DIY and home maintenance courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

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Basic woodworking and DIY course

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 28th September 2021

£175

I'd like to welcome you to our workshop and in this one day introductory course to hand tools and basic DIY you will learn how to use non power tool options to woodworking. I feel some power tools are essential in the home or home workshop, a battery powered drill for instance is inexpensive and can be used for dozens of jobs around the home. All courses are taught in the Great British Woodshop as seen on the Discovery Channel TV series by presenter David Free. Students will learn how...

I'd like to welcome you to our workshop and in this one day introductory course to hand tools and basic DIY you will learn how to use non power tool...

Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

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(8)

Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

In-person course

Cumbria - Next course on 2nd October 2021

£100

A one day course on how to safely use & look after hand routers. Have you bought a router, used it incorrectly, scared yourself and put in in the shed never to be used again? Or simply want to learn how to use a router safely and with confidence? Want to have a go before deciding to buy one? Then this course is for you. The day will include an introduction to a router and it’s multiple uses, how to use a router correctly and safely, the different types of...

A one day course on how to safely use & look after hand routers. Have you bought a router, used it incorrectly, scared yourself and put in in the shed...

Gold AWARD

(4)

Basic electrical course - part 1

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 22nd September 2021

£60

For dates and to book, please click on the 'View course organiser's website button, top right on this page. Social distancing Those attending class will be asked to bring their own masks and gloves please. Benches and tools will be wiped before use. These are simple jobs that with a little skill and confidence you can do yourself. You only need to know some basic rules and know how to check your work so you can safely complete the task. There are so many jobs around the house from fixing...

For dates and to book, please click on the 'View course organiser's website button, top right on this page. Social distancing Those attending class will be asked to bring their...

Spray painting - furniture, doors, sculpture, metal, wood, masonry

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(3)

Spray painting - furniture, doors, sculpture, metal, wood, masonry

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 29th September 2021

£250

Spray painting is always used by professional shops to give the highest quality finish in much less time. It doesn't matter if you want to renovate your kitchen cupboards, finish the piece of furniture you just finished building or spray your car to fix a minor dent. Learning how to spray paint gives you a skill that will allow you to achieve a high quality finish on any project. If you want to learn how to spray paint and how to use different materials like water based paint, oils, stains,...

Spray painting is always used by professional shops to give the highest quality finish in much less time. It doesn't matter if you want to renovate your kitchen cupboards, finish...

Silver AWARD

(2)

3 Day Resin Worktop Course

In-person course

Cheshire - Next course on 17th September 2021

£350

3 day workshop for complete beginners or those wanting further knowledge. This course can also be condensed into 2 days (weekends) if required. During the course you will complete two worktop projects with colour pigments 60cm x 40cm (yours to take home) and two resin clear coat on wood. You will learn how to mix resin/paints & pigments and how much to mix. How to prepare yourself & your work space. How to use professional techniques that maybe applied in many projects of your own. Reson-8 - use resin for...

3 day workshop for complete beginners or those wanting further knowledge. This course can also be condensed into 2 days (weekends) if required. During the course you will complete two...

Bespoke Hand Stitched Roman Blinds - 1-2-1 Workshop - North of York

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Bespoke Hand Stitched Roman Blinds - 1-2-1 Workshop - North of York

In-person course

North Yorkshire - Next course on 17th September 2021

£225

Jacqueline invites you to slip away into your creative bubble for a professional, skill based workshop tailored specifically to your needs. This fun packed, busy workshop takes place in Jacqueline's own workroom just outside the beautiful, historical city of York. This full day workshop covers all the techniques and skills required to make elegant, bespoke hand stitched Roman Blinds. Is this course for me? Do you love elegant windows dressed with chic, neat Roman Blinds? Would you like to learn all the stitches and techniques required, all to a professional...

Jacqueline invites you to slip away into your creative bubble for a professional, skill based workshop tailored specifically to your needs. This fun packed, busy workshop takes place in Jacqueline's...

Platinum AWARD

(1)

Blissful Angel- Stained Glass

Handcrafted gift

£15

Blissful Angel- This beautiful hand crafted angel when lit, immediately sets a serene, calm and blissful ambiance.Comes with a tealight for you to enjoy its arrival! Requires 4 days to make and dispatch via Royal Mail.

Blissful Angel- This beautiful hand crafted angel when lit, immediately sets a serene, calm and blissful ambiance.Comes with a tealight for you to enjoy its arrival! Requires 4 days to...

Gold AWARD

(1)

Basic electrical part 2 - practical

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 22nd September 2021

£60

For dates and to book, please click on the 'View course organiser's website' button, top right on this page. Social distancing Those attending class will be asked to bring their own masks and gloves please. Benches and tools will be wiped before use. Building on the theory from part 1 of this course, you will learn a lot more practical skills: Soldering Test equipment Fault finding techniques Tracing Cable Dealing with armoured cable Termination methods Testing circuits Minimum of 2 bookings for this course to run.

For dates and to book, please click on the 'View course organiser's website' button, top right on this page. Social distancing Those attending class will be asked to bring their...

Basic plasterboarding and finishing course

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(1)

Basic plasterboarding and finishing course

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 21st September 2021

£40

If you are about to do some renovations or just want to add to your skill set join David for a skills class and learn the techniques and tools of plasterboard construction. Becoming a good plasterer requires a lot of skill and many months of practice some plasterers would say years. It not just knowing how to put the material on the wall, it's knowing when, how thick, the right mix, how quick and this usually changes every job as it depends on the suction of the wall, the temperature,...

If you are about to do some renovations or just want to add to your skill set join David for a skills class and learn the techniques and tools of...

Gold AWARD

(1)

Basic plumbing course

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 27th September 2021

£60

This course is not designed to get you ready for a career as a professional plumber. This is for homeowners who want to learn the basics so they can repair or fix simple common plumbing problems around the house. With a few basics and a bit of confidence there are many simple jobs like fixing leaking taps or toilets that you can do yourself, so why pay a professional plumber £70 for something you can fix in 5 minutes. Tasks and skills covered include: Water storage and hot water systems...

This course is not designed to get you ready for a career as a professional plumber. This is for homeowners who want to learn the basics so they can repair...