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Beaded angels
Posted on: 30 September 2021
The course will look at how to use wire and beads to make simple, but effective hanging decorations that can be suspended on a tree or given as a gift. You will use your imagination… More
Bookbinding for all
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will have the opportunity learn how to create a decorative stitch book, a casement bound book and a stab binding book. You will learn how to prepare your materials and sew your books. During… More
Ceramic wind chimes and oil burners: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to use hand-building techniques to make a wind chime and an oil burner or lamp. You can make one item or a set of things. Sessions 1, 2 and 3 you… More
Charcoal drawing
Posted on: 25 October 2021
How to enjoy a walk in nature and sharpen your powers of observation, using this as a starting point for some creative work and play. Simple techniques with charcoal. More
Christmas mini-books for labels or decoration: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to create a Mini casement bound book that can be used as a label or tree decoration. You will learn how to prepare your materials, sew your page block and build… More
Christmas wreaths: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to make a beautiful decorative Christmas wreath from natural materials. You will learn how to prepare willow, use different foliage, nuts and dried fruits to make a wreath. More
Christmas wreaths: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to make a beautiful decorative Christmas wreath from natural materials. You will learn how to prepare willow, use different foliage, nuts and dried fruits to make a wreath. More
Cofffee & Craft
Posted on: 25 October 2021
You will learn the binding skills of page sewing using ‘link stitch’ and ‘long stitch’ methods; you will cover and assemble your books. By the end of the course you will have produced two A6… More
Cofffee & Craft
Posted on: 25 October 2021
You will learn the binding skills of page sewing using ‘link stitch’ and ‘long stitch’ methods; you will cover and assemble your books. By the end of the course you will have produced two A6… More
Colour theory
Posted on: 30 September 2021
The course will look at how to mix colours using a limited palette. You will create a colour wheel using primary colours, mixing secondary and tertiary colours and gain an understanding of harmonious and complementary… More
Contemporary floral design
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to make a circular shaped Wreath design made with plant stems, flowers, leaves, seed heads and assorted decorative items. You will learn how to make a living moss ball plant design… More
Crafts for the festive season
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring how to make a variety of crafts items that celebrate the Festive season. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of materials. Each week there… More
Create beautiful folded mini books
Posted on: 30 September 2021
Each week you will be guided by your tutor to make a different style of folded mini book. Each book is made using different techniques and methods. The skill level needed to produce the mini… More
Create your own garden
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will explore garden design ideas. You will learn how to use mosaic techniques to decorate a garden planter. You will learn how to use plants and seeds to improve your garden. You will choose… More
Drawing and mixed media
Posted on: 30 September 2021
It is a short (one day) interactive online live course aimed at building your confidence and enjoyment in a range of art activities. You will be looking at and encouraged to explore a variety of… More
Felted baubles
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be making two Christmas tree decorations from felt. You will be trying a range of activities: stencil making, cutting, machine sewing, stuffing, decorating with ribbons and buttons, to make your decorations. More
Festive fabric wreaths and garlands
Posted on: 30 September 2021
During the session, you will be selecting from a variety of fabrics to create a rag wreath. This will then be embellished with traditional festive ornamentation, such as holly, cones and baubles. The tutor will… More
Festive woven driftwood
Posted on: 30 September 2021
The course will look at how you can use driftwood, wire, wool and beads to make small, woven hangings, for either inside the home, hanging from a tree or in the garden, depending on materials… More
Festive wreaths
Posted on: 30 September 2021
Using natural materials, you will be guided through all of the techniques needed to make a handmade festive wreath. You will be able to explore your own ideas and follow set practical tasks. More
Festive zentangle cards
Posted on: 30 September 2021
The course will look at how a simple doodle can be used to create unique, individualised festive cards or incorporated into a larger piece of work that can be given as gifts, using pen and… More
Fun with fabrics
Posted on: 30 September 2021
During this short interactive online live course, you will be building your skills and knowledge about using textiles and sewing in creative and fun ways. You will be exploring a variety of techniques including fabric… More
Gelli printing for beginners
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn the basic techniques of using a Gelli plate. You can create your own stencils, use textures from recycling and you will build a series of unique images that can be be used… More
Get creative with art
Posted on: 30 September 2021
Each week a different theme will be the starting point for your own artwork, which you can explore in your own way or using ideas and techniques suggested and demonstrated by your tutor. You will… More
Glass slumping and fusing: christmas decorations: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to make Christmas decorations using coloured glass as an introduction to the technique of glass slumping and fusing. In the first session we will be looking at slumped glass and be… More
Mixed media art
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring ways of looking and seeing. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of techniques for painting and drawing. Mixed media involves using more than one… More
More abstract art
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring ways of looking and seeing. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of materials for painting and drawing. Each week there will be a different… More
More draw your pet
Posted on: 30 September 2021
The course will look at how to draw and refine the features of your chosen pet, adding colour and texture with pencil, paint and chalk/oil pastels. It is intended that the course will provide you… More
More drawing and painting
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring ways of looking and seeing. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of materials for painting and drawing. Each week there will be a different… More
More drawing for pleasure
Posted on: 30 September 2021
Over the five weeks, the course will look at how to do quick sketches, how to refine your work, use shading techniques and composition, by looking at landscapes, still life and proportions of the body… More
More still life
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring ways of looking and seeing. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of materials for painting and drawing. Each week there will be a different… More
More watercolours using texture and special effects
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be exploring ways of looking and seeing. You will be trying a variety of activities. These include using a range of techniques for painting and drawing. Each week there will be a different… More
Papier Mache bowls
Posted on: 30 September 2021
We will be building and decorating simple or complex papier mache bowls. They can be of any size and shape, using a mould (bowl, vase, jar) that you have at home. We will use materials… More
Papier mache decorative bowl
Posted on: 30 September 2021
Over the three weeks, the course will look at how to make a medium sized bowl out of papier mache and then how to decorate and embellish it with paint and beads. You will be… More
Pottery: christmas decorations
Posted on: 30 September 2021
This is an interactive ½ day course. You will be learning about the basic properties of air-dry clay and how to use it to model by hand or using tools and surface decoration techniques to… More
Pottery for all
Posted on: 25 October 2021
You will be trying a variety of activities. These include tile making, slab building, pots (hand built and on the wheel). You will use glazes and colour to decorate your objects. You will be able… More
Pottery for all
Posted on: 25 October 2021
You will be trying a variety of activities. These include tile making, slab building, pots (hand built and on the wheel). You will use glazes and colour to decorate your objects. You will be able… More
Pottery: have a go have a throw: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
It is a one-day interactive course aimed at learning the basics of using a potter’s wheel. You will be learning about the basic properties of clay, how to prepare it for use on the potter’s… More
Print making for all
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will learn how to create linocut, woodcut and monotype prints using a range of techniques. You will learn about different substrate types and ink options. You will have an opportunity to develop your linocut,… More
Printmaking christmas cards
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be making several personalised Christmas cards. You will be trying a range of activities: stencil making, cutting, Printing using pressprint and monoprint techniques to make your unique cards. More
Stained glass angels: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be learning new skills, principles and techniques that are needed to work with stained glass to produce your individual stained-glass angel using the copper foil method. You will be able to explore your… More
Stained glass tree decorations: FULL
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be making two Christmas tree decorations. You will be trying a range of activities: stencil making, glass cutting and grinding, copper foiling, soldering to make your decorations. More
Textiles: christmas decorations
Posted on: 30 September 2021
You will be learning about varied making and surface decoration techniques to make a range of Christmas decorations using cloth, thread and trims like buttons and beads. It is an interactive one session course aimed… More
