Tailoring and Alterations for Beginners
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- Proof of Completion - Free
- Certificate of Achievement - £18.99
- ICOES Digital Certificate - £23.99
- ICOES Certificate - Hard Copy - £29.99
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - £39.99
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Overview
Do you have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Nothing fits properly? Sleeves are too long, shirts are too baggy and you trip over the hems of your jeans.
This video course is tailor-made for you. Watch sewing supremo Carale Bowe show you how to make clothes that fit and flatter in easy steps.
Learn how to use a sewing machine to make your ill-fitting clothes suit you to a T. This tailoring course enables you to:
- Use sewing techniques and stitches to make clothes fit
- Have a closet full of clothes that look like they were made to measure
- Given new life to old clothes you thought you’d never wear again
- Upcycle any secondhand or vintage clothes
- Buy thrift clothes and tailor them to fit
- Repair and repurpose clothes
- Tailor children’s clothes so they’re proud to wear hand-me-downs
- Keep your favorite garments in your closet for longer and out of the landfill
- Save money and get a unique look from store-bought clothes
BONUS:
As part of your 1 FREE month membership access, you also gain free access to 300+ professional and personal development certified courses.
KEY COURSE BENEFITS:
- Course access: 60 Days - Study at your own pace
- Internationally-recognised CPD accredited course
- Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country
Certificates
Proof of Completion
Digital certificate - Included
Certificate of Achievement
Digital certificate - £18.99
ICOES Digital Certificate
Digital certificate - £23.99
ICOES Certificate - Hard Copy
Hard copy certificate - £29.99
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Digital certificate - £39.99
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Description
Know how to make clothes that fit and flatter with tailoring skills taught by sewing supremo Carale Bowe.
This video course is tailor-made for you. Watch sewing supremo Carale Bowe show you how to make clothes that fit and flatter in easy steps.
Known as Stylish Dad (check him out, he really is), he teaches regular guys, like us, to stitch. His followers make their shirts fit snugly, save cash and love to show off their handiwork on social media. You can join them!
Knowing how to tailor your own clothes is one of the smartest and most economical things you can learn to do.
Nobody wants to waste money by buying clothes which never leave the closet. Confidently get the skills to know how to adapt your clothes so they fit properly. You’ll also know how to use a sewing machine and change the settings and stitch tension so you never have to unpick stitches or get frustrated trying to make your machine work properly. There’s so much more to this course than tailoring. Grow your confidence by feeling and looking fab in your clothes.
Tailoring and Alterations for Beginners Course Syllabus
Module 1: Getting Started
- 1.1. Meet your instructor: Carale Bowe, tailoring instructor and YouTuber
- 1.2. Finding the right type of machine for you
- 1.3. Setting up your sewing station
- 1.4. Getting to know and setting up your sewing machine
- 1.5. Practicing stitches
Module 2: You’re A Tailor, Harry!
- 2.1. All the basic tailoring terminology you need to talk like a real tailor!
- 2.2. Essential sewing machine settings
- 2.3. Stitch tension explained for beginners
- 2.4. Beginner Sewing Project 1: Pinning and sewing a perfectly straight stitch
- 2.5. Beginner Sewing Project 2: How to sew a zigzag stitch
Module 3: Transforming Tops
- 3.1. Slimming a T-shirt for a great look
- 3.2. Shortening T-shirt sleeves: easy shortcuts
- 3.3. Shortening a T-shirt so it fits you!
- 3.4. Slimming a dress shirt for both women and men
- 3.5. Nailing dress shirt darts every time
Module 4: Better Bottoms
- 4.1. How to taper dress pants the easy way
- 4.2. How to taper jeans exactly how you like them
- 4.3. Hem Method for Jeans 1: The original method
- 4.4. Hem Method for Jeans 2: The new method
- 4.5. Taking in the waist of jeans and bringing them to life
Module 5: Essential Dress Alterations
- 5.1. Dress Alterations 1: Waists
- 5.2. Dress Alterations 2: Hemming
- 5.3. Dress Alterations 3: Darts
- 5.4. Altered sweaters - simply
- 5.5. Kids’ clothing - how to work small and succeed
- 5.6. Go forth and alter! Thank you and good bye
Who is this course for?
- Literally everyone. We all have clothes which are too long or too loose and we’d love them to fit us like a glove
- Anyone who loves secondhand or vintage clothes and wants to be able to alter them to fit
- Anyone embracing a more sustainable lifestyle and wants to give a new look to old clothes
- Anyone who has a sewing machine they bought or inherited which is collecting dust because they don’t know how to use it
- Fashionistas can confidently buy chainstore clothes and adapt them so they look high-end
- Do you have a sewing machine but you’re frightened of using it? You’re scared of ruining your clothes! Not any more
Requirements
This Tailoring course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Career path
- You could add a side hustle adapting and tailoring clothes for neighbors and friends
- You may develop a keen interest in sewing, tailoring or designing clothes
- This is a great skill for lifestyle, fashion or sustainable living bloggers who can show off their new-found skills with a sewing machine
Questions and answers
How is this course different to the one by Trendimi. With the same teacher and same curriculum?
Answer:Hello, Thank you for your interest in our course. Please note that both North Royal Group (International Open Academy) and Trendimi Limited are under one Corporation, they are sister companies and as such, there are some courses that we would be shared in both platforms and others that are original to each brand. Annika - IOA Team
This was helpful.Do you need equipment before you begin and if so what will I need
Answer:Thank you for your query, Jo. No need for equipment to begin our Tailoring and Alterations for Beginners course. If necessary, the author will provide a materials list. After completing the course, you can buy additional products/materials based on your specific needs. Best wishes, The International Open Academy team.
This was helpful.What are the days and times of the course
Answer:Thank you for your message, Jo! We appreciate your interest in our courses. The course is available on a Virtual Campus, which you can activate within 12 months of registration. Once activated, you'll have 60 days of access. There are no specific days and times for the course so you can study at your convenience. For study time extensions, a small fee applies. Kind regards, The International Open Academy team.
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