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Introduction to Sewing Swimwear
Do you struggle to find swimwear that is comfortable, functional and in a fabric that you like? If the answer is yes, this course could be for you.

The course is designed for learners with a good knowledge of sewing but with no experience in making swimwear. The course will include a copy of the pattern in your size. You will be required to measure yourself prior to the course. Further details of how to do this will be sent to you once you have enrolled.

On this class you will learn:
- How to make pattern alterations to get the right fit for you.
- Cutting and sewing super stretchy fabrics (perfect for swimwear, but also helpful for activewear and dancewear).
- Sewing with swimwear elastic.
- Finishing your swimwear so it survives the sea and swimming pool.

There will be an option to include bra cups in your swimwear, these will be subject to fitting and may require some amedments.
Prosp User 3
You'll learn the basics of assembling a swimsuit from cutting the pattern, sewing the pieces together, elastic application and the finishing touches!

You must be confident with basic sewing techniques when using a sewing machine.

Skills for self improvement which could lead to further study and/or self employment, or lead onto further education in this subject at York College.
Prosp User 4
You will need to buy your own fabric, elastic and thread, but please wait until you receive instructions and advice from your tutor, before purchasing. This will be sent to you via email prior to the course running.

We advise that you bring your own sewing machine along, so that you gain experience using it. If you are unable to bring your own machine, please let us know at enrolment so that we can prepare one for you.

Please bring your own basic sewing kit including fabric scissors, paper scissors, pins, tape measure, thread etc.

Steam-generated irons, overlockers and a cover stitch machine will be available to use during the session.
Prosp User 5
Prior to the session, you will be sent details of where to buy fabrics, thread and elastic, and we will contact you re sizing for your pattern.
Prosp User 6

In order to support keeping York moving, consider travelling to your course by bus or bike. Click here to check out the bus routes closest to the venue for this course using the iTravel website, or discover York's cycle routes by clicking here.
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As well as learning many exciting skills specific to your course, you will also be evidencing and practising a range of transferable skills.
As well as learning many exciting skills specific to your course, you will also be evidencing and practising a range of transferable skills.
Being able to demonstrate transferable skills will improve your confidence and self-awareness, make you more employable, and help you with further learning and volunteering.
Being able to demonstrate transferable skills will improve your confidence and self-awareness, make you more employable, and help you with further learning and volunteering.
Employers value employees who have strong transferable skills, as they tend to have the tools to help them go beyond their job description.
Employers value employees who have strong transferable skills, as they tend to have the tools to help them go beyond their job description.
Prosp User 8

Learners who live in devolved authorities

Learners who live in devolved authorities
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
If you live in one of these areas we would recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you live in one of these areas we would recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.

Learners under the age of 19

Learners under the age of 19
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
AT2/JW2
20/02/2024
27/02/2024
09:30 - 15:30
Tuesday
6.00 hrs per wk
2 weeks
Kate Unsworth
130.00
No fee reductions apply