Sewing & Clothesmaking
Professional Sewing Skills Short Course Lcf
An intermediate course developing professional sewing techniques for lightweight garments through structured construction practice and sample-making.
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Upcoming classes
6 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29 Sept 2026 Tuesdays | 18:30 - 21:00 | Short course10 weeks | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £950.00 | Book now |
14 Dec 2026 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £950.00 | |
30 Mar 2027 Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:15 | Short course4 days | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £950.00 | |
5 Jul 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £970.00 | |
9 Aug 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £970.00 | |
6 Sept 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | SiawLee Priddle | London College of Fashion105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR | £970.00 |
Tue 29 Sep, 18:30 - 21:00
Book now10 weeks10 weeksTue 18:30£950SiawLee PriddleLondon College of FashionMon 14 Dec, 10:00 - 16:00
5 days5 daysMon 10:00£950SiawLee PriddleLondon College of FashionTue 30 Mar, 10:00 - 17:15
4 days4 daysTue 10:00£950SiawLee PriddleLondon College of FashionMon 5 Jul, 10:00 - 16:00
5 days5 daysMon 10:00£970SiawLee PriddleLondon College of FashionMon 9 Aug, 10:00 - 16:00
5 days5 daysMon 10:00£970SiawLee PriddleLondon College of FashionMon 6 Sep, 10:00 - 16:00
5 days5 daysMon 10:00£970SiawLee PriddleLondon College of Fashion
About this course
The course focuses on constructing lightweight garments using methods associated with high-quality ready-to-wear fashion. Participants work from pre-cut fabric pieces, making individual components before assembling them with attention to accuracy, efficiency and handling. Practical work includes producing sample collections that demonstrate garment construction techniques such as inserting zips, forming sleeve openings and attaching collars. The course is structured and fast-paced, requiring sustained concentration while learners refine their existing sewing skills.
What you'll learn
- Construct lightweight garment components from pre-cut fabric pieces
- Insert zips and create sleeve openings using appropriate sewing techniques
- Attach collars and assemble garment components accurately
- Apply handling methods that improve construction efficiency and finish quality
- Produce sample collections demonstrating key garment construction techniques
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for learners aged 18 and over with intermediate sewing experience who want to develop their work towards a professional standard. Participants should already be able to sew an accurate centimetre seam and make garments from multi-sized patterns, with a reasonable amount of maintained sewing practice.
- Requires an existing foundation in garment sewing
- Suited to learners working beyond fundamental sewing techniques
- Involves fast-paced, focused and consistent participation
- Recommended as a progression from an introductory professional sewing course
Where this course runs
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London College of Fashion, 105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR
105 Carpenters Road, London E20 2AR
Nearest station: Stratford
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