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Upcycling courses, classes and workshops taught all across the UK. Upcycling is all the rage right now in Britain! From clothing to furniture this eco-trend is all about creating your own unique style from cast-offs! Have great fun and be inspired by the myriad ways you can re-use unwanted stuff. Our upcycling courses introduce you to fantastic ways to transform unwanted things into something to cherish. This is a great way to spend time with a group of friends and create new ideas for your wardrobe and home - all from things you used to throw in the bin.

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Furniture upcycling workshop - 1 day

Furniture upcycling workshop - 1 day

In-person course

Lancashire - Next course on 16th June 2021

Would you like to be taken through the process of upcycling a piece of furniture from start to finish? This ‘bring your own piece’ full day course will give you all the tools, tips and advice to beautifully upcycle your piece of furniture. This will include being shown how to prep, sand, paint and finish your item using exciting, modern paint techniques that will breathe a new lease of life into you chosen piece. If you have always wanted to upcycle furniture, but felt like you would benefit from professional...

Would you like to be taken through the process of upcycling a piece of furniture from start to finish? This ‘bring your own piece’ full day course will give you...

Live Online Class - Beginner Rag Rug Techniques - Including Tools worth £30

Live Online Class - Beginner Rag Rug Techniques - Including Tools worth £30

Live online course

- Next course on 1st May 2021

Wherever you are in the country, you can now learn how to rag rug with one of the UK's rag rug experts in our new Ragged Life Live Online Workshops. This online workshop includes all the tools and materials to get you going (worth over £26), which we will post out to you before the class. Have fun turning old t-shirts and forgotten favourites into recycled works of art with the age-old skill of rag rugging. In this online class you will learn all the skills you will need to...

Wherever you are in the country, you can now learn how to rag rug with one of the UK's rag rug experts in our new Ragged Life Live Online Workshops....

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

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

Live online course

- Next course on 24th April 2021

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...

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Workshop - An introduction to the Annie Sloan Method - Techniques 1 by Little Gems Interiors

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Workshop - An introduction to the Annie Sloan Method - Techniques 1 by Little Gems Interiors

In-person course

Suffolk - Next course on 19th June 2021

An ideal workshop for beginners whether you are completely new to craft & painting or simply to Annie Sloan Paint. This workshop will equip you with the basic skills needed to get started with your first up-cycling project and to learn about Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan, sample the paint, brushes & waxes. The main techniques covered are: Colour mixing Two colour distressing Texturing Chalk Paint ™ to achieve a vintage look Cracking Chalk Paint ™ Flat finish Colour wash Wax application

An ideal workshop for beginners whether you are completely new to craft & painting or simply to Annie Sloan Paint. This workshop will equip you with the basic skills needed...

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Workshop - Annie Sloan techniques for colour & style - Techniques 2 by Little Gems Interiors

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Workshop - Annie Sloan techniques for colour & style - Techniques 2 by Little Gems Interiors

In-person course

Suffolk - Next course on 20th June 2021

This is our advanced workshop for anyone who has some experience of using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and would like to learn some fantastic new techniques and gain confidence in using these products and develop your create style. The main techniques covered are: Flat finish Ombre Stencilling Image Transfer Gilding Craqueler Frottage"

This is our advanced workshop for anyone who has some experience of using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and would like to learn some fantastic new techniques and gain confidence in...

Shabby chic skills for beginners

Shabby chic skills for beginners

In-person course

Somerset - Next course on 31st July 2021

Either bring a small piece of furniture you want to work on or choose a chair from the course stock, to use during the day and take home at the end. Day includes changing appearances by -burning -dying -distressed paint effects -oils -salt paint -chalk paint -stencilling

Either bring a small piece of furniture you want to work on or choose a chair from the course stock, to use during the day and take home at the...

Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners in Somerset: two days

Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners in Somerset: two days

In-person course

Somerset - Next course on 22nd May 2021

Upcycling with Pallets two day course. The course will cover the tools and techniques used in taking apart a pallet and turning it into something new, using upcycling skills and reclaimed timber. This course is for anyone who wishes to learn how to turn pallets into something useful. Courses are run every month throughout the year (except August) just ask for the updated list. Day one: During the day we will cover:- • Pallet sourcing. • Taking apart a pallet. • Designing your project. • Marking out. • Using hand...

Upcycling with Pallets two day course. The course will cover the tools and techniques used in taking apart a pallet and turning it into something new, using upcycling skills and...

One day welding course

One day welding course

In-person course

Essex - Next course on 22nd May 2021

Here, at Allied Welding, we are pleased to offer an insight into the vast world of both Arc & MIG welding. Ideal for people who like the idea of being able to weld, but do not want to commit to a lengthy course over many hours and several sessions. With our teacher to student ratio of 1:5 we are able to cover a lot more material whilst providing you with more time with the teacher than what you would get with a normal class. The idea is to take enthusiastic...

Here, at Allied Welding, we are pleased to offer an insight into the vast world of both Arc & MIG welding. Ideal for people who like the idea of being...

Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 4th May 2021

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...

Mosaics - a one day course in Sheringham

Mosaics - a one day course in Sheringham

In-person course

Norfolk - Next course on 12th November 2021

DUE TO LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS I'M UNABLE TO RUN MY COURSES (AS THEY TAKE PLACE FROM MY HOME) One day mosaic courses in Sheringham for up to 4 students, to ensure individual attention. No drawing skills required, I can provide you with a variety of patterns to achieve stunning results! This is a chance to learn the basic techniques & experience some of the joys of working with these wonderful materials – glass, porcelain, china, mirror, ceramic, glass tessesrae (mosaic tiles) and many other ‘found’ materials. Please select 'Chat with the...

DUE TO LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS I'M UNABLE TO RUN MY COURSES (AS THEY TAKE PLACE FROM MY HOME) One day mosaic courses in Sheringham for up to 4 students, to ensure...

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