This course is aimed at the established
sewer and intends to build upon their knowledge base adding new skills or
improving upon old ones. The creation of new garments or the recreation of old
ones, gives the student the opportunity to express their creativity, whilst
expanding their skillset and refining their existing abilities.
Possible areas that could be covered
during the course, dependant on individual abilities:
- Garment alterations. Basic garment
alteration techniques; judging fit, resizing and repairing.
- Commercial pattern dressmaking.
- Embellishment & Embroidery.
- Accessories creation: Detachable
collars & cuffs, scarves, bags.