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Watercolour at Waddesdon – Winter Colours Workshop
£61.50 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 17-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. Appreciate the beautiful winter scenery in the stunning grounds, to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to […]
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Develop Your Machine Sewing Skills (Beyond the Basics) – Workshop
£60.70 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 17-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will learn: • To set up your machine for different fabric types and projects.• Explore a variety of foot attachments and how to use them.• Essential sewing techniques such as: Seams, hems, fastenings and decorative techniques.• Have the opportunity to work on a craft project of your […]
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Drawing with Charcoal Workshop
£36.50 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 17-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop aims to build confidence and skills and enjoy the drawing process.During the course we will explore charcoal techniques and work through several exercises. We will also cover charcoal application, tone and how to measure proportions.You will learn to:● Additive and subtractive tone● Mark making and blending● Practise ‘sighting’ and […]
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Silver Jewellery Making – Create a Set of Stacking Rings Workshop
£61.20 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 17-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Enjoy a day being creative making your own bespoke piece of jewellery with the guidance of a qualified tutor who is a professional jeweller. This workshop will introduce you to the tools and techniques of jewellery making by designing and creating contemporary silver stacking rings.You will learn:• To measure, design and […]
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Pottery Workshop – Includes Raku Firing
£74.80 Buckingham Centre ALC
Sat 17-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
FullWhat will I learn? This workshop aims to offer experienced learners the opportunity to access a fully equipped Ceramic Studio. Under the guidance of a highly skilled potter, you will have the opportunity to design and create your own unique pieces of work. If you are a current learner your work will be dried, and […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£154.38 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 19-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 14:00 - 16:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£185.25 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 19-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£154.38 Evreham ALC, Iver
Wed 21-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]
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Patchwork and Quilting for Beginners – Workshop
£60.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Fri 23-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will work on a project set by the tutor. The project will be used to introduce you to the basic techniques used in Patchwork and Quilting to produce a variety of patterned items such as quilts, clothing, bags and home furnishings. Is this course for me? This […]
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Interior Design for the Home – Workshop
£60.50 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 24-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During this course you will be introduced to:● The key aspects of home designing.● Personal interior styles and preferences.● Successfully using colour, pattern and textures.● Arranging furniture for different rooms. Is this course for me? Everybody with just a keen interest in putting stylish interiors together is welcome. What do I […]
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Sewing for Fashion – Introduction to Pattern Cutting
£113.75 Amersham ALC
Sat 24-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The course aims to introduce you to the basics of pattern cutting. This will enable you to use these techniques to develop and experiment with styling variations on existing patterns or progress to one of our further skills in pattern making courses, where you will learn to create and fit a […]
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Chinese Watercolour Painting Workshop
£61.50 Amersham ALC
Sat 31-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Through demonstrations and guided exercises, you will learn the various ways to hold your brush to create the different essential brushstrokes. These fantastic techniques will help improve your future painting. You will also learn about differences in paint, ink and papers that can be used and how to centre your mind […]
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Creative Writing – Murder Mysteries Workshop
£55.00 Amersham ALC
Sat 31-Jan-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? From Sherlock Holmes to Se7en, we’ve been gripped by grisly tales of murder and malintent for centuries. In this workshop, we’ll explore the reasons a good whodunit is still more popular than ever, and practise writing in this genre. What about these types of stories capture the public’s imagination like little […]
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Stained Glass Beginners and Intermediate: 2D and 3D Copper Foil Workshop
£62.30 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 07-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course is for learners with some experience of working with stained glass and soldiering as well as those new to working with glass. Everyone will be using the copper foil technique which involves cutting glass, grinding glass, applying copper foil tape and soldiering.Experienced learners will create a simple 3-dimensional object […]
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Upcycling Furniture Using Paint and Decorative Techniques
£101.75 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 07-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Have you ever turned unwanted objects or waste materials into entirely new products? Upcycling is the ideal way to combine creative ideas with a passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. The course aims to show how several modern craft techniques and decorative finishing touches can be used to upcycle and update old […]
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Art Inspired by the V&A
£90.20 Amersham ALC
Sat 07-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Enjoy an art-filled day out at one of London’s top cultural spots – be inspired by a range of objects and artefacts, complete research tasks using your sketchbook and phone / camera and discuss your findings with the group. The following week, we will then reconvene in our studio to create […]
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Sashiko Embroidery for Making and Mending – Workshop
£60.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 07-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Sashiko is the Japanese art of using a sewing running stitch to decorate or reinforce cloth.In this workshop, you will learn all the basic techniques and principles of sashiko. Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance, the tutor will teach you to make an embroidery of your own. You […]
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Learn to Crochet – The Basics Workshop
£25.00 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 07-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• Make a crochet chain stitch and slip stitch• Work Double Crochet […]
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Introduction to Crystals Workshop
£55.00 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 14-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce the use of crystals for yourself and family and friends. During the course you will learn:– How to choose crystals– How to cleanse crystals– How to do the Solar Plexus layout– How to do the Heart layout– How to program crystalsBy the end of the workshop, […]
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Introduction to Sewing Machines Workshop
£60.70 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Sat 14-Feb-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop will help you become confident in using all the features and functions of your sewing machine and explore what is achievable with this amazing tool.During the course you will:● Learn to recognise and use the features and functions of your sewing machine● Learn how to thread your machine correctly […]