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Overview
On this Sewing Techniques - Methods for Professional Finishing course at Nottingham Trent University, you’ll progress through each of the sewing techniques, practicing how to make a collar, cuffs, button stands, sleeves, plackets and button holes in calico fabric.
What you’ll study
During the course, you will:
- learn about grain lines, fabrics and their suitability to different projects
- cut, lay, fold and bias cut on reverse fabrics
- fuse fabrics, and learn why fabrics are fused differently
- use an over-locker, and learn (or remind yourself) how to set one up
- make buttonholes and understand different buttonhole construction
- sew and assemble a shirt from start to finish in calico.
You’ll be introduced to the techniques through group demonstrations, handling samples, paper-based instructions and one-to-one feedback.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Shirt Project
- Collar and Collar Stand
- Shoulders and Yolk
- Trouser Project
- Pockets
- Belt loops
- Waistband
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Level: Beginner/Intermediate
- Entry requirement: You should have already made a few basic garments, and feel confident using a sewing machine and working from a commercial paper pattern.
- You must be over the age of 18 to attend this course.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents695 GBP / full≈ 695 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents695 GBP / full≈ 695 GBP / full
Living costs
Nottingham
United Kingdom
583 - 978 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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