You may be required to bring along your own sewing machine for dressmaking and embroidery classes. Please ask.
Dressmaking And Tailoring: 72/01A; Margaret Jones; Mon 13.30 to 15.30; 29/09/1997; 10 mtgs; KCC; £40.90 (-). A very friendly informal class. Learn how to make and adapt garments to a high standard for an individual and professional look.
Dressmaking And Tailoring: 72/02A; Margaret Jones; Wed 19.00 to 21.00; 01/10/1997; 10 mtgs; BPMH; £40.90 (-).
Dressmaking And Tailoring: 72/03A; Margaret Jones; Mon 10.00 to 12.00; 29/09/1997; 10 mtgs; KCC; £40.90 (-).
Smocking, Quilting & Embroidery: 72/04A; Ann Fitzgerald; Tue 19.15 to 21.15; 30/09/1997; 10 mtgs; SJL; £40.90 (-). Acquire and practice the skills of smocking, quilting, embroidery and patchwork.
Pattern Drafting: 72/13A; Barbara Pritchard; Thu 9.30 to 12.30; 25/09/1997; 8 mtgs; Pershore; £49.50 (-). This course will give you the basic understanding of the principles of pattern drafting, your own basic pattern block which is the basis of all future designs and a finished skirt of your own design and fabric choice. For the first class you will need to wear a snug fitting garment or leotard/tights for measuring purposes. The course is open to ladies only.
Dressmaking Made Fun: 72/14A; Barbara Pritchard; Tue 9.30 to 12.30; 23/09/1997; 8 mtgs; Pershore; £49.50 (-). You will come away with a professionally made garment, buttonhole and zipper samples, handouts for your sewing library, and a thorough understanding of sewing terms and the practise to carry these through all future projects. All in a fun and relaxed setting. You are encouraged to bring along your own sewing machine - the tutor will be able to give you advice and guidance on what you machine can do for you.
Upholstery And Soft Furnishings: 72/28A; Olwen Woolcock; Tue 10.00 to 12.00; 30/09/1997; 10 mtgs; BRMH; £40.90 (-). Working with students on their own projects. Learn the skills required to restore your furniture or make cushions, curtains, pelmets etc. Upholstery tools and materials available for purchase.
Upholstery And Soft Furnishings: 72/29A; Olwen Woolcock; Mon 19.00 to 21.00; 29/09/1997; 10 mtgs; AVH; £40.90 (-). Working with students on their own projects. Learn the skills required to restore your furniture or make cushions, curtains, pelmets, etc. Upholstery materials can be purchased at the class.
Upholstery and Soft Furnishing: 72/30A; Olwen Woolcock; Thu 19.00 to 21.00; 02/10/1997; 10 mtgs; SJL; £40.90 (-). Working with students on their own projects. Learn the skills required to restore furniture or make cushions, curtains, pelmets etc. Upholstery materials available for purchase at the class.
Creative Studies - Embroidery: 72/33A; Romayne Curzon; Tue 9.30 to 16.00; 30/09/1997; 10 mtgs; WCT; £40.90 (A). Learn the art of creative embroidery using a sewing machine and your imagination.
You will see how a design board is created and how it can be used to plan your effects; and how to go about making stunning items without the need for previous artistic ability. A structured learning programme which can lead to City & Guilds qualification if you wish.
Introduction To Embroidery: 72/34A; Romayne Curzon; Thu 9.30 to 12.30; 02/10/1997; 10 mtgs; WCT; £40.90 (A). Introducing you to creative embroidery, and as a stepping stone to further study. You will be guided in the use of machine embroidery and design to create your own personal items and effects. Can lead to City & Guilds 7820 if you wish. No previous ability is required and beginners artistic talent can be enhanced by the use of tools and techniques introduced during the course.
Traditional Native American Beadwork: 74/69A; Susan Cameron; Sat 10.00 to 15.30; 11/10/1997; 1 mtg: BW; £25.00. Learn Native American Designs and beadwork techniques such as peyote and rosette work in this weekend workshop. Create your own North American Indian jewellery
or tribal adornment to take home with you.