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East Sussex - Next course on 28th September 2022

Art & Spa painting watercolour midweek retreat in spa hotel Rye East Sussex

(24)

£250

Learn to paint! Have a mini art holiday! Don't be scared, you will not be a beginner after this course, even if you haven't painted since a child! The art course is for beginners or intermediates (10-14 in a class) in watercolour painting and includes all the materials you will need. You will be shown from scratch how to stretch paper, apply paint, mix colour and all watercolour techniques to get you started. For improvers we will help you to expand your knowledge and introduce you to new ideas, tips...

Learn to paint! Have a mini art holiday! Don't be scared, you will not be a beginner after this course, even if you haven't painted since a child! The art...

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Norfolk - Next course on 28th July 2022

Interior design workshop in historical Norwich

(5)

£95

Would you like to transform your home but aren’t sure where to start? Do you have great ideas for paint colours and prints but don’t know how to bring a design together? Fancy a fun day away, meeting some lovely people and being inspired? On this one-day introductory interior design course, you’ll learn how to create your own A3 design board for a room of your choice, giving you the skills, solutions and inspiration you need to tackle the rest of your house too. Join me, Dawn Manwaring, at my...

Would you like to transform your home but aren’t sure where to start? Do you have great ideas for paint colours and prints but don’t know how to bring a...

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West Yorkshire - Next course on 23rd July 2022

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

(1)

£265

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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Derbyshire - Next course on 19th July 2022

Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

(93)

£120

Whether you want to upholster an old footstool, recover and revise a lampshade and stand, use decoupage to create a quirky chest of drawers or desk, make a roman blind or simply learn to use a sewing machine....this is the workshop for you! Lucy has oodles of skills and ideas to inspire you! From decoupage, paint effects, fabric application and quirky design concepts, this workshop will give you the skills and inspiration to transform your interior product. As well as learning many skills and techniques from Lucy you will also...

Whether you want to upholster an old footstool, recover and revise a lampshade and stand, use decoupage to create a quirky chest of drawers or desk, make a roman blind...

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London - Next course on 5th July 2022

One day stained glass workshop London for beginners

(84)

£120

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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Gloucestershire - Next course on 5th July 2022

Needle felt workshop

(14)

£45

Half-day needle felting courses in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Yvonne is a fully qualified adult education teacher with a Fine Arts degree and post-graduate advanced diploma course, with many years of experience as a practising artist. 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, enabling inspiration and creativity.

Half-day needle felting courses in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Yvonne is a fully qualified adult education teacher with a Fine Arts degree and post-graduate advanced diploma course, with many years of experience...

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Cheshire - Next course on 5th July 2022

Carving & sculpture workshops

(13)

£340

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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Buckinghamshire - Next course on 24th September 2022

Creative Art as Therapy

(11)

£85

MindFlow Art Emotions, Spirituality and Painting Workshops Three Perspective to Creativity Spirituality and Painting workshops are designed for anyone who enjoys using creativity to explore and develop their inner wisdom and intuition. Working intuitively enables us to access the Unconscious/Subconscious realms of the mind, which is a great tool for creativity. This workshop encompasses the process of Mindful meditation to create inner calm, encourage the flow of creativity and raise personal awareness for self growth. It is a knowing, cathartic and enriching process. You will briefly explore the function of...

MindFlow Art Emotions, Spirituality and Painting Workshops Three Perspective to Creativity Spirituality and Painting workshops are designed for anyone who enjoys using creativity to explore and develop their inner wisdom...

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North Yorkshire - Next course on 1st January 2023

Beginner woodwork - 1 to 1

(8)

£60

**PLEASE NOTE, all dates are fully booked. Dates for April 2022 onward TBC. Please message me if you'd like to be added to a mailing list. Think of me as your Personal Trainer or Music Tutor, only in this case, your goal is to do woodwork. My aim is for you to have fun, learn one or two things and ultimately be able to proudly say “I made that”. Of course, you’ll also have your piece(s) of woodwork. My standard sessions are three hours (sometimes running slightly over). If you...

**PLEASE NOTE, all dates are fully booked. Dates for April 2022 onward TBC. Please message me if you'd like to be added to a mailing list. Think of me as...

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Warwickshire - Next course on 24th September 2022

SAORI creative weaving day

(6)

£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....