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Embark on an exciting creative journey that celebrates fashion and
experimentation in a relaxed, eco-friendly environment. In this course, you will
work on a series of fully supported "mini projects" that introduce a variety of
skills and techniques aimed at promoting a more sustainable wardrobe.
Each
week, you will be encouraged to develop and apply your skills through practical
tasks, including:
Make the most of vintage finds, charity shop treasures, and flea market gems
by giving them a second life!
What Topics Are Covered?
The course will focus on using reclaimed and recycled garments to create new clothing and accessories, along with mending and decorative techniques for adapting existing clothing.
Suitable for beginners and anyone wishing to refresh their knowledge
Using reclaimed/recycled garments to create new clothing/accessories, mending and decorative techniques and adapting existing clothing.
You will learn through demonstrations, practical tasks, and experimentation.
Fastenings and threads required for individual projects, tutor will advise if required
Funding
If you are aged 19 or older, and are a UK
national living in the UK or EEA for the last three years, you should be able to
access government funding towards the cost of your course. Your course will
either be free, or partially funded with a small fee to pay.
Free - if you are unemployed, looking for work and claiming benefits; Also, if you are employed & earning below 25k per year.
Partially Funded - if you earn 25,000 or more per year.
Not Funded - if you do not meet the residence requirements. You may be required to pay the full cost of your course, and will not be able to claim any government funding.
We will be able to advise you on your funding eligibility after you
apply, but feel free to give us a call if you'd like to discuss your
circumstances.
The prices listed are the highest possible option - the final price would
be allocated depending on individual circumstances (according to the criteria
above).