Industrial Sewing Training
Classes resuming in Term 3, 2023
Classes resuming in Term 3, 2023
Starts: Term 3, 2023. Dates yet to be announced.
This is an 8-week program on an Industrial sewing machine. You will learn straight stitching and hemming on silk and polyester fabrics. This class is for migrant and refugee women who are interested in growing their skills and perfecting their technique on an industrial sewing machine. Practice makes perfect and those who show strong skills by the end of this course may be offered work. Led by Joucelen (Joss) Gabriel, The Social Outfit’s Production Manager, you will learn side-by-side with our diverse sewing team, practice your English skills and meet like-minded people.
Starts: TERM 3, 2023
Dates to be announced.
Address: 65 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville
Please contact projects@thesocialoutfit.org if you would like to be notified about our Term 3 Beginners Industrial Sewing classes.
When: Thursdays 9am – 4pm
Where: The Social Outfit Workroom, Marrickville
This is a 96-hour program designed for those wanting to progress commercial manufacturing skills on an industrial (professional) sewing machine. To join this class you must have completed some industrial sewing training, the class is NOT suitable for beginners. You will learn the process of Sample-Making, which is currently listed on the national skill shortage.
Practice makes perfect and those who show strong skills by the end of this course may be offered the opportunity to apply for paid work experience or employment via our partner networks in the fashion industry. Led by Joucelen (Joss) Gabriel, The Social Outfit Production Manager and delivered in partnership with TAFE Outreach, you will learn side-by-side with The Social Outfit’s diverse sewing team, practice your English skills and meet like-minded people.
CLASS WILL RUN AGAIN IN 2024
Contact projects@thesocialoutfit.org if you would like to be notified about future intermediate sewing classes.