Art School: Dressmaking - Woven Fabrics (Intermediate)
This course is designed for learners who already have some basic sewing experience and would like to build on their existing skills.
Students will refine their understanding of fabrics, patterns, fitting, and finishing techniques while working on individual projects that reflect their interests and ability. The course promotes safe sewing studio practice and provides tutor guidance to help learners achieve increasingly professional results and progress towards more challenging dressmaking projects.
Students with their own sewing machine should let their tutor know during the first session. While machines are available in the classroom, using your own domestic machine allows you to become more familiar with its operation and supports continued practice outside of class.
Dates & course durations
16th September 2026, Wednesday evenings, 6.00pm-8.30pm.
13th January 2027, Wednesday evenings, 6.00pm-8.30pm.
Entry requirements
This course is designed for learners who already have some basic sewing experience and would like to build on their existing skills. It offers opportunities to develop greater confidence and accuracy while exploring more advanced dressmaking techniques and garment construction using woven fabrics.
Course units
Students will refine their understanding of fabrics, patterns, fitting, and finishing techniques while working on individual projects that reflect their interests and ability. The course promotes safe sewing studio practice and provides tutor guidance to help learners achieve increasingly professional results and progress towards more challenging dressmaking projects.
Students with their own sewing machine should let their tutor know during the first session. While machines are available in the classroom, using your own domestic machine allows you to become more familiar with its operation and supports continued practice outside of class.
Assessments
There will be no test/examination associated with this course and students will be able to work at their own pace.
Course fees
£315
Contact our Admissions team if you have any course fee-related questions: info@yorkcollege.ac.uk
Study methods
A variety of learning methods will be used including tutor presentation, varied demonstrations and one-to-one personalised guidance. Tuition will be delivered in our specialised workshops.
Facilities
You will also have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.
Additional costs
Calico will be provided to make up your chosen pattern, or you may wish to supply your own fabric. You will need to purchase a pattern your tutor will discuss this with you to make sure you are choosing an appropriate pattern.
Other materials and tools are provided for use in the studio e.g., thread, fabric for samples, etc.
Some courses may require additional study from home, you may need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access teaching and learning. You will be made aware of any additional study time at the time of enrolment.
Course progression
Completion of this course will enable students to progress on to various other Art & Design courses available at York College.
Career progression
You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge in dressmaking to help you progress and develop in a number of job opportunities to suit your personal needs and interests or pursue further simply for pleasure.
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