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Garment Construction for Costume and Fashion - Sewing Techniques

Funding area Vocational
ASH/152662/Q/PF
Location:
Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford
Start date:
09/01/2026
End date:
20/03/2026
Level:
Entry Level
Time:
10:00 - 12:30
Duration:
10 sessions
Course hours:
Course hours

Course hours are the total number of hours you'll spend being taught by your tutor. Self study time is not included within the course hours.

25 hours
Day of week:
FRI
Tutor:
Diana Withers
Price: £245.00 Concessions
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Who can join this course

This hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of garment construction with a focus on both fashion and costume design. Through practical sewing sessions, pattern work, and design exploration, students will gain the skills to create simple garments and understand the basics of fashion and costume production.

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Is this course for me

Beginners with little or no prior sewing experience
Aspiring fashion designers or costume makers

Course aims

By the end of the course you should be able to:

* Explain the health and safety considerations for the tools and resources you have used
* Sew a hem sample appropriate to fabric type and style of chosen garment
* Select and demonstrate the use of an interlining appropriate to fabric type and garment style
* Demonstrate a fastening method suitable for your chosen garment
* Sew a sample styling technique appropriate to your chosen garment. Examples: collar, cuff, pocket, waistband

You do not need to bring any special equipment to the first class.

For subsequent classes you will be asked to bring a basic sewing kit. You will need to provide your own fabric and thread to make a simple project. We advise you complete the first week before purchasing any patterns or fabric.

A folder or document wallet is useful to keep handouts. You may want to bring some paper to take notes during demonstrations.

Sewing machines are provided.

This course is scheduled to not be running on the following dates:

  • Friday, 20 February 2026

From 1st August 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) require that learners attending this course must identify their primary purpose for learning. This course is not available for learners whose main aim is to learn a hobby, or for leisure/pleasure.

To get the most out of your course we recommend you attend at least 85% of your sessions. If you do have a pre-arranged commitments booked during term time, please let the tutor know in advance so that we can help you catch up on missed sessions and ensure that you still achieve the course outcome.

Getting to your course

Find us

Ashford Gateway (KAE)
Church Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 1AS

If you require any information about this location then please call 03000 41 22 22 and quote the Course Code ASH/152662/Q/PF.