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Creative and Practical Skills
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This creative course introduces learners to embroidery techniques that transform and personalise existing garments, accessories, and household textiles.
- course code
- CPSAUVI2613
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 16 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 11 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 10:00-13:00
- where
- Vibast Community Centre
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- fees
free
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DIY for Women - Drills
Understand how to use battery drills safely. Learn how to fix items to different wall surfaces using correct fittings.
- course code
- CPSAUTF2619
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 30 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Wednesday 10:00-13:00
- where
- The Training Facility
Google map
- fees
free
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DIY for Women - Electrics
Understand all the switches in your Consumer unit (fuse box) and how you can test for common problems, how to keep your electrics safe in your home, simple wiring techniques.
- course code
- CPSAUTF2621
- Availability
- This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
- Start
- 11 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Wednesday 10:00-13:00
- where
- The Training Facility
Google map
- fees
free
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DIY for Women - Plumbing
Use valves to turn water off in emergencies. Leaks , tap washers and WC problems.
- course code
- CPSAUTF2620
- Availability
- This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
- Start
- 14 Oct 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Wednesday 10:00-13:00
- where
- The Training Facility
Google map
- fees
free
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Garment upcycling Group C
Turn old into new in this creative sewing workshop focused on creativity and sustainability. Learn practical sewing, repair and upcycling skills while transforming unwanted clothes and fabrics into new pieces. Reduce waste, avoid fast fashion and create something original with your own hands.
- course code
- CPSSUDC2567
- Availability
- This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
- Start
- 25 Aug 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Tuesday 10:00-14:00
- where
- Durham Road Community Rooms
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- fees
free
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Lingerie Pattern Cutting and Sewing ONLINE
This online course is designed for learners who want to create beautifully fitted lingerie tailored to their own body measurements and personal style.
- course code
- CPSAUOL2610
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 18 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 11 weeks
- Times
- Friday 14:00-17:00
- where
- Online
- fees
free
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Shed at Andover Community Centre
Our Shed at Andover Community Centre is part of our project to support residents recovering from addiction, a mental health challenge or a personal issue such as bereavement or social isolation.
- course code
- CPSAUAC2616
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 07 Aug 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 18 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-16:00
- where
- Andover Community Centre
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- fees
free
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Summer Sewing Studio Group 2
Summer Sewing Studio is a relaxed 6 session programme where you can develop your own sewing projects with support from an experienced tutor. Learn techniques to create well-fitting, high quality garments designed to last, while building confidence and creativity in a friendly studio environment.
- course code
- CPSSUDC2564
- 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
- 22 Jul 2026 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 10:00-16:00
- where
- Durham Road Community Rooms
Google map
- fees
free
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.
Sustainable Garment Construction: Advanced
Learners will undertake complex garment projects requiring advanced pattern adaptation, precision finishing, tailoring techniques, and independent design planning.
- course code
- CPSAUDC2607
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 18 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 11 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-16:00
- where
- Durham Road Community Rooms
Google map
- fees
free
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Sustainable Garment Construction: Beginners
This intermediate course builds directly on the skills gained in the Beginner Sustainable Garment Construction course and is suitable for learners who already have basic sewing and garment construction experience.
- course code
- CPSAUDC2601
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 15 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 11 weeks
- Times
- Tuesday 10:00-13:00
- where
- Durham Road Community Rooms
Google map
- fees
free
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Sustainable Garment Construction: Intermediate
This intermediate course builds directly on the skills gained in the Beginner Sustainable Garment Construction course and is suitable for learners who already have basic sewing and garment construction experience. Learners will expand their technical abilities while developing a deeper understanding
- course code
- CPSAUHN2604
- Availability
- This course requires you to follow an application process.
- Start
- 14 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 11 weeks
- Times
- Monday 10:00-13:00
- where
- Holloway Neighbourhood Group
Google map
- fees
free
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