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KS3 Sewing and Textiles Club

KS3 Sewing and Textiles Club

This 24-week program is tailored to meet Key Stage 3 standards, offering students aged 11-14 a comprehensive introduction to hand sewing and textiles. The curriculum focuses on developing foundational sewing skills, exploring various decorative techniques, and fostering creativity. Participants will maintain sketchbooks to document their creative processes, research textile traditions, and plan their projects.

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Department

  • Online School

TimeLine:

Sep 30, 2024 - Jul 25, 2025

Duration:

10 Months

Sessions

24

Language

English

Location

On-Site

Time

12:00 am

Rating:

4.5 (110 ratings)

Price

£20.00 per month

Total Cost:

£200

Key Objectives

  • Master Basic Sewing Skills: Learn essential hand sewing techniques, including stitches and decorative methods.
  • Explore Textiles and Materials: Understand the properties and uses of various fabrics and alternative materials.
  • Foster Creativity: Design and create personalized projects, such as home décor and accessories.
  • Incorporate Cultural Research: Research and apply global textile traditions to enhance project work.
  • Document the Process: Use sketchbooks to track ideas, research, and project development.
  • Develop Precision: Focus on attention to detail and accuracy in sewing and design.
  • Encourage Collaborative and Independent Work: Engage in both group activities and independent projects.
  • Prepare for Advanced Study: Build a foundation for further studies in textiles, fashion, or art.
  • The course includes

  • An opportunity to join a Stewards textile exhibition and win a Stewards Textile Award.
  • Tutor led assessment.
  • Hands on skills, participating in a sunnah martial art.
  • Course Schedule

    Schedule UTC+001
    Saturday11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Description

    This 24-week program is tailored to meet Key Stage 3 standards, offering students aged 11-14 a comprehensive introduction to hand sewing and textiles. The curriculum focuses on developing foundational sewing skills, exploring various decorative techniques, and fostering creativity. Participants will maintain sketchbooks to document their creative processes, research textile traditions, and plan their projects.

     Term 1:

    • Introduction to basic sewing skills and using a sketchbook
    • Exploring fabrics and creating projects
    • Introduction to sewing with different mediums (paper)
    • Exploring sewing as an art form

    Term 2:

    • Introduction to patchwork and quilting techniques
    • Mastering decorative sewing techniques
    • Basic embroidery and embellishment techniques
    • Integrating mixed media into sewing projects

     Term 3:

    • Researching global textiles traditions
    • Creating hand – sewn home decor items
    • Designing and crafting hand – sewn gifts and accessories
    • Final projects and presentation showcase

    Cost: £200 per year, payable in 10 monthly instalments of £20.00.

    Should you require further information on this course, please click on the chat widget at the bottom right corner of the screen to leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

    Requirements

    • Age Group: This course is designed for students aged 11-14 years.
    • Prerequisites: N/A
    • Materials: A3 sketchbook, basic sewing kit (needles, thread thimble), basic pencil case (pencils, ruler, eraser, sharpener) Or you can buy the Stewards Textiles Kit £25 (complete with everything on the list and more)

    Instructor(s)

    Zahra Adio

    Zahra Adio

    4.5 (110 ratings)

    30 Courses • 525,181 students

    Fashion and Textiles student with 6 years+ of sewing experience. Passionate about teaching begining students to sew and make clothes.

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