What will I study?

If you are looking to brush up on important skills to support the manufacture of your garments, this workshop will provide you with an insight into some of the most common techniques used.

Throughout the workshop, you will first be shown demonstrations, along with useful tips and tricks on how to carry out each technique. You will then have the opportunity to practise these techniques yourself.

All items we work on will be pre-cut for you to sew, as there will be only a limited amount of time available for each item.

Some of the techniques you will be learning include:

  • Easing in a sleeve

  • Sewing a dart

  • Inserting an invisible zip

  • Inserting an exposed zip

  • Sewing curves

  • Making buttonholes

  • Handling bulky seams and sewing narrow hems

Please bring the following:

  • Pins

  • Tape measure

  • Fabric scissors

  • Sewing machine (please bring your own if you have one, as we only have a limited number available in class)

 

How will this course be delivered?

This is a practical course and is designed so that students are enabled to work on individual projects. The delivery is led by tutor demonstration.

How do I get a place on the course?

Please send an e-mail to Community.projects@solihull.ac.uk.

What are the entry requirements?

You must be aged 19+

If you have learning difficulty or a disability please let us know when you apply. 

Location

Woodlands Campus

Start Date

01/07/2026

Day

Wednesday

Time

12:30-15:30

Course Fee

£11.25

Course Code

TLQCA000E002S

Study Mode

Part Time

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Location

Woodlands Campus

Start Date

08/07/2026

Day

Wednesday

Time

09:00-12:00

Course Fee

£11.25

Course Code

TLQAA000E002S

Study Mode

Part Time

Enrol Now
Location

Woodlands Campus

Start Date

08/07/2026

Day

Wednesday

Time

12:30-15:30

Course Fee

£11.25

Course Code

TLQBA000E002S

Study Mode

Part Time

Enrol Now

Sewing Techniques

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

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