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What will I learn? This one-day workshop will give you the basics in silver jewellery making and introduce you to the tools and basic techniques involved. By the end of the course you will be able to wear your hand-made pendant.You will learn:• How to saw, form, solder, texture, file, sand and polish metal.• Make […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to try Spanish over four consecutive sessions.During this Spanish course you will:• Be introduced to some vocabulary, phrases and basic grammar of everyday situations, for example, basic greetings, asking/answering questions about yourself and others, numbers• Practise in pairs and small groups using a […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]

What will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you fun practical ideas for your child to be ready to take their next steps into Reception class at school. Looking at stories, independent activities and routines to support your child settle into […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give you the confidence to draw “Architecture in a Landscape” from direct observation, using the unique collection of buildings set in the rural setting of the Chiltern Open Air Museum, (COAM).A range of proven techniques for creating realistic drawings will be demonstrated and individual guidance and help […]

What will I learn? During this online evening you’ll taste, learn and discuss two wines made from various grape varieties – one white and one rosé. We’ll use the professional wine tasting technique to describe the flavours and aromas found in the glass, compare the wines and decide which one gets the thumbs-up and also […]

What will I learn? Please note that this is part two of a three-part course. During this three-part course you will be taken from Moulage to Pattern. Part 2 – Fitting the bodice moulage pattern.You will learn how to fit a moulage to your own measurements, (a moulage is a precise, hip length replica of […]

What will I learn? During the course you will:• Gain knowledge and practical experience of some of the techniques used to design and make 2D stained (cool) glass items.• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making stained glass items together with their qualities• Cover health and safety procedures relevant to the craft […]

What will I learn? Are you a sucker for a ‘happy ever after’ or a tale of star-crossed lovers? In this workshop, we’ll look at how writers have tried to capture the essence of romance and how you might do the same. Please note, we won’t be covering erotic fiction. Is this course for me? […]

What will I learn? The aim of this course is to give you the skills and techniques needed to create successful designs and to inspire you with some trending ideas to adorn your home. Your tutor, an award-winning florist, will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging tips with you using easily available […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]

What will I learn? This workshop aims to inspire those who have an interest in learning to paint using oils. During the session you will be given a demonstration by the tutor. You will then be able to practise what you have learnt to produce a small oil painting. Is this course for me? This […]

What will I learn? On this workshop you will learn how to measure, pin and hand-hem a pair of trousers and a skirt to your required length. During the course, the tutor will provide small group demonstrations and individual support to ensure that you can work at your own level and pace. Is this course […]

What 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 colours 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 develop […]

What will I learn? Drawing the nude human figure is an exciting challenge and something artists have done throughout the ages. On this workshop course you will investigate a range of proven techniques for rendering the human figure and practise them through a series of short and long poses. During the course you will be […]

What will I learn? During this online evening you’ll taste, learn, and discuss two red wines made from various grape varieties – one labelled with a supermarket’s own name and the other from a big-name brand. We’ll use the professional wine tasting technique to describe the flavours and aromas found in the glass, compare the […]

What 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 […]

What will I learn? The course will reference still life and landscape painting. You will be introduced to a variety of watercolour techniques: brush work techniques, laying washes and fine detail work, aimed at capturing the varied patterns and contrasts of line, texture, and tone. Also studied will be: light and tone, colour choice, use […]

What will I learn? On this course, you will have an opportunity to practise writing different poetry forms, as well as reading and listening to published examples, learning about technique, sound and how different poets approach their craft. During the course you will take part in discussing published examples of poetry, then write your own […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Italian within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Italy.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]