Soft Furnishings and Home Crafts for Winter

Soft Furnishing and Home Crafts for Winter
Who is the course for?
This brand new course is suitable for all learners who would like to extend their creativity by
learning about Soft Furnishings and Home Crafts. Be inspired to learn new skills and create
beautiful accessories for you and your home or as gifts for the Christmas season. The course will
introduce you to a variety of quick and easy craft projects.
What are the entry requirements?
This is a great course designed for anyone with a basic knowledge of sewing and a love of fabric
and crafts. You will be amazed at what you can achieve.
What will I study?
By the end of the course you should be able to do the following:
Understand how to take accurate measurements
Design and create a professionally crafted home accessory
Select the most appropriate fabrics and colours for your project.
Discover simple techniques to create beautiful accessories with a professional finish
Understand how to use a range of specialist tools, methods and techniques
Know how to use a sewing machine and overlocker safely
With support– cut fabric correctly and accurately, avoiding waste
Basic techniques may include sewing, knitting, mosaic, crochet, wire-work and printing. Projects may include curtains, cushion covers, table cloths, candle-holders, Christmas gifts, cards, decorations, gift bags and anything else you may like to try.
How is the course taught?
The tutor will do an initial assessment (an individual learning plan) to discover your starting point, find out what you want to get out of the course, take any previous knowledge you have into account, and plan how best to support you. She will demonstrate techniques, show inspiring examples and provide handouts to support your learning. You will learn by experience, demonstration, group work - and practice! You will learn how to set up and use a sewing machine/overlocker safely, and how to make a simple garment.
How will I be assessed?
Your progress will be reviewed by regular feedback from the tutor, discussions, self-assessment, group and peer work as well as the finished garments.
By the end of the course what vocational skills will I obtain?
Sewing and design skills
What materials do I need for the course?
Please refer to the brochure/website for full details of fees and concessions.
Pattern paper is provided, however you will need to supply your own fabrics, threads, bobbin and
other sewing equipment according to the garment you decide to make. The tutor will discuss costs with you at the first session– please bring a notebook and pen with you for the first class.

Fee information

Accredited courses

Fee A

Full Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment)

Fee B

If you are:

• aged 16-18 years old on an accredited course
• on Job Seeker's Allowance or on Employment Support Allowance (Work-Related Activity Group)
• unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit (or are dependent of someone who is unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit) and sign a Declaration of Intention to enter employment
• aged 19-23 studying for a first full Level 2 qualification and do not already have a full Level 2 qualification or equivalent
• aged 19-24 studying for a first full Level 3 qualification and you do not already have a full Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• studying GCSE English or maths and do not already have a grade C or above
• studying an accredited English or maths course
• studying an entry or Level 1 accredited course and are aged 19-23 and have prior attainment below full Level 2. (This does not apply to ESOL courses)
• taking part in a Family Learning activity

Fee C

Exam fees are non-refundable and payable at enrolment. In some cases exam fees are to be confirmed.

*first £40 of the exam fee applies.

Non-accredited coursesFee AFull Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment).Fee BLearners who are working and are in receipt of means tested benefits other than JSA/ESA e.g. housing benefit, council tax benefit, income support or pension credit.Fee C

Learners in receipt of 'active' benefits i.e. job seekers allowance, Employment Support allowance (Work Related Activity Group).

or

Learners in receipt of wider benefits (or their unwaged dependant) e.g. council tax benefit, housing benefit, income support, pension guarantee credit who sign to declare that they are intending to enter employment.

You will be required to provide valid proof that you are entitled to receive a free course or a reduced fee at enrolment.

Fee information

Accredited courses

Fee A

Full Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment)

Fee B

If you are:

• aged 16-18 years old on an accredited course
• on Job Seeker's Allowance or on Employment Support Allowance (Work-Related Activity Group)
• unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit (or are dependent of someone who is unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit) and sign a Declaration of Intention to enter employment
• aged 19-23 studying for a first full Level 2 qualification and do not already have a full Level 2 qualification or equivalent
• aged 19-24 studying for a first full Level 3 qualification and you do not already have a full Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• studying GCSE English or maths and do not already have a grade C or above
• studying an accredited English or maths course
• studying an entry or Level 1 accredited course and are aged 19-23 and have prior attainment below full Level 2. (This does not apply to ESOL courses)
• taking part in a Family Learning activity

Fee C

Exam fees are non-refundable and payable at enrolment. In some cases exam fees are to be confirmed.

*first £40 of the exam fee applies.

Non-accredited coursesFee AFull Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment).Fee BLearners who are working and are in receipt of means tested benefits other than JSA/ESA e.g. housing benefit, council tax benefit, income support or pension credit.Fee C

Learners in receipt of 'active' benefits i.e. job seekers allowance, Employment Support allowance (Work Related Activity Group).

or

Learners in receipt of wider benefits (or their unwaged dependant) e.g. council tax benefit, housing benefit, income support, pension guarantee credit who sign to declare that they are intending to enter employment.

You will be required to provide valid proof that you are entitled to receive a free course or a reduced fee at enrolment.