About Us
Dedicated Fashion Designer
Fashion Designer, Jackie Dublin, has 48+ years of dressmaking experience and provides bespoke bridal and dressmaking services to clients throughout the region.
Simple & Effective Hands On Training
Dressmaking techniques from basic to advance that will improve the lives of single parents (on benefits) and youth
(9-16 years & 17 - 24 years) in the Haringey community, although all are welcome.
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
We are more than a sewing school, we develop and empower students to become the best version of themselves as transforming leaders of society.We are more than a sewing school, we develop and empower students to become the best version of themselves as transforming leaders of society.
COURSE TIMETABLE
Course Timetable
Module 1
INTRODUCTION TO SEWING AND FABRIC
Week 1 & 2
- Your Sewing Machine
- Sewing Machine Operation
- Sewing Aids
- Fibre and Fabrics
- Knits and Patterns
- Fabric Selection
- Preparation & Care
- Special Fabrics
Module 2
CONSTRUCTION OF A GARMENT
Week 3 & 4
- Adjusting the Pattern
- Layout, Cutting and Marking
- Stitching and Seam
- Fitting and Shortcuts
- Darts and Gathers
- Pleats and Plackets
- Facings
- Ruffles and Collars
- Sleeves
Module 3
FINISHING TECHNIQUES
Week 5 & 6
- Pockets
- Cuffs, Sleeve Finishes, Casings and Waistbands
- Belts and Zippers
- Buttonholes and Button Selection
- Closures
- Bias and Bias Binding
- Decorative Trimmings
- Hems and Lining a Garment
- Alterations and Remodeling Old Garments
- Construction Techniques for Women's Pant/Trousers
WEEK 7 - 12: WORKING ON YOUR OWN DESIGNS AND CUSTOMISING OLD GARMENTS INTO SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY OUTFITS FROM NEW SKILLS LEARNT IN THE 1ST 6 WEEKS OF THE COURSE.