• Week 1: Intro, H&S, fabrics, tools + start portfolio/project brief
• Week 2: Sewing machine basics + seams & construction
• Week 3: Hemming, finishing & fastenings
• Week 4: Project planning, brief, pattern, measuring, cutting
• Week 5: Construction, finishing & assessment/review

Learners will have access to specialist Fashion & Textiles workshops equipped with sewing machines, pressing equipment and a range of hand tools. Studio spaces support creative exploration and safe working practices.

Teaching will take place through practical demonstrations, guided workshops and individual support. 

Assessment is based on practical work and the completion of a sewn item, alongside evidence of using at least two sewing skills or techniques, in line with Agored unit CDE872 requirements.

Administration Fee: £10.00

Awarding Organisation Fee: £20.00

Course Fee: £65.00

• Must have a good understanding of English literacy and numeracy.
• Must have access to time outside of class to be able to continue developing portfolio.
• Access to a sewing machine outside of class is preferable but not required.

• The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
• Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
• Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
• All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
• Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers
• Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.