Clothes Making – an Introduction (Stage 1)

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Beginners or anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

None – this is an introductory course. We have no formal academic entry requirements for our short courses.

Please note, in your first session there’ll be a sewing workroom machinery induction. You must attend this to comply to the university health and safety policy.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: shortcourses@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£359  

Any additional costs 

You'll need to provide clothes-making equipment and materials. This'll incur an additional cost if you need to purchase one for the course. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details. 

You'll be required to purchase the fabric for your final pieces; projects can be tailored to suit all budgets.

Any additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

• Notebook and pens/pencils to take notes
• Dressmakers’ pins
• Tape measure
• Paper scissors
• Fabric scissors
• Small scissors
• Thread snips
• Quick unpick
• Pencils: 2H, HB or B
• Fabric/cloth marking pencil
• Pens
• Rubber
• Pencil sharpener
• A4 folder and plastic sleeves

You'll need to provide fabric and a zip for your skirt, but you'll receive more information about this once the course has started so we advise you wait to purchase it.

• Using professional equipment, including sewing machinery and body scanner
• Pattern manipulation of bodice darts
• Seam hems
• Attaching sleeves
• Creating upper-body patterns for a bespoke block
• A range of garment construction techniques

At the end of the course you'll:

• Be able to demonstrate basic clothes making skills, such as cutting fabrics and basic garment construction techniques for personal sewing projects in the future
• Possess improved sewing skills
• Be knowledgeable in a range of garment construction techniques
• Have your own fitted bodice block to your precise measurements
• Have increased confidence in your own skills and feel inspired
• Have boosted creativity and imagination
• Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course
• You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at shortcourses@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed

Will I be assessed?

No, there's no formal assessment. As the course progresses, your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback so you know how you're getting on.