Key Facts
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Starting
22 Sep 2026- Location
- Tooting
- Start Time
- 10:00
- End Time
- 12:30
- Duration
- 9 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 22 Sep 2026
- Level
- Entry Level
- Code
- TABX258TL
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 146.25
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Starting
22 Sep 2026- Location
- Tooting
- Start Time
- 13:00
- End Time
- 15:30
- Duration
- 9 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 22 Sep 2026
- Level
- Entry Level
- Code
- TABX259TL
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 146.25
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Starting
13 Apr 2027- Location
- Tooting
- Start Time
- 10:00
- End Time
- 12:30
- Duration
- 9 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 13 Apr 2027
- Level
- Entry Level
- Code
- TABX263TL
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 146.25
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Starting
13 Apr 2027- Location
- Tooting
- Start Time
- 13:00
- End Time
- 15:30
- Duration
- 9 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Tuesday
- Start Date
- 13 Apr 2027
- Level
- Entry Level
- Code
- TABX264TL
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 146.25
Clothes Making Skills
Further broaden your sewing skills and let your creativity flow. In this course you'll learn how to make clothes to a high standard, including couture techniques to make your projects unique and exciting.
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Entry Requirements
2nd floor sewing room 223 9 sessions at the Tooting Centre 13.30 to 16:00 pm. Fridays. What is needed for the course:- Tape measure
- Sharp 2H pencil (preferably mechanical pencils with a 0.5mm or 0.7mm lead)
- Rubber
- Sharpener
- Glue
- Sellotape
- Paper scissor
- Pattern notchers (optional)
- Tracing wheel (optional)
- French curve or a set square (optional)
- A4 ring binder
- X 10 A4 plastic wallets
- A5 notebook
- Black or blue biro
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Course Content
By the end of the course, you'll be able to:*Create a range of garments, including tops, skirts, trousers, jackets, and dresses, using intermediate to advanced construction techniques.
*Select and adapt suitable patterns and fabrics to suit individual designs and garment styles.
*Identify and apply advanced sewing methods such as bias binding, French seams, jet and welt pockets, pleats, and pin-tucks with precision and confidence.
*Employ specialist hand-finishing skills, including the creation of handmade buttonholes and fine detail work for a professional-quality finish.
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Progression Next Steps
TABX261TL (2526) - Clothes Making Skills (T2D). You might explore other clothes-making, textile or craft courses at South Thames College. You might go onto employment in a business that makes or alters garments; or build your own self employed clothes making business. -
Additional Information
All courses run subject to demand and the content listed here should be used as a guide only. Course content may vary according to a range of factors such as course duration, campus, teaching staff and requirements from awarding bodies. Check our course and fee guidelines for further details. If you are on a low wage, unemployed or claim Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) then you can have a reduction. -
Course Structure
This course runs over nine weeks, with sessions held each Monday. It introduces learners to the fundamentals of garment making, including basic techniques, pattern reading, fabric handling, and finishing skills. Each session combines tutor demonstration, guided practice, and individual project work. -
Assessment Details
Assessment is on-going with teacher feedback, self assessment and individual learning plans. -
Teaching and Learning
Learning takes place through a mix of demonstrations, guided practice, and individual project work. You will have the opportunity to plan and create your own soft furnishing projects under the guidance of an experienced tutor. There will be time in each session for discussion, feedback, and developing your practical techniques.
