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Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

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Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

Devon - Next course on 25th January 2020

£180

A two day course learning the skills and techniques of green woodworking, with an emphasis on contemporary design and detailing. Maximum of 6 students. You will make either a low stool or a side table using a variety of edge tools. Starting with a fresh cut log you will learn how to cleave the wood with a froe and wedges, then shape it on the shaving horse with drawknife and spokeshave. Joints used will be through-wedged-tenons. Use of contrasting timbers, and sculpted free-form table tops or seats are all available...

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Don White Woodturning Experience.

Cornwall

£150

One day woodturning course with Don White. There is 500sq.ft of fully equipped workshop space with full dust extraction to all machinery. The “Hands-On” course is structured to cover basic principles, but is also flexible enough to be tailored to individual requirements. Tool identification, bevel angles and sharpening will be discussed and demonstrated, enabling the student to apply proven cutting techniques which will result in minimizing sanding and less dust. Work Holding methods, such as face-plates/chucks/ drive & revolving centres, will be used as required. Health & Safety issues are...

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A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

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A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

Sussex - Next course on 8th November 2019

£160

This workshop offers a wonderful introduction to the art of kiln formed glass, using solely Bullseye transparent, opal and iridescent glass. You will gain an understanding of the materials, techniques and processes involved while producing your own masterpiece! Using sheet glass, frits, stringers and wire, you will be shown how to cut glass, add inclusions and create voids & bubbles. These one day courses run twice a month on Friday and Saturdays, if there are 4 or more of you and you'd like your own date, just give me a...

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Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

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Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

Devon - Next course on 9th November 2019

£295

Learn to use glass enamels! Steve is one of only a few professional glass artists choosing to work with enamel powders to colour the glass (as opposed to using pre-coloured glass such as Bullseye). He has developed his own techniques for working with these enamels, creating unique patterns and effects. Steve will share these techniques with you, and take you step- by-step through the glass-fusing process so that you can create your own unique piece of fused glass art. Whats the plan? After a health & safety briefing, Steve will...

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Green wood chair making - 6 day woodworking course in Devon

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Green wood chair making - 6 day woodworking course in Devon

Devon

£450

Green wood chair making course - 6 days. Starting with an unseasoned log you will learn how to create a beautiful and unique chair which will last for generations. This is one of the most satisfying green wood projects and the course is suitable for complete beginners and experienced woodworkers alike. The "post and rung" construction uses the natural properties of green wood to produce incredibly strong, glue-free joints. During the course you will learn to split wood accurately, and shape it using draw knife and spoke shaves. Using the...

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Upholstery course - bring your own project

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Upholstery course - bring your own project

Cornwall - Next course on 2nd November 2019

£150

We run regular weekend courses in upholstery and restoration. They are run by Polly, who has been in the industry for over 10 years and teaching in London for over 7 years so you'll be in safe hands. Five day courses are also available. We try to ensure that all your needs are taken care of so you are free to relax, unwind, get hands on creative and to make new friends too. You can bring your own project and all levels are welcome, so don't worry if you're a...

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Contemporary encaustic wax introductory workshop

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Contemporary encaustic wax introductory workshop

Dorset

£150

A one day introductory workshop for a maximum of two persons. Each session covers the basics of working with hot beeswax in a textural, layered way, but can be customised for Artists who are looking to take it to another level. As I offer personal tuition, please contact me for a mutually convenient date and join me in my studio on the Isle of Portland, Dorset. This unusual and dramatic coastal location offers so much inspiration for my work, and I hope will inspire you too. During the session you...

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Green wood creative seating course

Devon - Next course on 4th May 2020

£475

Six day green wood creative seating course. A six day course run from the Devon Green Wood Centre on the beautiful South Devon Coast. Combining the skills of traditional Windsor chair making with techniques of free-form green wood furniture construction, this course will enable you to design and develop a chair or other seat with a strong sculptural presence. A chance to work with irregular shaped wood to create a visually stunning piece. This course is a creative exploration of the possibilities of green woodworking and is suitable for beginners,...

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Textile landscape workshop in Dorset

Dorset - Next course on 27th October 2019

£70

On this one-day course, the techniques of layering and stitching fabrics that I have developed will be used to build up a landscape. Learn how to use colour and texture to create depth, using a simple running stitch on either an electric or hand sewing machine. No specific sewing skills or sophisticated machines are needed for this technique but by incorporating drawing and painting, you will be sure of making original and unique work as well as learning a new approach. Please bring your own sewing machine if possible as...

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

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

Somerset

£90

You can choose just to do the Upcycling with Pallets course as a one day course or stay for the whole weekend (for just £165)! 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...