Accredited Sewing Course
Turn Your Passion For Fashion into a successful career!
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Who this course is for:
- Retrenched or unemployed individuals ready to upskill
- Youth, men and women seeking an income-generating skill
- Beginners who want structured, accredited sewing training
- Entrepreneurs ready to start their own clothing line or alterations business
- Post-school youth, aspiring fashion designers, future business owners, and experienced professionals looking to upskill
Handicraft 52 credits
Duration: 5 Months
This certified sewing skills program is designed to teach you how to operate a sewing machine confidently and master essential sewing techniques that make fashion designing and sewing a breeze!
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Operate domestic & industrial sewing machines safely
- Construct and finish garments using professional techniques
- Measure, cut, press, and assemble fabrics accurately
- Understand pattern interpretation and garment construction
- Apply basic design principles and quality control
- Costing & pricing of garments
- Time management & productivity
- Small-business basics & record-keeping
- Presentation and customer-service skills
- Workplace discipline & teamwork
What Sets Us Apart?
Modern Equipment
Sew and Grow is equipped with modern sewing machines and tools, giving students the opportunity to work with the latest technology. Unlike schools that may have limited machines for large groups, every student at Sew and Grow gets ample time to practice. We also offer training and sales of these machines for continued learning at home.
Supportive Creative Community
Learning is more fun when shared! Our classes foster a collaborative and inspiring environment where students can exchange ideas, and motivate each other. It’s more than just a school; it’s a community of creators.
Real-World Skills
When you complete our course, you’ll leave with more than just knowledge—you’ll have the practical skills and confidence to sew independently. Many students from other schools finish their programs without feeling ready to sew, but at Sew and Grow, you’ll be ready to bring your creative vision to life.
Expert Guidance
At Sew and Grow, students are guided by experienced instructors who are passionate about sewing. Not only are students taken through the work one step at time, but each student receives attentive support and personalized guidance to ensure steady progress.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to take you from the basics to mastery. Whether you’re creating your first drawstring bag or sewing a formal men’s shirt, you’ll learn a range of theoretical and practical skills to become confident and versatile in your sewing abilities.
Vision
We aim to create a sewing experience that will inspire men and woman to unpack the endless opportunities of the fashion industry. Our vision is to impart a great amount of knowledge, skills and inspiration to enable our students to kick start their fashion careers
Why Choose Us?
- • Fully accredited by QCTO & FP&M SETA
- • Professional facility with high-quality equipment
- • Experienced, compassionate instructors
- • Small classes – personal attention guaranteed
- • Focus on employability + entrepreneurial empowerment
- • Proven track record of successful graduates
What they say about us
"What an experience! I highly recommend Sew and Grow to anyone who's interested in learning more about sewing. The staff is very knowledgeable, passionate and friendly. Thank you so much to Polite, Boikhutso and Patience for your impeccable teaching skills. The classroom is so spacious and there's nothing you won't find there, it's literally sewing paradise! I'm so optimistic about my future in the world of sewing and fashion."
"I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had learning how to sew with your team at Sew and Grow. The support, guidance, and expertise you provided made the journey enjoyable and educational. Thank you for fostering a welcoming environment and helping me discover the joy of sewing. I am truly grateful for the skills and memories gained through this fantastic experience. I’ll definitely be back for more!"
"Sew and Grow is my home away from home and its teachers are my second family. Not only have I learnt a whole new set of skills, I have enjoyed every minute of every lesson. Really excellent courses which are well planned and executed. A must for anyone wanting to learn something new and have great fun doing it."
This 72-day in-person course runs four times a week over approximately five months, featuring practical and theory classes, assessments with both internal and external moderation, and culminates in a QCTO-issued certificate upon completion.
Practical Skills Modules
- Select and prepare materials, equipment, and work area for sewing garments and household articles / products.
- Cut and construct sewn garments and household articles/products
- Present finished sewn garments and household articles / products to customers
- Managing basic personal and self-employed business finances
Knowledge Modules
- Choice of sewing patterns
- Choice of fabrics and notions
- Sewing area, machines, equipment and tools
- Sewing techniques, garment construction and assembly
- Presenting finished products to customers
- Personal and business finances, ethics and time management for the self- employed
Continuous Assessment
This type of assessment requires a practical demonstration by the learner to assess applied competence and successful completion of learning in the skills programme. It includes both work integrated learning assessment and summative assessment.
- The envelope of a commercial pattern is identified and described.
- Pattern terminology is correctly explained.
- The workplace for cutting is prepared
- Correct materials and tools are selected according to the specification.
- Correct trims and tools are selected according to cutting requirements.
- Fabric is laid according to cutting requirement.
- Correct pattern pieces are placed and secured on fabric according to cutting specifications to achieve optimum fabric utilisation.
- Garment parts and notches are accurately cut according to pattern specifications
- Garment parts are bundled ready for sewing.
- Workplace is prepared for sewing machines.
- Sewing machine is prepared and machine-setup is completed to achieve the required stitch and quality as per requirements.
- Safety measures are followed when using a sewing machine.
- Garment parts are laid out according to appropriate method and quality standards.
- Garment parts are sewn together according to instructions.
- Machine faults are identified and corrected according to specifications.
- Garment is finished according to specific requirements and quality standards.
- Quality faults are neatly repaired according to specifications.
- Garment to be correctly packed according to customer requirements Oral Assessment Preparation, cutting, sewing and finishing activities, including the use of materials and tools are explained.
- Basic Machine parts are explained.
- The functions of the basic tools required in making a garment are explained.
- Machine attachments are explained.
- Cutting methods according to specifications are explained.
- Shapes of garments parts are identified.
- Basic quality points required for a garment are identified and the correction of faults are explained
- Basic fabric behaviour is explained
- Threads, trims, fusibles and needles and their use are explained
Oral Assessment
- Preparation, cutting, sewing, and finishing activities, including the use of materials and tools are explained.
- Basic Machine parts are explained
- The functions of the basic tools required in making a garment are explained
- Machine attachments are explained
- Cutting methods according to specifications are explained
- Shapes of garments parts are identified.
- Basic quality points required for a garment are identified and the correction of faults are explained
- Basic fabric behaviour is explained
- Threads, trims, fusibles and needles and their use are explained
Supervised Assessment
The following practical tasks are demonstrated for correct application:
- Prepare the workplace using fabrics, patterns, notions, customer specifications, trims and cutting tools to achieve a well-constructed product.
- Select and prepare the workplace, sewing machines and over-lockers using tools, attachments, guides, needles and threads to achieve a functionally operational machine
- Lay, cut and mark selected fabric and trims using appropriate tools to prepare for the construction of garments and household articles and products.
- Construct garments and household articles/products using basic hand and machine sewing techniques to produce sewn garments or household articles/products.
- Finish the sewn garments and household articles/products with suitable trims and correct ironing and pressing techniques.
Written Test
- Draw up personal budget.
- Prepare a business plan.
- Costing of two different garment or household products
- Application of ethics in the workplace
- Management of time in the workplace
🧵 What You’ll Learn in Each Project
1. Drawstring Bag & Fold Over Cushion
Your first hands-on introduction to sewing essentials.
Learn to operate a sewing machine, cut fabric accurately, pin and sew straight lines, pivot corners, and install a drawstring. Master basic techniques like backstitching, narrow seam allowances, and using machine attachments — all while creating a functional bag and cushion with neat finishes.
2. Wrap Over Skirt
Step into garment construction with confidence.
Master body measurements, pattern tracing, and fabric layout. Learn to sew single/double fold hems, edge stitching, top-stitching, and make buttonholes (1-step & 4-step). Understand overlocking theory, pressing seams, and grain direction — essential for professional-looking garments.
3. Shell Top & Zip Cushion
Introduce zippers and structured details.
Learn open vs. closed seams, interfacing, fusing, and facings. Master how to sew curves, clip and understitch, and insert a concealed zipper — including aligning front-to-back once installed. Also explore gathering embroidery, stitch length theory, and different types of zips.
4. Tote Bag
Build durability and decorative flair.
Sew with double thread, install press-studs, magnetic snaps, and zippered pockets. Practice lining projects, top-stitching decoratively, and working with contrast fabrics. Learn to sew without backtracking and master different methods for attaching straps and appliqués.
5. Leggings & T-Shirt
Conquer stretch fabrics and fitted wear.
Discover how to sew with stretch, test elasticity, use stretch guides, and select needles for knit fabrics. Learn to sew ribbing, attach elastic, trim seam allowances, and finish necklines. Also cover inserting sleeves, making cuffs, and sewing with twin needles.
6. Raglan Blouse / Dress & Piped Cushion
Elevate your skills with shaping and piping.
Explore raglan sleeve theory, bias cutting, continuous binding, and elasticated channels. Learn to sew patch pockets, flounces, and matching seams. For the cushion: master piping from scratch, sewing around corners, placing buttonholes, and hand-sewing buttons — plus piece fusing and buttonhole variations.
7. Formal Men’s Shirt
The pinnacle of precision tailoring.
Master double line top-stitching, collar types (two-piece, stand), yokes, pleats, plackets, and narrow hems. Learn to sew sleeve cuffs, buttonhole rotation/placement, and identify menswear vs. womenswear design cues based on button placement. All taught with guide lines and professional finishing.
Option 1: Once-off Payment
- Includes: Tuition & Facilitation, Materials, Equipment, Accreditation, and Certification
- Total: R69,900 per learner
Option 2: Payment Plan
- R25,000 upfront
- Followed by 4 monthly payments of R13750
- Total: R80,000 per learner
Both options cover the same components: Tuition & Facilitation, Materials, Equipment, Accreditation, and Certification.
For your convenience, we offer a beautiful selection of affordable fabrics and equipment for sale as well as quality new and used sewing machines and overlockers. We are also agents for the entire range of Brother sewing and embroidery machines.
