Results for
Leisure
»
Art & Craft
»
Needles, Threads & Textiles

Location

Dressmaking - Beginner/Refresher

Learn to make clothes of your choice for yourself and your family in both woven and stretch fabric. Some machines avilable. Course description This class is for beginners and those with some experience. You can expect to complete a couple of projects of your choice during the course. We have programmed the course to give beginners the opportunity to discuss with Sue the type of garments they want to…

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Private Address, Moonah » Monday 19 Oct 09, 6:30 PM (commenced)

Additional information

This is a 20-hour class scheduled over 8 weeks. Class dates and times may be varied by agreement between the tutor and the students at or after the first session.

Contact details

For further information about this class, please contact the Hobart Adult Education Centre on 03 6233 7243 or email AdultEd.South@education.tas.gov.au.

Price
$157.30 (inc GST ) / $137.50 / $116.60
Starts
Mon 19 Oct 09, 6:30 PM
Sessions
8
Finishes
Mon 7 Dec 09, 9:00 PM
Private Address, Moonah

Dressmaking - Sunday

Make clothes of your choice for yourself and family in woven and stretch fabric. Some machines available. Course description This class is for beginners and those with some experience. You can expect to complete a couple of projects of your choice during the course. We have programmed the course to give beginners the opportunity to discuss with Sue the type of garments they want to make and for Sue…

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Hobart AE Centre » Sunday 1 Nov 09, 9:30 AM (completed)

Contact details

For further information about this class, please contact the Hobart Adult Education Centre on 03 6233 7243 or email AdultEd.South@education.tas.gov.au.

Price
$122.10 (inc GST ) / $107.80 / $92.40
Starts
Sun 1 Nov 09, 9:30 AM
Sessions
4
Finishes
Sun 22 Nov 09, 1:00 PM (completed)
Hobart AE Centre

Purlers Knitting Group

Looking for a community project, then this group is for you. Using materials donated to the group you will be able to knit jumpers, beanies, mittens or blanket panels that will be used for various projects such as the Guardian Angel program and other programmes that will distribute your work. In each session you will meet with people who have interests such as your own, knit, chat and have a cup of…

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Burnie AE Centre » Wednesday 1 Jul 09, 10:00 AM (commenced)

Important information

  • This is a Free Class

Contact details

For further information about this class, please contact Adult Education Burnie (03) 6434 6282 or email AdultEd.Burnie@education.tas.gov.au

Price
$0.00 ( GST exempt )
Starts
Wed 1 Jul 09, 10:00 AM
Sessions
6
Finishes
Wed 2 Dec 09, 1:00 PM
Burnie AE Centre

Starting Points in Textile Design

Course description Simple techniques and ideas for developing textile design using threads, fibres and fabrics. The focus will be on colouring, stitching and embellishing. Stitch by hand or bring your sewing machine or embellisher. Embellisher available for class. What your course will cover Working with visual diaries, recording, collecting, simplifying and interpreting design ideas. Colouring…

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Kingston AE Centre » Saturday 21 Nov 09, 10:00 AM (completed)

Contact details

For further information about this class, please contact Adult Education, Kingston on (03)62118549 or email dianne.rupe@education.tas.gov.au or sonya.moon@education.tas.gov.au.

Price
$135.30 (inc GST ) / $115.50 / $126.50
Starts
Sat 21 Nov 09, 10:00 AM
Sessions
2
Finishes
Sun 22 Nov 09, 4:00 PM (completed)
Kingston AE Centre

Bobbin Lacemaking - An Introduction

Learn about and practice the traditional art of bobbin lacemaking with an experienced crafter and teacher. All equipment supplied. Course description A brief history of bobbin lacemaking. Equipment – where to buy it, and its uses in the art of bobbin lacemaking. What to bring notebook and pen your lunch 50c for tea/coffee Important information: Children must not…

Crochet Basics

In this course you will learn the basic stitches of crochet which will give you the skills to create your own items. Course description basic crochet stitches which crochet hooks to use and with which type of yarn reading and following basic commercial patterns. This will include understanding the difference between American/British/Australian terminologies If you have any crochet…

Dressmaking for Yourself

Please note this class starts Tuesday 6th October. Course description A starting point for an absolute beginner or expert help for those who can sew! Learn to take personal measurements to guide you in purchasing your suitable pattern size; alter commercial patterns for a personal fit; sewing stretch, woven or fine fabrics; the correct threads and needles; getting the best from your machine and…

Embroidery Stitches - Intermediate

Having learnt over 100 basic embroidery stitches in the first class student will now learn how to incorporate these stitches into a design, and also learn at least 5 more stitches or combining stitches. Course description experience working with: stranded and perle cotton crewel wool 4 mm + 7 mm silk ribbon silk threads beads stitches in this class will include Pistil, Blanket,…

Hooked Floor Rug

Learn how to make a lovely warm hooked wool rug. Design and start making your own. Some materials covered by your course fee. Course description Learn the techniques associated with making a hook rug. Joanne suggests working on a piece 1 metre square or 90×120cm. Wool will be available on the day and is included in the price of the course. Joanne will discuss design ideas. You will start (but…

Maintenance on Your Clothing & Household Items

Discover how easy it is to replace zips, sew on buttons, take up hems on jeans and trousers, resew split seams and frayed edges etc. Course Description how to replace a zip, repair tears and split seams how to take up hems on jeans and trousers What you can hope to achieve knowledge and confidence to be able to maintain your clothing and household items What to bring…

show more courses...

 

Need help finding courses?

If you are looking for a specific class, click More Options, enter a keyword and a postcode, then click Go.

If you want to browse our courses, under your general area of interest (Leisure, Life Skills or Work), click a region, then work your way through subjects to view classes on offer.

For more help click here