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Textiles: Upcycle & Repurpose Clothing

Discover top-notch clothes-making courses in Bromley at Bromley Adult Education College. Our textiles courses cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced learners, offering hands-on experience in sewing, embroidery, and garment design. Learn how to upcycle and repurpose clothing, mastering techniques to create stylish and sustainable fashion pieces. Our expert tutors provide personalized instruction, ensuring you gain valuable skills in a supportive environment. Join us and transform your creative ideas into reality. Enrol now and start your journey in the world of textiles and fashion.

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Textiles Course Overview

Join our Textiles course at Bromley Adult Education College and learn how to transform your unwanted clothing into new garments, homeware, and accessories. Gain skills in sewing, embroidery, and visible mending to breathe new life into old items.

Course Details

  • Start Date: 13 September 2024
  • Duration: 12 weeks (Fridays, 09:30 – 12:00)
  • Location: Kentwood Centre, Penge
  • Tutor: Tracyann Little
  • Cost: £201.00 (Concessions available)

What You Will Learn

  • Safe and effective use of a sewing machine
  • Professional skills and techniques in repurposing
  • Current trends and design communication
  • Creating patterns and templates

Who Can Join?

This course is suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced learners. No prior experience is required.

What to Bring

  • Basic sewing kit (tape measure, pins, needles, scissors, threads)
  • Preloved clothing for projects
  • Additional equipment may be needed as advised by the tutor

Additional Information

  • Informal assessments by the tutor
  • Opportunity to progress to other craft and textile courses
  • Sewing machines available on-site; personal machines must be PAT tested

For more information, contact the Kentwood Centre at 020 8659 7976 or the Poverest Centre at 01689 822886. Email: enquiries@baec.ac.uk.

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