Course Overview

In this hands-on course, you'll design and create a custom kimono-style jacket using repurposed garments or fabric offcuts.

Through patchworking, colour coordination and handcraft, you'll transform discarded textiles into a unique wearable piece.

You'll also gain experience using industrial sewing machines while learning construction and pattern terminology, industry techniques, and basic machine maintenance. 

Course Information

Wednesday, 22 April 2026 - Wednesday, 10 June 2026
4.30pm - 8.30pm 
Tauranga, Windermere Campus, Room H142 and H143

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Study options

7 weeks part-time

Total credits -
Indicative Fees No tuition fee for domestic students View full fees information
Eligibility View entry criteria
Timetable Wednesday, 4.30pm - 8.30pm

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Course Fees

Indicative Fees * No tuition fee for domestic students

Your final fee may vary if:

  • you have a choice of topics/papers to study
  • the qualification excludes GST
  • there are extra course materials to purchase
  • student levies apply

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Course Entry Information

Entry criteria

This course requires you to supply their own discarded clothing, preloved fabric or fabric offcuts.

English language requirements

There are no English language requirements for this course.


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Course Locations and Intake Information

Course Information

Wednesday, 22 April 2026 - Wednesday, 10 June 2026
4.30pm - 8.30pm 
Tauranga, Windermere Campus, H142 and H143

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Study options

  • 7 weeks part-time

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