Sydney Community College

This course is a practical workshop where students are exposed to techniques and skills through demonstration and then practicing example with one-on-one guidance and tuition. Subjects covered range from basic fashion head and body, through to fabric rendering and presentation. If you want to learn Fashion Illustration in Sydney, then this course is for you. © Michelle Ker Agenda During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in th... [More]

This is an essential course for everyone wishing to learn to sew. This course covers machine set-up, maintenance of equipment and trouble shooting, how to control your machine and get to know it’s stitch capabilities. You will also learn about different seams and finishes, pattern cutting and by the end of the course you will have made a complete garment using all the skills you have learnt throughout the course. This course will have you well on the way to altering, repairing and p... [More]

This one day course is for those creative people who lack the time to do the longer courses and want to learn the basic skills to get them through to be able to draw their own design ideas & /or is a “refresher” or “taste” of what to expect in the full time Fashion Illustration course, This course is a practical workshop where students are exposed to techniques and skills through demonstration and then practicing example with one-on-one guidance and tuition. Subjects covered range f... [More]

This is an extension ‘Sewing Essentials’ course. This course will encompass a variety of new machine techniques and garment finishes that can be used to create professionally made garments. As more advanced applications will be covered such as zippers, buttonholes, facings, bindings and elastic uses, a far greater range of garments will be achievable for the novice sewer. All techniques will be practiced at each session on small fabric samples which will enable students to create a ... [More]

This is a beginner’s pattern making course for anyone who is already a confident sewer, but wishes to design their own garments and not be restricted to purchasing commercial patterns. This course covers body analysis, correct measurement taking, garment fitting, block creation to suit the individual’s measurements and using basic pattern blocks to create different patterns. You will be limited only to your imagination. This course will have you well on the way to designing your own... [More]

Enrol in our Fabric Printing course and learn the fine points of Fabric Printing and Design with Sydney Community College your centre for continuing education in Sydney. More affordable than university continuing education or TAFE plus. In this hands-on course you will explore a variety of printing and colour application techniques and create your own fabulous designs on fabric. No previous design or printing experience required. Printing inks and most equipment supplied. If you wan... [More]

Learn to create what is probably the most controversial garment in the history of fashion – the corset. Starting with your basic machine sewing knowledge the course will lead you through the basic steps in creating a fashion satin corset including taking measurements, pattern alteration, fitting and finishing off your individually tailored and boned bodice to wear. Learn about the garments history and be surprised at how easy and fun producing a corset is. Keep it plain to wear with... [More]

If you want to learn Sewing lingerie in Sydney, then this course is for you. Short course in lingerie making in Sydney. In this class the students will be taught the basic skills in creating a finished lingerie products using fine laces, elastics and 2 way stretch fabrics. Students will make a finished item of their choice (3 to choose from) French knickers, half-slip, and camisole or depending on the students qualification all three items may be completed within the given time. The... [More]

Get ahead and make a hat! There will be an opportunity to make both a fascinator or pillbox, and a straw or felt hat for yourself. You will cover many aspects of millinery to enable you to create and trim your own hats. If you want to learn about Millinery in Sydney, then this course is for you. Agenda During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the variable nature of Adult Education classes, parts of ... [More]

The course you have been waiting for. All basic materials are provided for this class and included in the course fee. Agenda. The following topics will be covered during the course. It is desirable to have completed the Introduction to Millinery Workshop or to have had some previous millinery experience . Week 1 Materials Tools for millinery Safety Block Foundation for Cocktail hat Week 2 Shape, wire and cover a Cocktail Hat Making Silk Bias Binding Week 3 Begin wire work project De... [More]