Zips Demystified - Sewing Workshop

<p><span style="font-size:16px">A welcoming sewing workshop for learners with some previous sewing experience who want to develop their sewing skills, explore a range of zip insertion techniques, and build confidence in achieving professional-looking finishes under tutor guidance.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Discover simple tips and techniques to make installing zips easier and more professional. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Starting with a regular zip and progressing to more advanced invisible zips, you will learn how to use the essential tools and methods needed to sew zips with confidence. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">The tutor will demonstrate each technique step by step in a supportive and friendly environment, with plenty of opportunities to practise using the materials provided. Ongoing one-to-one support will help you develop the skills and confidence to successfully insert a variety of zips into your own sewing projects.</span></p>

<p>No.</p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Yes. This is not suitable for complete beginners.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Learners can enrol on other sewing courses and workshops at Stoke Lodge.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No. Fee includes materials.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Most sewing equipment is provided, but if you have them, please bring:</span></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Sewing machine</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Scissors </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Hand sewing needles and thread </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Tape measure </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Seam un-picker </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Pins</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">A pencil and note pad for note taking</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Reading glasses if worn</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Lunch</span></span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Sewing machines are available, but you are welcome to bring your own; if so, please also bring the instruction manual. Please let us know in advance if you need to borrow a machine.</span></strong></span></span></p>

<p>Demonstrations, groupwork and one to one support.</p>

<p><strong>If we cancel your course</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>You will receive a full refund of course fees.</li>
<li>We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>If you cancel</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Refund processing</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval.</li>
<li>If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Transfers</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</li>
<li>All transfers are subject to availability.</li>
<li>Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days notice, subject to availability.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
<li>If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Illness and non-attendance</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</li>
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