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Develop your sewing machine skills Scarborough
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This course will teach you how to develop your existing skills and build confidence in using the sewing machine. It will teach you techniques and skills with which you can make small sewn projects using upcycled and recycled materials that could be gifted or sold. Projects will incorporate techniques such as sewing zips, binding, button-holes and adding linings to projects. This course is suitable for learners who are comfortable to use the sewing machine and have completed a beginners’ course.


Open Entry Requirements


To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August 2024 and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact you for further information or refer you to alternative provision.

Open What Will I Need?


This course will be delivered face to face. Basic sewing equipment and materials will be provided. However, if you would like to bring in your own fabrics or fat quarters, threads and embellishments, this will allow more freedom to develop your individual style.

Open Assessment Methods


Verbal and/or written feedback will be provided throughout this course.

Open What Will I Achieve?


Throughout your time learning with us, you will also have developed a whole range of skills that can be transferred from your course to a working environment, your home life or your own personal development.
Skills such as time management, organisation, research skills, networking and presenting ideas are all part of your learning journey along with decision making, problem solving and overcoming obstacles. All these skills will help you to become a confident, self-motivated person and will assist you on your chosen pathway.

Open Progression


Level 1 Award NCFE Creative Crafts (Textiles)
Level 2 Award NCFE Creative Crafts (Textiles)
Functional skills in maths and/or English
Other wellbeing course
Employability course- for those interested in self employment.
ICT course to develop skills and confidence in using ICT equipment and social media to support their development.

Open Is there anything else I need to know?


Due to funding restrictions, learners are not permitted to repeat courses. We understand this may be disappointing, but we are committed to supporting you in every way we can. Our dedicated team offers comprehensive information, advice, and guidance to help you progress onto new courses that align with your goals. We are here to assist you in finding the best pathways to achieve your overall objectives. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support and to explore the options available to you.
09003TL
17/10/2024
14/11/2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday
43.20
Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status
Scarborough Town Hall

Helping you financially

  • English, maths and computing courses (up to level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2024)
  • Reduced course fees for non-qualification courses if you receive a qualifying benefit.
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your income is below £25,000
  • Discretionary Learner Support funding relating to cover fees, books etc (qualifications only) T&C apply.
  • Pay for your course in instalments via direct debit (over £100), ask for details.
  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans for Level 3 courses and above – no repayments until you earn over £25,000

If you are unsure on what price you should pay, please contact us on 01609 536066 or email adultlearningservice@northyorks.gov.uk