Beginner Garment Making- 5 day Intensive Course

Mon Aug 03 2026 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm UTC+01:00

William Law CE Primary School | Peterborough

Laura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing
Publisher/HostLaura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing
Beginner Garment Making- 5 day Intensive Course
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This entry level course is designed for people who want to learn basic sewing terminology, technique, tool fundamentals, fabric cutting and pattern reading. By the end of this course, you will have the skills to create garments based on shop bought patterns.
It is ideal for people who have never sewed or who are beginner sewers looking to improve their skills. The practical elements of this course are interwoven with theory and handy hints, meaning that there is something for everybody.
The first 4 days of this interactive course combines theory and practice to equip you with basic sewing skills. The final day will be spent making a garment using a pattern and applying your newfound skills.
Day 1
● Sewing machine fundamentals.
● Essential sewing tools.
● Stitch varieties.
● Understanding pattern markings and fabric behaviours.
● Cutting fabric.
● Making and attaching patch pockets.
● Inserting in-seam pockets.
Day 2
● Dressmaking seams and finishes.
● Sewing darts.
● Gathering.
● Box pleating.
● Making and attaching a flat collar.
Day 3
● Using interfacing.
● Inserting facings.
● Under-stitching technique.
● Hemming.
● Sewing buttonholes by machine.
● Sewing buttons by machine.
● Attaching fasteners.
Day 4
● Basic zip insertion.
● Inserting a basic sleeve.
● Taking body measurements.
● Pattern reading, pattern marking, pattern cutting.
Day 5
● Making a garment using a pattern.
Equipment Required
● Sewing machine (essential)
● Snippers or embroidery scissors
● Seam ripper
● Pins and pin cushion
● Bobbins
● Thread (spooled)
● Cutting scissors
● Tape measure
● Pencil and notepad
● Ruler
Don’t have a machine. Contact [email protected] to discuss options. Haberdashery, fabric, and patterns are provided by the teacher.
This is part 1 of a 3-part technical sewing course. It is entry level and designed for people who want to learn basic sewing terminology, technique, tool fundamentals, fabric cutting and pattern reading. By the end of this course, you will have the skills to create garments based on shop bought patterns. It is ideal for people who have never sewed or who are beginner sewers looking to improve their skills. The practical elements of this course are interwoven with theory and handy hints, meaning that there is something for ever
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William Law CE Primary School, William Law CE Primary School, Twelvetree Avenue, Werrington, Peterborough, PE4 5DT, United Kingdom

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