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Dressmaking For Beginners

Key Information

Location: City College Peterborough

Course code

09130044

Tutor

Susan Burgess

Start date

15 Sep 2026

End date

20 Oct 2026

Day & Time

Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30

Places left

10

Cost

£128.00

Course Overview

As a progression from Get to Know Your Sewing Machine, this course gives learners an introduction to Dressmaking. In this course you will learn: How to read the pattern envelope, how to read the pattern pieces and the instruction leaflet inside the pattern envelope, how to create darts, zips, facing/waistband, buttonholes.

You will need

A sewing kit e.g. scissors, needles and pins, tape measure etc

Fabric to make a skirt or trousers

Matching threads to your chosen fabric

Skirt or trouser pattern of your choice. Suggested pattern: Simplicity S8957 or New Look 6106

Interfacing, zips, button required for your chosen pattern

You will get to know other people with the same interest of sewing as yourself and be able to share your interests and ideas. Your tutor will give you guidance to develop your confidence, knowledge and skills through individual assistance throughout your chosen project.

During the 10 week course you will create a garment you will be proud of. If you complete your project within the 10 weeks you could make either the other project, trousers or skirt, or have attempt a blouse or top.

What next?

Progress onto our Dressmaking for Intermediates course, details are available on either our website, in the course prospectus or by calling the College on 01733 761361.

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