This course will give you creative skills to use your bodice block to design and make 1-2 garments, specifically tailored to you! This could include, but is not limited to: tops, shirts, or dresses / skirts for students keen to make a full 'look'.
There is also opportunity for more advanced learners to add textile or embellishment to their designs, this can be discussed with your tutor on commencing the course.
Please note we are currently unable to offer the making of trousers, or sportswear on this course.
How to book
To book on any of our Art & Design short courses, please complete an online booking form and make payment for the relevant course via our online shop. Please note your place on the course cannot be confirmed until we have received payment in full and a completed booking form.
| Course Code | Start Date | End Date | Venue | Study Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARDE023A.FC | 11/01/2024 | 21/03/2024 | Ware Campus | Part Time | Click here to book |
For further details regarding the booking process please see FURTHER INFORMATION section below.
Entry requirements
This couse is designed for those who have completed our Introduction to Pattern Cutting short course.
For those who are more experienced in drafting a made to measure block, direct entry will be considered following an informal interview.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring the following with you to the course: note/sketch book and pencils, pins, dressmaking shears, PatternMaster, and tailors chalk.
Students will also need to provide their own woven (non stretch) fabric.
Optional extras: embroidery thread, beads.
The course takes place in our fashion studios with access to industrial and domestic sewing machines, with advantages that both machines offer. It is useful but not essential to have access to a sewing machine at home.
Fee Information
£160 for the 10 week block.
Pattern paper, card and midweight calico are included in the course fee.
These fees are indicative of the 2024-25 costs and may be subject to change
Further Information
This course is scheduled on a Thursday evening, 19:00 - 21:00, at our Ware Campus.
All our Art & Design Short Courses are for aged 18+ unless otherwise specified.
How to book
To book on any of our Art & Design short courses, please complete an online booking form and make payment for the relevant course via our online shop. Please note your place on the course cannot be confirmed until we have received payment in full and a completed booking form.
The Department will contact you with start-up instructions approximately 1 week before the start of the course.
All our Art & Design short courses run subject to reaching minimum numbers. In the event we are unable to run the course you are booked on to, you will be offered a space on an alternative course or a full refund of the course fee.
We endeavour to remove our courses from the website once courses are full, in the unlikely event you are able to submit a booking and pay for a course that is full, you will be offered a space on an alternative course or a full refund of the course fee.
For further information please contact the Information Centre by email on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or to speak to an advisor please call 01992 411411.
