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

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

Live online course

- Next course on 17th April 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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Intermediate Crochet Course

Live online course

- Next course on 13th April 2021

£35

You will learn and practise different stitches before applying them to make a beautiful baby blanket sampler in a lovely yarn, which is included in the price. You will be taught online using the Zoom platform by very friendly and experienced tutors who will support you to make your blanket and increase your knowledge of crochet. The course is heavily subsidised by Hertfordshire Adult and Community Learning Service, so costs just £35.00. Because of funding eligibility, you will need to be aged 19+ and living in Hertfordshire. However, we might...

You will learn and practise different stitches before applying them to make a beautiful baby blanket sampler in a lovely yarn, which is included in the price. You will be...

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 13th April 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 and...

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 :...

Abstract Art Workshop with Jo Garden Art in a beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

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Abstract Art Workshop with Jo Garden Art in a beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

In-person course

Suffolk - Next course on 24th May 2021

£89

2021 dates now scheduled! With the easing of lockdown we are recommencing our Abstract Art workshops (yay!). First date is 24th May with limited places to ensure 2+ mtrs social distancing. Please note the Jo Garden Art studio will be open for drop in visitors for the first & last weekend of June (8/9th and 26/27th) as part of the Suffolk Open Studios event. Come and have a peek at what we do - sculpture kits will be available to take away at a discounted rate. Welcome to an absorbing...

2021 dates now scheduled! With the easing of lockdown we are recommencing our Abstract Art workshops (yay!). First date is 24th May with limited places to ensure 2+ mtrs social...

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Carving & sculpture workshops

In-person course

Cheshire - Next course on 13th April 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...

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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Needle felt workshop

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 13th April 2021

£52

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...

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Creative Art as Therapy

In-person course

Buckinghamshire - Next course on 18th April 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 workshop

In-person course

Warwickshire - Next course on 13th April 2021

£80

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....

Make a beautiful felt bag in The Forest Of Dean

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Make a beautiful felt bag in The Forest Of Dean

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 1st May 2021

£95

Learn to make your own beautiful felt bag on this one day course! Due to Covid, this course is now one to one, or for two people from the same household. You will be shown how different styles of bags are made. How to add handles, flaps or a pocket, and to design the pattern, then helped to make a bag to your own desig I have been making, and teaching felt making for many years now, and have developed this range of courses to cover basic felt making techniques,...

Learn to make your own beautiful felt bag on this one day course! Due to Covid, this course is now one to one, or for two people from the same...