All courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts in West Midlands

Due to mix enquiries, I have made separate listings for my courses. Kindly see my other listing for my other equally popular Painting Course. Course dates are flexible. And I usually have few slots available, please use the 'chat with the maker' button to contact me for up to date availability of places. This course is suitable for those who want to learn the art of stained glass in a friendly manner. Learn how stained glass windows are leaded, in the company of a small relaxed group and for some...

One day silver jewellery making course for beginners. As popular as ever – even without the boat! Groups or individuals enjoy a stimulating day of jewellery-making in our new comfortable Home Studio and some very nice cake!. The focus is on a really relaxed day out with complementary refreshments offered. We start with some basic copper wire work to get you settled in. Skills are developed throughout the day and later you will walk away with silver jewellery that you have made yourself! Simple plain rings and open bangles, drop...

Produce your own mosaic during a one-day workshop at my studio in Worcestershire. I have vast array of mosaic tiles for you to use plus a range of pre-cut shapes, making it easy for beginners to produce a professional mosaic you will be proud of. Within a warm and friendly environment you will learn how to: >produce and transfer your design >cut and shape vitreous glass tiles >produce a bespoke mosaic >use adhesives and grouts I have been working as a professional mosaic artist for over 16 years and I...

This workshop is aimed for the absolute beginner and anyone who is interested in learning a new skill. Whether it be for a new hobby, to inspire a business opportunity or simply just a great way of spending a few hours learning a new craft, you will leave us feeling proud of your achievements. With the emphasis on fun and flair you will learn to create attractive, scented candles with a variety of waxes, oils and dyes and using some very creative techniques. Everything you make on the day is...

Welcome to exploring this ancient art form of designing with hot beeswax using a tool called a tjanting - which is a small bowl with a funnel that releases the heated wax in a specialist pot, You will draw onto cotton material. Batik dyes are used to then you will iron out the wax before you take your picture home to frame. You will make A5 samples to get used to the various techniques, they also look lovely in a frame or on gift cards. Then your final piece will...

"Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition. (Suitable for Complete Beginners ) Wool painting or wool watercolour, as some people call it, is a unique relatively new technique which originated in St. Petersburg. This is not felt making. It is about creating a fibre picture using merino wool, silk and viscose. Laying and shaping fibres, blending the colours together, creating beautiful textures and effects with a professional Artist Raya Brown is a great experience for complete beginners as well as people with some knowledge of...

This 4 week online Course is suitable for complete beginners and improvers who would like to learn to paint in Watercolour. Each session is 40 minutes live on Tuesday evening and start at 7.00-7.40pm Via Zoom On this Course you will: * learn to prepare your water colour paints and mix colours. * learn a variety of watercolour techniques including, washes, wet in wet, graded, dry brush Flat Wash, Loose watercolour see photos, we will cover a variety of subjects. * will be taught live by your tutor online via...

With Christmas Carols playing softly in the background you are promised a truly festive atmosphere to learn the skills and create a luxurious Christmas Door Garland or Table Arrangement at one of our Master Classes in Albrighton. Absolutely no experience necessary. Welcome Tea / Coffee on arrival, break half way through for complementary fizz & festive refreshments. Please click 'Chat with the Maker' for further information, Classes have limited availability. Groups are very welcome Various Dates Available Classes in Albrighton WV7 & Rugeley Staffordshire.

This workshop is for beginners who have little experience with their machine and would like to progress to sewing a zip. We will be introducing you to using a zip foot and making 3 or 4 zipped and lined bags in various styles. These bags have so many uses; make up bags, accessory bags, handbag organisers, pencil cases, the list is endless!! Beware, you may become addicted to making these zipped bags! ....they make great Christmas gifts too! It is best if you have some experience of threading up a...

Come and have a go at working with silver. You will have a choice of making a ring, a pair of simple earrings or a pendant. I will show you how to texture, anneal, solder, form and polish your chosen project. IMPORTANT - Please arrive promptly at the arranged start time. You are welcome to arrive 10 minutes early but there will be an additional charge of £3 for every 10 minutes for any extra time taken up such as lateness and/or running over the session time. I aim to...