Dressmaking And Textiles-Mixed Ability

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Learners will complete a range of garments using commercial patterns. They will continue to develop their skills in machine sewing and learn new sewing techniques. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">The tutor will guide you through every aspect of making a garment, from buying and cutting your pattern; choosing, cutting and matching fabric; assembling your garment; inserting zips and pockets; right through to finishing the final item. The course will feature demonstrations, handouts, and hands-on exercises. </span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><strong><span style="background-color:white"><span style="color:black">This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge.</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Yes, but best to join by week 2 to get the most out of the course-especially if you are a beginner.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Yes. This course is suitable for learners with previous sewing experience.</span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Learners can re-enrol on follow-on course (s). This enables learners to build confidence through practice, leading to independent work.</span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Yes. Learners need to supply own patterns, fabrics, and sewing equipment.</span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Learners will be encouraged to complete work at home to build on the sewing skills learnt during the sessions.</span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Initially, you will need a basic sewing kit (see below). </span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:16px">Scissors</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px">Hand sewing needles and thread</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px">Tape measure</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px">Seam un-picker</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px">Pins</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px">A pencil and note pad will be useful for note taking.  </span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">In addition, at the 1st session you will be given advice to purchase patterns fabric and additional equipment. <strong>Sewing machines are available to use but you may wish to bring your own.</strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Demonstrations and one-on-one support are provided, allowing learners to work at their own pace on their chosen project designs.Demonstrations and one-on-one support are provided, allowing learners to work at their own pace on their chosen project designs.</span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">See list above.</span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Course Cancellations by Us</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Cancellations by You</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           A 10% transfer fee applies.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Illness and Absence</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">How Refunds Are Issued</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Refunds are returned via the original payment method:</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Booked online or by phone ? Refund to the card used.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Paid in person at Stoke Lodge ? Please bring your payment card to the office.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Online Course Access</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">•           No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.</span></span></span></p>