2316 Arts & Crafts courses

Learn to applique, learn what tools and tricks you need to really make this work for you. Also get to grips with the really free and artistic free motion machine embroidery technique. Set your machine free to draw with it, combined with applique you can make stunning art! This is a very practical and hands on class which will see you appliqueing & free motion stitching in no time, the techniques are easily mastered so you can spend your time creating. Part of a 4 day quilting course, but suitable as a stand alone course too.

Join me in learning how to write uncials.This sixth century broad edge script is simple, elegant and timeless.This course will run for four weeks 7-9 on a Tuesday.Everything will be provided. Beginners and improvers welcome

Running either mornings or afternoons Nicola’s soap making workshop is for 1 or 2 people to make their own 100% natural cold pressed soaps the old fashioned way. We will run a soap making workshop on demand for either 1 or 2 people in Westwell, Kent. On the day you will: Learn about different soap making techniques, Understand the characteristics of various plant oils and their benefits to the skin, Learn the basics of essential oils, Make your own natural soap using the traditional ‘cold pressed’ method. To find out which soaps you can make, get in touch beforehand. All of the soaps are vegan friendly. You’ll need to leave the soap to cure for 6 weeks, after which you can either collect it or I can post it to you. As an added extra Nicola will prepare a selection of natural, locally sourced herbal infusions for you to try out. A 3 hour workshop is £70 per person. This includes 10 bars of cold pressed soap and the postage to send them to you once they’ve cured. What's included in the price? Tea/coffee All equipment and materials 10 bars of cold pressed soap Postage and packing to get the soap to you after it's cured Cancellation policy Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

The Stitchery Frome - Learn to sew in a small group Make a new project each week

BYO materials, canvas, drinks from home and join us for a fun evening painting together and chatting with local artists and art enthusiasts. All is welcome w...

Seasonal wreath making

We are very pleased to be welcoming back this wonderful introduction to working with leather - and to think you will make two fantastic items in a day!

Fashion craft workshops teaching top tips and tricks on how to customise shoes and add crystal embellishment

Creative textiles skills workshop for textiles enthusiasts and teachers

A relaxed and informal Goldwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. A relaxed and informal Goldwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. Learn the unique techniques of the fascinating art of Goldwork Embroidery with a comprehensive design that samples essential specialised goldwork stitches and techniques.