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What will I learn? Join us for a fun and festive 4-hour Christmas sewing workshop. During the session, learners will choose from a selection of seasonal projects to make, including:• A fabric goodie bag/wine bottle gift bag• An advent calendar• Christmas bunting• A table runner• A Christmas stockingThe tutor will demonstrate how to make 3–4 […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the skills of landscape horticulture. It will enable you to work on your own designs and to create and maintain your own planting schemes.During the course you will cover • Simple planting ideas.• Use of colour and design principles to increase seasonal interest• A […]

What 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 (please note making a block is not covered in this course). You will have the opportunity to use these skills on […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the principles of the Alexander Technique to help you become aware of and change the habits that interfere with posture, balance and movement in everyday life and which can contribute to physical disorders such as bad backs, fatigue and headaches. During the course you […]

What will I learn? This course aims to provide a supportive place in which you can learn drawing and painting skills in any medium of your choice. During the course you will be given the opportunity to experiment in various media: pencils, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolours and acrylic.For beginners the course consists of a series […]

What 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. […]

What 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. […]

What will I learn? This fun and creative workshop gives you the opportunity to explore the basics of working with clay or porcelain to produce personalised Christmas decorations or small gifts e.g., tea light holders, Christmas Tree Decorations or a Nativity using traditional tools and techniques. Is this course for me? This course is for […]

What will I learn? Join us for a fun and festive 4-hour Christmas sewing workshop. During the session, learners will choose from a selection of seasonal projects to make, including:• A fabric goodie bag/wine bottle gift bag• An advent calendar• Christmas bunting• A table runner• A Christmas stockingThe tutor will demonstrate how to make 3–4 […]

What will I learn? This creative and conversational workshop introduces learners to techniques and artistic influence of Katsushika Hokusai, one of Japan’s most celebrated artists. Hokusai is best known for ‘ The Great Wave off Kanagawa’, This is the piece we will look at, discuss and create in your own style using various techniques with […]

What will I learn? You will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make a seasonal fused glass gift.During the course you will learn:• to work safely and effectively• to use a range of tools to cut and work with glass safely• to grind glass safely• what […]

What will I learn? In this creative, hands‑on workshop you will learn the key techniques needed to create three beautiful floral gift designs, using containers and materials that are easy to recreate at home.Design 1 – Bottle GiftDesign 2 – Hat BoxDesign 3 – Jam Jar Design Is this course for me? The workshop is […]

What will I learn? Explore the exciting world of acrylic paint pouring and learn to create dazzling abstract art.Paint pouring involves using a free-flowing acrylic paint mixture created with a pouring mixture such as glue and water and is the hottest trend in creating abstract art whilst having lots of fun.During this course you will […]

What will I learn? Delve into the world of photography and get to know your camera. Have you always wondered what half the buttons on your camera do? Discover how to use them properly and produce impressive photographs, even as a complete beginner. Gain useful technical knowledge and get expert creative guidance in easy-to-understand language.During […]

What 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• How to understand the language of crochet patterns.• Make a crochet […]

What 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 coasters using glass surpluses.The art of mosaic involves designing a piece, cutting glass to shape as required, gluing pieces in line with the […]

What will I learn? This workshop aims to give learners instruction and guidance in order to glaze their work, using a variety of glazes. Is this course for me? Please note this workshop is ONLY for previous learners or learners from Summer School Workshops.During the course, the tutor will give demonstrations and individual support to […]

What will I learn? During this workshop you will learn how to create a memory cushion or bear from a shirt or top of one of your loved ones, or it might be one that has a connection to a special event. It is a wonderful way to preserve memories and turn it into a […]

What will I learn? The gothic and the ghostly inhabit a rich tradition in writing. In this workshop, you’ll delve into the history of that tradition and have a go at generating a chill or two in your own writing. Is this course for me? This workshop is for anyone with an interest in developing […]

What will I learn? You will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make a seasonal fused glass gift.During the course you will learn:• to work safely and effectively• to use a range of tools to cut and work with glass safely• to grind glass safely• what […]