Courses

Creative and Practical Skills

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Our creative and practical courses are a great way to learn new skills and develop your talents. They could also be the first step towards work in a creative field.

at Durham Road Community Rooms

Advanced Garment Making - Coat Making 2

A well fitting coat = a coat worn for years. You’ve drafted your pattern, now start stitching it up with the guidance of a tutor. A progression for our Autumn Coat Makers graduates.

course code: CPSSUDC2557

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 31 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 3 weeks
Times: Tuesday 10:00-16:00
where: Durham Road Community Rooms Google map
fees: free

Beginners Sewing and Garment Construction

Learn how to use the sewing machine with confidence, draft a pattern for a skirt using your own measurement, cut the pattern from a fabric and then finish the garment.

course code: CPSSUDC2509

Availability: This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.
Start: 21 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Tuesday 09:30-13:00
where: Durham Road Community Rooms Google map
fees: free

Garment Upcycling Test Sessions

Experiment with various upcycling techniques to transform your old fabrics and garments into something completely new. Expect weaving, remodelling, macrame and more!

course code: CPSSUDC2559

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 01 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 3 weeks
Times: Wednesday 13:00-16:00
where: Durham Road Community Rooms Google map
fees: free

Sustainable Sewing Practice

Want to avoid fast fashion and make your own well made clothes? Practice your sewing machine skills and learn some new ones with the help and guidance of a tutor.

course code: CPSSUDC2558

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 01 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 3 weeks
Times: Wednesday 10:00-13:00
where: Durham Road Community Rooms Google map
fees: free