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We are the candle making experience company. Our workshops are held in our purpose built studio in Marlow. Come along to one of our workshops to understand more about the different types of candles that are sold in the UK, then learn the skills to make your own using natural soy and beeswax! This workshop will show you how to make beautiful container, floating and rolled candles. Choose from a variety of fragrances and dyes to personalise your very own candle range. Workshop run by a “Chandler” (a professional candle-maker),...

The aim is to provide a relaxed, friendly, supportive, experimental and fun experience where you will learn a new (or revive a previous) skill and take home something you feel proud enough to frame! You will have the opportunity to create your own, individual, linocut artwork. As well as being part of a group you will also receive lots of one to one tuition to help you achieve the best outcome. Group size: 2 – 4 people. You can book as a group or as an individual. The day: •...

If you’ve never worked with glass before and want to start from the very basics, then this is the course for you. We’ll show you the primary techniques involved in cutting, shaping and assembling glass, use of inclusions, how the kiln is programmed and also take a look at slumping. You’ll be creating your own designs, and we’ll make time for looking at our rich resource of glass books and enjoy a fabulous lunch. Experience: None required What you’ll need: A sturdy pair of shoes (nothing open-toed) For details on...

Based in a sleepy village in the Norfolk-Suffolk border, Nick and Debbie have been running their popular one day beginner’s spoon carving courses since 2018. To help extend our courses into the autumn and winter, we now have an exciting new outdoor rain shelter with social-distanced space for six participants, space-heater and lighting; it’s got all the bells and whistles! Come and check us out. The day involves: * An introduction to the greenwood [trees and types of wood for carving] * How to use axes and cutting tools safely...

Create a high quality mosaic in one day during my mosaic workshops near York. Select from a huge choice of materials and colours. Learn how to design and create your own mosaics using the direct and indirect methods. You don't have to be able to draw to create mosaics! I provide many designs to choose from or you are very welcome to bring along your own design to fit a 22cm square base. Full instruction on cutting and laying tiles and grouting. Leave with a helpful advice and handout on...

There are many applications for glass art but given its ability to change with the light and produce beautiful colours and shadows, nowhere is more relevant than outside and the garden is an ideal location. It is no surprise that glass sculptures are a prominent part of Kew Gardens and prestigious garden shows such as Chelsea Flower Show. What you will make: Beyond learning the basics of how to cut and shape glass, you will produce a stunning double headed 3 dimensional flower that could be used to hold a...

Enjoy a day in rural Perthshire here in Blairgowrie, learning about the ancient craft of weaving; I teach the fundamentals of this craft to get you started on a journey of discovery. During the day, you will weave your very own sampler using a 4 -shaft weaving loom from twills to woolly delights. Your days' experience is an exciting journey that will teach you a new craft or refresh your skills. The class aims to get you excited and ready for your weaving journey. We do the hard work as...

This is a practical course aimed at anyone wanting to learn the technical skills to make their own leaded stained glass panel. You will work through a series of methods and techniques to create your piece which you will take home at the end of the day. Course Content: - Cutting glass to fit a design, - Fitting the glass and lead together into the design - Soldering the lead - Cementing the finished panel

This course is designed for those who would simply like to try pottery throwing on the wheel for the first time.No experience is needed for this 2 hour taster session. It can be a great deal of fun learning with a friend or as part of a small group. We hope to lead you to creating at least one piece of finished thrown work, although many visitors successfully make more. Individuals are very welcome to book for themselves or friends in advance . Up to 6 people can be accommodated...

We are the candle making experience company. Our workshops are held in our purpose-built studio in Marlow. This workshop is the same as the workshop we run in the morning and suitable for beginners. Come along to one of our workshops to understand more about the different types of candles that are sold in the UK, then learn the skills to make your own using natural soy and beeswax! This workshop will show you how to make beautiful container, floating and rolled candles. Choose from a variety of fragrances and...