We’ve recently been joined by another sewconfident team member! Kirsty is going to be with us for the next month!

Kirsty’s going to be coming along to one of our beginners classes as well, you can see them here if you want to come along to one too!

Here’s a little bit more about Kirsty . . .

What and where are you studying?

The course that I study is called Food, Nutrition and Textile Education. I study this at Perth College (University of the Highlands and Islands).

Why did you decide to study this degree?

I chose this course as at school I was extremely interested in Home Economics and every aspect that it offers young people. It is not only a fun and interesting subject, but it also offers many life skills for young people who may need them the most.

Why is Home Economics as a subject important to you?

I believe that Home Economics is important in schools as it teaches many life skills that most children may not be taught at home. These skills include knowledge on nutrition and a healthy life style, cooking skills that can be used throughout your life and textile and sewing skills that can always be helpful. All these skills are useful to everyone throughout a lifetime.

Have you always wanted to be a teacher?

Being a teacher has always been what I have wanted to do. I enjoy passing on my knowledge and seeing others succeed after using the knowledge I have provided. I enjoy with both young and mature students.

While at school, what was your most liked and most disliked classes?

Well, of course my favourite class in school was Home Economics. The class I probably disliked the most was maths, it was never one of my strengths.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

With whatever free time I have, between balancing uni, part time employment and socialising. I enjoy spending quality time with friends and family. This includes going out for food and drinks and having cosy nights in, just relaxing and watching movies.

Have you done a lot of sewing/textiles? What is your favourite thing you have made?

Unfortunately, having only the limited skills that I was taught In my first year at High School, I don’t know a lot about sewing. However, I am extremely intrigued by it and can’t wait to learn more from my time at Sew Confident and throughout my four-year degree.

During my school placement that took course over four weeks, I was able to engage in many first-year textile classes. In these classes the children were able to make a pillow. They were asked to decide colours of fabric and, also the design that they wanted on the front of the pillow. I was also able to make my own pillow alongside the children, I decided to make it for my baby niece, and to be honest, it turned out great.                                                       

What about the cooking side, what is your go to dish?

Cooking is something I have always loved, and throughout the years I have massively improved on my cooking skills and knowledge. My go to dish is always pasta, my favourite being tagliatelle pasta with sweet chilli and garlic prawn, this one also never fails to impress.