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A fresh start for 2021 - interior design taster course live online

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A fresh start for 2021 - interior design taster course live online

Live online course

- Next course on 25th September 2021

£35

Freshen up your home and clear the clutter for 2021! In two hours, you’ll learn the key elements of design and pick up the skills, solutions and inspiration you need to transform your home. I will contact you a few days before your course for any special design requests - that way, we can include some elements that are personal to you. Group sizes will be kept small for that reason too. With flexible morning, afternoon, evening and weekend slots available, you’re sure to find a time to suit your...

Freshen up your home and clear the clutter for 2021! In two hours, you’ll learn the key elements of design and pick up the skills, solutions and inspiration you need...

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Create a stunning pebble mosaic feature for your garden from multiple gold winning artist David James

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Create a stunning pebble mosaic feature for your garden from multiple gold winning artist David James

In-person course

West Yorkshire - Next course on 18th September 2021

£225

About the pebble mosaic course: Covid secure working practices are in place and will continue to be so until further notice. Maximum number of 4 people per course at Olicana's workshop in central Ilkley. Minimum numbers apply. Learn how to create a stunning pebble mosaic that will provide a talking point for your garden from David James of Olicana Mosaics. You will be taken through all the steps involved in creating a square or circular or shell shaped pebble mosaic measuring 45cm/18inch square or in diameter. This will weigh about...

About the pebble mosaic course: Covid secure working practices are in place and will continue to be so until further notice. Maximum number of 4 people per course at Olicana's...

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Christmas Mistletoe sprig - Purr & Wag It, Tabletop Workshops

In-person course

London - Next course on 30th October 2021

£51

Weekend dates 2-5pm Week day dates 6.30-9.30pm. This workshop needs a minimum of 3 people to run. If you can't make my dates gather a group of 3-6 friends/ colleagues and contact me for a private workshop. No previous experience necessary, join me for a relaxing workshop making a sprig of my covetable Everlasting Mistletoe. What you'll do: a) prepare your branches using wire and wool b) cut leaf shapes with the templates provided c) attach the leaves and berries d) tie a piece of ribbon Taking place at Heather's...

Weekend dates 2-5pm Week day dates 6.30-9.30pm. This workshop needs a minimum of 3 people to run. If you can't make my dates gather a group of 3-6 friends/ colleagues...

One day stained glass workshop London for beginners

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One day stained glass workshop London for beginners

In-person course

London - Next course on 18th September 2021

£100

The one day stained glass workshop is an amazing way to start your journey into the addictive world of stained glass. The workshop is divided with four key activities : Morning Agenda: 1. Pattern selection. 2. Glass selection. 3. Familiarisation of tools. 4.Cutting glass and familiarisation of different angles and styles of cutting. 5. Grinding cut glass edges & unlimited supply of tea & biscuits:) Afternoon session: You will focus on completion of piece to take home by 1.Understand copper foiling method. 2.Assembling your pieces together. 3.Use of soldering iron...

The one day stained glass workshop is an amazing way to start your journey into the addictive world of stained glass. The workshop is divided with four key activities :...

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Carving & sculpture workshops

In-person course

Cheshire - Next course on 17th September 2021

£280

Learn how to carve in a single day with one-to-one tuition. A one day course specifically aimed at complete beginners with no previous knowledge. Learn how to carve a relief in wood in a single day, (the very foundation of all sculpture in the round) with highly personal one to one tuition in the beautiful surroundings of the Peak District National Park. One to one tuition is by far the best and quickest way to learn a new skill, without the usual distractions of a group situation. This is a...

Learn how to carve in a single day with one-to-one tuition. A one day course specifically aimed at complete beginners with no previous knowledge. Learn how to carve a relief...

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Needle felt workshop

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 17th September 2021

£50

Half day needle felting courses in Stroud and Bristol. Yvonne is a fully qualified adult education teacher with a Fine Art degree, and an advanced mindfulness certificate, with many years experience as a practising artist and a meditator. You will enjoy the benefits of mindful observation with a needle felt workshop. Get in touch with yourself, be in the moment to create your own needle felt picture or three dimensional felt sculpture. You will be taught the various techniques of needle felt and be encouraged to feel relaxed and empowered,...

Half day needle felting courses in Stroud and Bristol. Yvonne is a fully qualified adult education teacher with a Fine Art degree, and an advanced mindfulness certificate, with many years...

Celtic Pattern, Geometry and Imagination

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Celtic Pattern, Geometry and Imagination

In-person course

East Sussex - Next course on 25th October 2021

£385

The course will explore the interplay between traditional geometry and imaginative freehand ornament within Celtic Art from its Palaeolithic beginnings through to its Classical and Christian periods. Students will learn to draw and compose the traditional forms of Celtic knot work, zoomorphic animal patterns and Celtic key patterns as well as the unique geometrical methods of compass drawn spiral patterns. The Celtic practice of composing manuscript pages using the geometry of squares and proportional rectangles will also be covered.

The course will explore the interplay between traditional geometry and imaginative freehand ornament within Celtic Art from its Palaeolithic beginnings through to its Classical and Christian periods. Students will learn...

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Creative Art as Therapy

In-person course

Buckinghamshire - Next course on 18th September 2021

£85

Solitude is the fount of healing. Creative Art as Therapy, is a holistic well-being programme, designed to support individuals to access creativity and begin their own personal artistic journey. The day begins with a short mindful meditation practice, followed by writing down awareness gained during meditation. You will be encouraged to explore your creativity through writing, drawing and painting. Integrating meditation and mindful awareness to create art. Meditation is a powerful and an inspirational process, it allows us to experience the flow of joyful memories, hidden sorrows and awareness of...

Solitude is the fount of healing. Creative Art as Therapy, is a holistic well-being programme, designed to support individuals to access creativity and begin their own personal artistic journey. The...

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SAORI creative weaving day

In-person course

Warwickshire - Next course on 27th September 2021

£90

During this workshop, you will be taught how to use a SAORI loom and shown a variety of weaving techniques which will enable you to weave your own unique cloth. You will be encouraged to explore your inner child, express your natural creativity and discover your artist's voice. This is a wonderful opportunity to take time out and enjoy the space and environment to be your most creative self. No experience required and all ages welcome from 6 years old! A wonderful activity for the whole family! "Hi this is...

During this workshop, you will be taught how to use a SAORI loom and shown a variety of weaving techniques which will enable you to weave your own unique cloth....

Colour for ultimate well being:Retreat in Nature

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Colour for ultimate well being:Retreat in Nature

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 1st October 2021

£110

Colour For Ultimate Well Being. Retreat Join Lucy at her colourful garden, home and studio for this blissful face to face retreat, in the Derbyshire Dales. Platinum award winning tutor Lucy Renshaw will explore the huge benefits of colour and the impact it has on every angle of your life and well being. A day to relax, revive and re-energize, in nature and the comfort of Lucy's studio and home, exploring the power and holistic use of colour for interiors and the impact it has on every level of our...

Colour For Ultimate Well Being. Retreat Join Lucy at her colourful garden, home and studio for this blissful face to face retreat, in the Derbyshire Dales. Platinum award winning tutor...