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Floristry – Create a Spring Floral Wreath Workshop
£35.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 01-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop aims to give learners the skills and techniques needed to create a beautiful spring mossed wreath using colourful flowers and foliage of the season. Your tutor, an award-winning florist will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging techniques with you. Is this course for me? This is […]
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Introduction to Glass Mosaics
£59.50 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 01-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Mosaics are an ancient artform, dating back at least 4,000 years. Any material can be used to create mosaics, and in this one-day workshop, we will be creating an A4 artwork using glass surpluses. The art of mosaic involves designing a piece, cutting glass to shape as required, gluing pieces in […]
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Silver Jewellery Making – Create a Bangle with Charm Workshop
£60.10 Chesham ALC
Sat 08-Apr-2023
(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 a silver bangle with a charm.You will learn:• How to […]
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Using an Overlocker Sewing Machine for Improvers Workshop
£57.00 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including:• 3-Thread overlocking • 2-Thread overlocking (if your machine has this stitch capability)• 4-Thread overlocking • Seaming techniques on a variety of fabrics• Overlocking on tricky shapes• Attaching rib bands on knits• Exploring edge […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
FullWhat will I learn? This pottery course aims to give you a working knowledge of all aspects of the potter’s craft. Techniques covered will be slab building, moulding, coiling, pinching, modelling and throwing. You will be guided in the choice of items suitable for your level of skill, knowledge and direction of development, at each […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£141.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 13:00 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular sterling silver. You will create your own pieces which can be classical or contemporary in design or inspired by nature, art movements or even your favourite jewellery designer. You could also buy a […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£389.50 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 11
(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)
£389.56 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 14:00 - 17:00
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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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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£162.00 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:30 - 21:30
FullWhat will I learn? Ever fancied making your own clothes? Inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee? Then this could be the course for you. An informal learning environment that aims to let you work at your own pace and give you the skills and confidence you need to have a go at making your […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Mon 17-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:30 - 21:30
FullWhat will I learn? This pottery course aims to give you a working knowledge of all aspects of the potter’s craft. Techniques covered will be slab building, moulding, coiling, pinching, modelling and throwing. You will be guided in the choice of items suitable for your level of skill, knowledge and direction of development, at each […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners
£176.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:00 - 14:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and to alter and adapt commercial patterns. During the course learners will be guided by the tutor through the key processes including; pattern and fabric selection, fitting and pattern adapting, all the construction […]
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Pottery for Beginners (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 12:15
FullWhat will I learn? On this pottery course, you will learn how to work with clay to create complex functional ceramic pieces and sculptural objects using a range of techniques including; pinch pots, coiling and slab building as well as surface decoration. If you have some experience of clay, you will be able to explore […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£310.20 Chesham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:30 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach learners the basic principles of jewellery making. Learners will learn how to work in precious metals using a variety of techniques that explore the metal’s unique structure. We will follow a structured introduction to materials, tools and techniques and make a number of individual pieces. You […]
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Stained Glass and Fused Glass for Beginners and Improvers
£230.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 18:45 - 21:15
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities• […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£299.00 Chesham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 12:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach learners the basic principles of jewellery making. Learners will learn how to work in precious metals using a variety of techniques that explore the metals unique structure. We will follow a structured introduction to materials, tools and techniques and make a number of individual pieces. You […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£222.00 Chesham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 17:00 - 19:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach learners the basic principles of jewellery making. Learners will learn how to work in precious metals using a variety of techniques that explore the metals unique structure. We will follow a structured introduction to materials, tools and techniques and make a number of individual pieces. You […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£222.00 Chesham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:30 - 21:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach learners the basic principles of jewellery making. Learners will learn how to work in precious metals using a variety of techniques that explore the metals unique structure. We will follow a structured introduction to materials, tools and techniques and make a number of individual pieces. You […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Improvers
£176.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 12
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:45 - 11:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Make a piece of clothing of your choice, your tutor will discuss this with you at the first session and give advice and guidance on pattern selection. You will have the opportunity to learn about:● Interpreting and adapting a commercial pattern● Personalizing your project exploring design detailing● Selecting suitable fabrics and […]
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Crochet and Knitting for Beginners and Improvers
£72.20 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Tue 18-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]
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Stained Glass and Fused Glass for Beginners and Improvers
£230.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Wed 19-Apr-2023
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities• […]