introduction

It is no longer possible to apply/enrol for this course as there are no course dates available. Please check back later as we may be offering it again in the future.

This course is designed to take some time for yourself and take part in some slow and calming textile techniques.

The course begins when the nights are getting darker and weather cooler so is perfect if you want to spend some time with like-minded people crafting and sewing to take your mind away from your responsibilities. Being practical and creative is proven to improve your mood so come and take part in some slow sewing techniques over this 6 week course which might include beading, embroidery, applique and other sewing techniques.

This course is designed to be sociable, quiet and peaceful. If you prefer to take some quiet time, the course offers this also. You will be shown demonstrations to follow or you have the opportunity to work on your own ideas and ask questions to our specialist tutors. The environment is supportive, encouraging and is about improving your wellbeing with the use of creative craft!

Sewing for Wellbeing is part of our Craft for Wellbeing Pathway which also includes Textiles for Wellbeing. Our other pathways include Knit, Textiles, Seasonal Crafts, Creative Business Start-up.

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free, if you do not attend the first two sessions without letting the tutor know or without valid reason, you will be withdrawn from the course.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 onto other fashion and textiles courses.

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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Economic data for careers is provided by Lightcast and also available through our Career Coach app. Job postings, employment and earnings information is represented at the regional level for the East Midlands.

Access to Higher Education: Creative Industries (Fashion)

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