Romantic courses

Buy a gift voucher

Back to Creative experiences courses

Other categories: Art & craft fairs, festivals & exhibitions, Christmas, Corporate days out & team building, Creative holidays: Europe & beyond, Creative holidays: UK based, Easter, Engagement, wedding & anniversaries, Father's Day, Group workshops: hen dos, stag dos and birthdays, Halloween, Long term (weekly or monthly), Mother's Day, School holiday workshops & activities, Valentine's Day, Workshops for kids

You may be interested in: Chocolate making, Fine jewellery: gold & silver smithing, Wedding: make your own

Looking for a creative experience to share with the one you love? Learn a new skill at a huge range of workshops around the UK, share unforgettable moments and take home a precious handmade item that you will treasure together.

£80

Learn how to throw pots on the potter's wheel

Northamptonshire - Next course on 22nd July 2019

Ever wished you could throw pots successfully at the potter's wheel? Well, now you can! Richard Gibson MA is a qualified ceramicist with over 20 years' experience of throwing clay pots and producing all manner of fine art made in clay. There is nothing as soothing or as therapeutic as sitting at the potter's wheel and throwing pots. This days course will give you a head start on some of the essential techniques required to...

£65

Container candlemaking course with afternoon tea

West Yorkshire - Next course on 19th June 2019

Do you want to learn a new skill? Stuck for a fun Christmas gift? Then join us for a fun and friendly workshop in container candle making at Crafters Cottage just outside Holmfirth. Learn how to make exquisite gifts for family & friends. Brides & bridesmaids learn how to make your own wedding decorations & favours. Or maybe you would like to start your own artisan business? Whatever the reason, you are very welcome to...

£340

Weekend introductory blacksmithing course 'O' at Quinnell School of Blacksmithing

Surrey - Next course on 6th September 2019

The 'O' course is led by Peat Oberon, award-winning blacksmith, and inspiring and sympathetic teacher; assisted by Eamonn Kenward. The courses are suitable for absolute beginners, male or female, from the age of about 14 upwards; or for metalworkers seeking to gain a basic understanding of iron-forging. A place on one of Peat's courses makes a fabulous birthday, Christmas or anniversary present - some recipients have said it's the best present they've ever had! Classes...

£180

Highland Stool Making Course - Scottish Highlands

Moray - Next course on 13th July 2019

Come and spend a relaxing time in the woods learning new skills and meeting new folk the green wood way. Green woodworking is a traditional practice using fresh wood still full of sap allowing the tools to split,slice,shave and cleave through the wood with ease. We will use techniques that have been developed over hundreds of years, that are in harmony with the nature and qualities of the wood itself. No prior wood working experience...

£290

Weekend introductory blacksmithing course 'B' at Quinnell School of Blacksmithing

Surrey - Next course on 27th July 2019

Our 'B' course is led by Ambrose Burne, who introduces his students to the basic operations with some set pieces; then it becomes more design-based and experimental, with an exploration of the students' own ideas developed with Ambrose's help. It’s a good idea - but not compulsory - to think about what you might want to make in advance, in very general terms – don’t be too ambitious - entrance gates really aren't a possibility!...

£149

Dry stone walling for beginners - 2 days including artisan locally sourced lunch. A fun, informal and uplifting experience for all. Cheshire, Derbyshire and Lancashire.

Derbyshire - Next course on 26th June 2019

Would you, your friends or your family enjoy a fun and informal session building a real dry stone wall in a stunning countryside setting? Get out in the fresh air, be next to nature, and restore an important feature that defines the British landscape. Dry stone walling is a positive and relaxing experience which promotes mindfulness and boosts wellbeing in an inspirational, natural environment. Delivered by highly qualified craftsmen and instructors, these events span over...

£215

Inspirational journey from pencil and watercolour studies of landscape to a wool fibre painting.

Worcestershire - Next course on 4th September 2019

Join us for an inspirational journey, creating pencil and watercolour landscapes, culminating in a unique wool fibre art painting. You will be working outdoors in the lovely grounds of Bodenham Arboretum, guided by Raya Brown, a professional Artist and Art Tutor. To begin, you will explore the flora of the great garden by making sketchbook studies of nature - trees, plants, sky, water and the surrounding countryside. You will receive guidance in pencil and watercolour...

£85

Walking stick course at Ecclesall Woods - one day

Yorkshire - Next course on 25th July 2019

Walking Stick Course A one day class in the basic skills involved in making your own sticks. No experience needed but a willingness and ability to use hand tools is essential. Most of the people who come have never made a stick before, but everyone goes home with a complete stick they have made! Anyone with a bit of stick-making knowledge who would like to improve and learn some new tricks is also welcome. Everyone...

£145

'Bag in a Day' practical leather course

Oxfordshire - Next course on 13th July 2019

Make a Bag in a Day - Craft it Yourself! This course is ideal for all, from beginners to confident makers. 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 also be working with the full spectrum of leather types from soft leathers and suedes to a hard sturdy veg tanned leather. This is a perfect introductory...

£75

'Fields with Red Poppies ' wool watercolour or painting with wool fibres course with Textile Artist Raya Brown

Worcestershire - Next course on 6th July 2019

'Fields with red poppies ' wool fibre painting workshop. Complete beginners are welcome! This course will take place at beautiful Bevere Gallery in Worcester. Wool painting or wool watercolour, as some people call it, is a unique relatively new technique which originated in St. Petersburg. This is not felt making. It is about creating a fibre picture using merino wool, silk and viscose. Laying and shaping fibres, blending the colours together, creating beautiful textures and...

Showing {{ coursesLoaded }} of {{ coursesTotal }} courses