Sewing Machine Skills - Entry 3 Award

This course introduces you to the essential skills and techniques used in needle and textile crafts, helping you build confidence through simple, guided projects. You’ll learn how to select the right fabrics, threads, and tools for different tasks, as well as how to thread needles, apply basic stitches, measure and mark materials, and handle textile equipment safely. Whether you’re repairing, upcycling, or creating something new, the course gives you a strong foundation in practical skills that you can use at home or in future craft projects.

Throughout the course, you will have the chance to explore your creativity, develop your own ideas, and work at a pace that suits you. You’ll also learn how to review your finished work, identify what went well, and recognise areas for improvement. With friendly guidance and plenty of hands on practice, this course supports not just skill development but also wellbeing, self expression, and confidence in your own making abilities.

 

This course is subsidised by Government funding so you should aim to attend the whole workshop.

There are no pre-course sessions or interviews in order to enrol on this course.

 

Please note: you can only enrol on one of the following courses as they access the same qualification.

 

Art & Crafts – Entry 3 Award

Sewing Machine Skills – Entry 3 Award

You will be working towards a Gateway Qualification during this course, which means you will need to build a portfolio of evidence that showcases the work you complete.

This course is ideal for anyone who enjoys being creative with fabrics and wants to build confidence in basic needle and textile craft skills. It is designed for beginners who may be new to sewing or textile work, as well as those who want to refresh their skills and explore simple, guided projects.

To get the most out of the course, you must already be able to thread your own sewing machine and use it independently, as this will allow you to focus on developing your stitching techniques, handling fabrics safely, and completing your craft tasks with confidence. Whether you’re interested in repairing, upcycling, or creating your own textile pieces, this course offers a supportive and enjoyable space to develop your abilities.

You will need to bring your own sewing machine to the course, as working with your own equipment will help you understand how it operates and allow you to continue sewing confidently at home. Please make sure your machine is in safe, good working condition and remember to bring the user manual.

You will also need a basic sewing kit, and your tutor will give guidance during the first session on what items are most suitable. Before purchasing any expensive materials or tools, please speak with your tutor for advice. As the course progresses, you will be expected to buy your own materials for the projects you choose to make.

You will need to provide the fabric and materials for your chosen project item. A notebook and pen may also be useful for recording techniques, ideas, and feedback.

During the first session, your tutor may discuss any additional materials that would be helpful to bring if you have them available.

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English, maths and computing skills: all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.

Refunds: please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions or in our brochure.

Attendance: before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.

Places on courses: many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.

Fully funded learners: if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.

Home study: you will be required to do significant study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.

Qualification Levels: there is further information about qualification levels on our website.

Proof of identity: please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.

Off-site activities: with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.

Parking at centres: parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.

Refreshments: tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.

Unspent Criminal Convictions we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions.

If you have any accessibility or disability issues that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail enquiries@salbcp.com. All enquiries are treated in confidence.