Adults 19+ / Community
SAL Wardrobe Wonders
Key Information
Location: City College Peterborough
Course code
14136311
Tutor
Susan Burgess
Start date
24 Sep 2026
End date
8 Jul 2027
Day & Time
Thursday 09:30 - 11:30
Location: City College Peterborough
Course code
14136311
Tutor
Susan Burgess
Start date
24 Sep 2026
End date
8 Jul 2027
Day & Time
Thursday 09:30 - 11:30
Help the planet and unleash your creativity by turning old clothes and fabrics into something completely new!
In our exciting Wardrobe Wonders course, dressmaking teacher Sue will guide you step by step through the world of upcycling. By the end of the course, you’ll have your own collection of unique upcycled fashion pieces — and the skills to keep transforming your wardrobe in exciting new ways.
This course is for Supported Adult Learners (SAL)(19+) with learning disabilities who do not have an EHCP.
You will:
• Start by learning how to use a sewing machine with confidence.
• Explore the work of inspiring upcycling designers.
• Try simple techniques to redesign, decorate, and reinvent your old clothes.
• Experiment with different materials.
• Practise your measuring skills and build your confidence.
Feel free to bring any old clothes and fabrics that you want to transform into something new!
To enrol
This course is funded by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority. Eligibility criteria apply. Learners will need to provide:
• ID,
• proof of address
• proof of income upon enrolment.
A course fee is applicable if your income exceeds the threshold set by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority or if you live outside Cambridgeshire.
Before you enrol, we would like to meet you to make sure the course is right for you. Please contact our friendly customer experience team to book an appointment with one of our tutors:
01733 761 361
admin@citycollegepeterborough.ac.uk
If you would like to continue building your skills, you can ask us about our full-fee Dressmaking courses.
If you’re unsure what to do next, you can book an appointment with one of our career advisors at the Employability Hub (subject to availability - eligibility criteria apply).
For more information, visit www.citycollegepeterborough.ac.uk or contact our customer experience team:
01733 761 361
admin@citycollegepeterborough.ac.uk
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