Lace making courses

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Mixed bobbin lace making in Surrey

Surrey - Next course on 30th November 2019

£50

These two days would be an ideal opportunity to relax and make lace pre-Christmas rush. Come along and try your hand at one of the laces below or come along and work on your current project, or have help starting a new project. Join one of my bobbin lace making workshops, or, have your own 1-2-1 session. For those who encounter a problem, with an existing pattern; Tina also holds a lace surgery as & when required. Tina has 26 years experience in making bobbin lace, able to teach in...

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Beginners lace making taster workshop

Surrey - Next course on 8th February 2020

£70

Why not learn a new craft for the New Year and spend a cosy winter weekend with like minded people. During the session Tina will teach you how to prepare, learn the stiches & tensioning your work to produce your first piece of lace and develop each student at their own pace. Bobbin Lace is a the traditional heritage craft and will be taught by an experienced lace maker. Other follow-on courses are available to help extend your Experience & Skills Class size: 10 Students (max). Effingham is accessed from...

Bobbin lace - a week-long break

Somerset - Next course on 21st June 2020

£904

This is a practical course for all abilities of lacemakers from those who have a knowledge of only the basic stitches to those who wish to study advanced techniques in the British and European laces. Many of the continental laces are taught with the aid of a colour-coded diagram to help students continue their work at home. Time will be given to relating threads to patterns and finishing and mounting lace. Tutor Information Patricia Bury has taught over twenty five years at venues throughout the country including the British College...

Honiton lace - weekend break

Somerset - Next course on 3rd April 2020

£338

This practical course is designed for bobbin lacemakers of all abilities. For those who have knowledge of basic bobbin stitches there is the opportunity to be introduced to the techniques of this classic English lace. Those experienced in Honiton lacemaking can expand their skills and understanding of this lace and gain inspiration and guidance on interpretation and design development. Whatever your level, come and enjoy the magic of lacemaking. Tutor Information Liz Trebble started lacemaking in 1978 and became a member of the Devon Lace Teachers in 1985 working for...

Lace Making - 2 night retreat

Stirlingshire - Next course on 3rd April 2020

£385

Whether travelling as an individual, couple or a group - everyone is welcome! Arriving Friday afternoon for a fun, filled weekend of crafting. Staying in Gartmore House with comfortable en suite bedrooms, situated in 75 acres of beautiful surroundings on Gartmore Estate in the heart of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Friendly and warm welcoming staff with excellent tuition for the complete beginner to the more advanced. The course will run Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 4pm and will finish at 4pm on the Sunday afternoon. We...

Lace Making - 5 night retreats

Stirlingshire - Next course on 19th January 2020

£695

Whether travelling as an individual, couple or a group - everyone is welcome! Arriving Sunday afternoon for a fun, filled week of crafting. Staying in Gartmore House with comfortable en suite bedrooms, situated in 75 acres of beautiful surroundings on Gartmore Estate in the heart of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Friendly and warm welcoming staff with excellent tuition for the complete beginner to the more advanced. We offer a complimentary pick up and drop off service from and to Stirling train station to take the stress out...