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Sewing into Business - Trafford
Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:Wed 22/01/2025 -
Thu 15/05/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:28 sessionsLocation:St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GXTutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00016054How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Textiles and Fashion: Intermediate Dressmaking
Discover the wonderful world of the sewing with this sewing and dressmaking course.
It will help you to develop your craft in textile and fashion and dressmaking.
Whether you have studied sewing before or you are completely new to it,
You will find value in this sewing course.
Develop your ̨Íåswag to Improve the sewing, measuring and adjustment ̨Íåswag needed to make and finish garments, and improve your knowledge of fabrics.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your sewing journey today by registering for this course and discover where your sewing journey takes you!
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Dates:Mon 27/01/2025 -
Mon 23/06/2025Times:12:15pm - 3:00pmDuration:19 sessionsLocation:Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BXTutor:Mona NashedCourse code:Q00013012How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £219.45
Textiles and Fashion: Intermediate Soft Furnishing
Discover the wonderful world of the sewing with this sewing and dressmaking course.
It will help you to develop your craft in textile and fashion.
Whether you have studied sewing before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this intermediate sewing course.
On this course, you will develop your ̨Íåswag to learn the ̨Íåswag needed to make and finish cushions, curtains, duvet covers or other soft furnishing projects, and improve your knowledge of fabrics.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your sewing journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Tue 28/01/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025Times:12:15pm - 3:00pmDuration:21 sessionsLocation:Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BXTutor:Mona NashedCourse code:Q00013050How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £219.45
Textiles and Fashion: Advanced Sewing Projects
Discover the wonderful world of the sewing with this advanced sewing course.
It will help you to develop your craft in textile and fashion.
Whether you have studied sewing before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this intermediate sewing course.
On this course, you will develop your ̨Íåswag in advanced sewing. This course is aimed at confident sewing students. You will develop higher level sewing and textile ̨Íåswag and be able to choose, document and finish your own sewing projects to a professional level under supervision.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your sewing journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Wed 29/01/2025 -
Wed 11/06/2025Times:9:00am - 11:45amDuration:20 sessionsLocation:Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BXTutor:Mona NashedCourse code:Q00013062How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £207.90
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Craft: Creative Crafts for Wellbeing (Creative Painting)
Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation. This creativity course allows you to explore your art ̨Íåswag to find practices that soothe you. This creative painting course can help you find a relaxing hobby.
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Dates:Tue 18/02/2025 -
Tue 11/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Victoria Park The Green House
Victoria Park
Anglesea Road
Portsmouth
PO1 3HJTutor:Janice ParfootCourse code:Q00013120How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Craft: Introduction to Drawing
This drawing course is for beginners who wish to find out about the basic ̨Íåswag of drawing. The course content will cover a range of drawing techniques whilst investigating the qualities of the drawing materials. You will learn about expressive mark-making, quick timed sketching, contour drawing, tonal drawing whilst recording from primary and secondary resources. You will be discovering the importance of line, tone, cross hatching, shape, pattern, and texture and how to scale up using a grid system. You will be using a variety of media which will include, pencils, fine liners, chalk, and charcoal pencils.
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Dates:Tue 18/02/2025 -
Tue 11/03/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Victoria Park The Green House
Victoria Park
Anglesea Road
Portsmouth
PO1 3HJTutor:Janice ParfootCourse code:Q00013115How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Employability & ̨Íåswag
Attend our Employability course and boost your ̨Íåswag for work. If you’re entering the workforce for the first time or after a long break, this course can teach you essential ̨Íåswag employers look for and prepare you for the transition. Learn basic ̨Íåswag for jobs in any sector as well as key soft ̨Íåswag for your CV. Feel confident stepping into the workforce. This course will provide you with the soft ̨Íåswag required to get that job and give you the confidence and self esteem to sell what you have to offer to potential employers. Learning will take place in a relaxed environment with other like-minded learners, led by our expert tutor.
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Dates:Fri 21/02/2025 -
Fri 14/03/2025Times:10:30am - 1:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Samantha SinghCourse code:Q00016719How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Step into Care
The "Step Into Care" level 1 study program is designed to provide foundational knowledge and ̨Íåswag for individuals pursuing a career in the care sector. Covering essential topics such as working in care, mental health awareness, stress awareness, infection prevention and control, and CV and interview preparation, this comprehensive program equips learners with the tools needed to succeed in social care roles. Ideal for beginners, this program fosters both personal and professional development in a supportive learning environment. This course is in partnership with the DWP and upon successful completion of the course you will be invited to an interview for a potential job role within care.
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Dates:Mon 24/02/2025 -
Thu 27/03/2025Location:Hull CVS
The Strand
75 Beverley Road
Hull
HU3 1XLCourse code:P00000110How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Sewing into Business - Rochdale
Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:Tue 25/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Rochdale Training
Fishwick Street
Rochdale
OL16 5NATutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00016051How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Personal Development: Public speaking
Unleash your inner speaker. On this 7-Week Public Speaking Journey
This course will empower you to conquer your public speaking fears and deliver impactful presentations with confidence. You'll master the fundamentals of public speaking, gain practical experience through peer feedback sessions, and develop the ̨Íåswag to captivate any audience.
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Dates:Wed 26/02/2025 -
Wed 02/04/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016745How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80