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Zero Waste - Casual Top/Jacket
Zero waste pattern cutting is a little like a puzzle, it’s a method of pattern drafting where you utilize a pre-determined length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that every last scrap of fabric is used. Perfect for the most sustainably minded sewing enthusiast and great for our pocket!

During this workshop we will cut out and make a casual top/jacket with high collar, zip, a range of pockets and drawstring options for the waist and collar.

The casual top/jacket can be made in a range of fabrics including fleece, sweatshirt fabric, repellent cotton/poly cotton, waterproof ripstop or pre quilted fabric.

The informal session allows learners to be inspired by other class members and there will be demonstrations on a variety of techniques by the tutor.

The course is delivered by a tutor who is also a practitioner in the subject and is on hand to teach by a variety of methods including tutor presentation, varied demonstrations and one-to-one personalised guidance.
Prosp User 3
Some basic knowledge of operating a sewing machine is preferable.
Prosp User 4
You will need to bring fabric, zips and haberdashery to complete the project. We will contact you approx. 3 weeks with details of what you need to bring.

Sewing machines, overlockers, a cover stitch machine, a steam generated iron and lots of sewing equipment are available at the venue for learners to use.

You are also welcome to bring along your own sewing machine, but this must be used with a PAT tested extension cable (provided by the venue).
Prosp User 5
Please note, refreshments are not provided as part of the day, but there is a café on site that sells refreshments and food, or you are welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
Prosp User 6

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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.
Attending a dressmaking and sewing class will enable you to develop transferable skills in the following areas: innovation, problem solving, communication, attention to detail, design skills, fine motor skills, dexterity and commercial awareness.

This course provides skills for self-improvement, which could lead to further study and/or a pathway towards self-employment, or lead onto further education in this subject at York College.
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.
AT3/PS7
28/04/2025
29/04/2025
10:30 - 14:30
Monday & Tuesday
4.00 hrs per wk
2 weeks
Kate Unsworth
65.00
£60.00 if in receipt of the State Pension; a 65% discount of the full fee is available for people in receipt of certain means-tested benefits