Dressmaking | Beginners and Improvers
Why this course?
Develop your sewing skills and learn how to make your own clothes using a commercial pattern. To start, you will be taught how to thread up a sewing machine, and sew a variety of basic and more decorative seams.
The course will then take you through the whole process of making a garment, including adapting patterns to your shape; sewing darts, pleats and seams; inserting zips; stitching hems; and more.
Overlocking machines are also available for your use.
In addition to the cost fees, students will be required to purchase their own material, pattern and sewing sundries.
Start dates
| Code | Start | Campus | Times | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL0061-1C | 26 Sep 2022 | Central Brighton | Mondays 6.00pm - 8.30pm | 20 weeks | £405.00 | |
| CL0686-1C | 27 Sep 2022 | Central Brighton | Tuesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £243.00 | |
| CL0742-1C | 29 Sep 2022 | Central Brighton | Thursdays 6:00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £243.00 | |
| CL0051-1C | 05 Oct 2022 | Central Brighton | Wednesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm | 20 weeks | £485.00 | |
| CL0689-1C | 17 Jan 2023 | Central Brighton | Tuesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £243.00 | |
| CL0701-1C | 19 Jan 2023 | Central Brighton | Thursdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £243.00 | |
| CL0674-1C | 17 Apr 2023 | Central Brighton | Mondays 6.00pm - 8.30pm | 10 weeks | £218.00 | |
| CL0690-1C | 18 Apr 2023 | Central Brighton | Tuesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £250.00 | |
| CL0707-1C | 20 Apr 2023 | Central Brighton | Thursdays 6:00pm - 9.00pm | 10 weeks | £243.00 |
Course content
New to dressmaking, or just looking to improve?
Develop your sewing skills and learn how to make your own clothes using a commercial pattern. To start, you will be taught how to thread up a sewing machine, and sew a variety of basic and more decorative seams.
The course will then take you through the whole process of making a garment, including:
- Adapting patterns to your shape
- Sewing darts
- Pleats
- Seams
- Inserting zips
- Stitching hems
Overlocking machines are also available for your use.
Why the MET?
- Online access to course documents, resources and study support through the MET’s virtual learning environment
- High-quality learning resource centres providing library and computing facilities
- Access to the MET’s student services, including career advice and additional learning support
- Cafés and coffee bars with a wide range of reasonably priced meals, snacks and drinks
Course fees
Discounted fees
This course is eligible for a 50% discount if you are in receipt of certain benefits. Find out more about the eligibility criteria and how to apply for this discount here.
International students
If you are an international student (you don't hold UK Settlement Status), different fees apply. Please click here to read more and find out how to apply.
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This course is designed for beginners or those with a basic knowledge of sewing. Students will learn how to use a sewing machine, construct a simple garment and choose commercial patterns, fabric and haberdashery.