Easter courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

FULLY BOOKED On this workshop you will create a large hare full of character and unique to you. You will learn all about how to work with clay and your imagination to build your hare over the weekend. The groups are small, no more than five people and are run from my home in Trawden, Lancashire. During the pandemic we will be moving to a larger venue) I have twenty years experience running workshops and playing with clay and love it! The course times are from 11am until approx 4pm...

A tactile 1-day workshop exploring 3D needle felting techniques. Von will introduce you to the basic methods of dry felting natural wool fibre. By forming simple shapes and joining them together you will begin to build your soft animal structure. Different shades can be mixed or overlapped to produce markings. The addition of ears and eyes, a tail and nose will complete your creature and bring him/her life. Mad March hares or Easter Bunnies, your adorable little sculpture will be a talking point for years to come. Suitable for all...

Silver jewellery making class for groups of 2 -3 people (£80 per person) Class will begin with an introduction to the tools and workshop machinery used during the day and a safety briefing. Students will then design their own unique piece of jewellery on paper and will then learn to cut the silver with a fret saw (practice with copper and then move onto silver), soldering tuition as needed, pickling and then polishing using a polishing machine or tumbler. Finally the student will put their piece together to make a...

Silver clay jewellery making class for groups of 2-4 people. Class will begin with an introduction to the tools and workshop machinery used during the day and a safety briefing. Students will then learn about the properties of silver clay and how to work with it and will then choose or draw their own design. Each student will receive a piece of silver clay to make their design, fire it and then learn how to polish it either using a polishing machine, tumbler or sanding. Finally the student will put...

Our course leaders will demonstrate all you need to know in order to make an interesting and varied Living Wreath. The multi-use wreaths make an interesting and inspirational addition to your garden - and can be added to for festive occasions. No wilting flowers, but an inspiring Living Wreath that will give pleasure as it grows and the plants multiply. They are also perfect for placing on the graves of loved ones. Handmade by you giving satisfaction for learning a different craft whilst pleasure to others who see your end...

Enjoy the unique Christmas experience of making a gorgeous chunky knitted wreath. Come and style up your home this Christmas and make a gorgeous giant yarn, eco-friendly Christmas wreath. I will teach you how to make your very own eco-friendly Christmas wreath that will last years to come using luxury eco giant British Shetland yarn. Stand out and wow your friends with a different style of wreath this Christmas for you home. Decorate your wreath using a range of accessories on offer or bring along your personal favourites to use...

MAKE A BELT IN A DAY Craft it Yourself! This course is ideal for all, from beginners to confident makers with only a few hours to spare. You will learn the basics of leather craft for accessories and be introduced to techniques including machine stitching on leather, hand finishing and hand cutting. You will be working with a hard sturdy veg tanned leather. This is a perfect introductory course to start your journey into Leatherwork and bag making as you will experience the wide variety of tasks involved in the...

Needlefelting is a relaxing and mindful activity, one of the earliest known textile techniques. The natural fibre mesh together like magic, compacting to form a sculpture! You can use these as decoration, gifts or simply enjoy the process. very easy method with great results for beginners or those with some experience. In this class you will see lots of examples & have a brief introduction to needlefelting along with the equipment/materials. See Catherine's stock of over 30 wool colours and learn about different needles. Catherine will demo 1 project at...

Felting is the oldest known way to construct a textile. Natural fibres like cotton and wool have lots of scales - with water and friction, the scales will open up and connect with other fibres close by. A magical process, a textile is formed as the fibres blend and compact in a naturally beautiful way. Catherine found this skill when she studied in Finland over 20 years ago. She has been felting ever since. Similar to making bread or pottery, the process involves laying down fibres in certain ways and...

In this workshop aimed at beginners and those over 15 years old, you will see lots of examples and demonstrations before choosing wool colours and making your own set of small decorations. This class can be as easy or difficult as you choose! Catherine has plenty paper and metal templates to help you along as you become familiar with the needlefelting process. All materials and equipment provided. What a lovely way to spend an afternoon! Tea/coffee and mince pie provided. Aim at making a set of 4 hanging felted decs....