2632 Recreational courses

A short workshop to get to know your sewing machine and gain confidence in stitching seams and topstitching. Problem solving and threading up also covered.

In this live webinar workshop with Marilyn Allis, you will learn how to create a beautiful scene from a Dorset farm using watercolour and mixed-media techniques. In this class, you will focus on bringing farm animals to life when tackling the subject of dairy cows. Don't worry if you're a beginner, Marilyn will guide you through using a combination of mixed-media, including collage and watercolour, to achieve an impressive painting. You'll explore new techniques and approaches in a supportive environment, allowing you to experiment without feeling overwhelmed. - You'll discover how to incorporate subliminal references subtly into your artwork - Marilyn will provide tips and advice suitable for artists of all levels - Learn how to create loose impressionistic paintings without overthinking Throughout the class, you will work with paper for a subliminal underlying story or as a different type of canvas. Using metallic mediums and some ink. This hands-on experience may inspire you to see your subject matter in a new light and develop your skills further. Join Marilyn Allis in this transformative workshop, where you'll learn, create, and explore your artistic abilities in an engaging and encouraging setting.

24-Hour Knowledge Knockdown! Prices Reduced Like Never Before Ever dream of transforming your living space with a fresh coat of paint or elegant wallpaper? Or perhaps you're looking to take your passion for painting and decorating to the next level? The Painting and Decorating industry in the UK is thriving, contributing significantly to the economy with over £6 billion annually. With home improvement and renovation projects on the rise, skilled painters and decorators are in high demand. This QLS Level 7 Painting and Decorating course equips you with the advanced techniques and knowledge to become a highly-sought-after decorator. Our course covers a wide range of topics essential for painting and decorating, from safety tips to intricate techniques. You'll learn about interior and exterior painting, product selection, and application methods. The curriculum also includes detailed modules on wallpapering, canvas painting, and advanced techniques like priming, staining, and brushwork. Through proper and expert guidance, you will gain the skills needed to excel in both residential and commercial settings. This Advanced Diploma in Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 course is endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme and accredited by CPDQS (With 180 CPD points) to make your skill development & career progression more accessible than ever! Learning Outcomes of Painting and Decorating Implement advanced safety protocols for painting and decorating work. Apply expert techniques for interior and exterior painting projects Select appropriate products for various painting and decorating applications Utilise advanced priming priming and staining methods for optimal results Achieve refined brushwork skills for a flawless professional finish Understand and execute proper techniques for applying wallpaper Enrolling in this Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 course empowers you to launch a fulfilling career in the painting and decorating industry. You'll not only impress clients with your exceptional skills but also command a competitive salary. Take control of your future - enrol today! Learning Outcomes of the Advanced Diploma in Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 : Master essential safety practices for painting and decorating. Acquire proficiency in interior and exterior painting techniques. Learn the art of wallpaper application for stunning designs. Develop canvas painting skills using various mediums. Understand priming, staining, brushwork, and corrections and much more... Why Choose Us? Get a Free CPD Accredited Certificate upon completion of Painting and Decorating Get a free student ID card with Painting and Decorating Training program (£10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery) The Painting and Decorating is affordable and simple to understand This course is entirely online, interactive lesson with voiceover audio Get Lifetime access to the Painting and Decorating course materials The Painting and Decorating comes with 24/7 tutor support Take a step toward a brighter future! The QLS Level 7 Painting and Decorating course provides comprehensive training, equipping learners with advanced techniques and practical skills essential for success in the industry. By mastering product selection, application methods, and safety practices, learners enhance their employability and become highly sought-after professionals for residential and commercial projects. The course boosts career opportunities, and increases earning potential. Overall, it prepares learners for a successful and rewarding career in painting and decorating. *** Course Curriculum *** Here is the curriculum breakdown of the Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 course: Painting Safety Tips for Painting Interior Painting Painting your Interiors Walls and Ceilings Windows and Doors Wallpapering Applying Wallpaper Exterior Painting Product Selection Application Tips & Techniques Canvas Painting Priming & Staining Working over a ground color Building Up: Oil & Acrylic Surface Mixing Corrections Brushwork How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the course, you will be able to order your Certificates as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £12.99) CPD Hard Copy Certificate: Free ( Previously it was £29.99) QLS Endorsed Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course: Previously it was £139) CPD 180 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 course is perfect for highly motivated people who want to improve their technical skills and prepare for the career they want! Painters changing careers Aspiring decorators Painting enthusiasts Business owners Trades Tradespeople DIY enthusiasts Requirements No prior background or expertise is required. Career path The Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 course will boost your CV and aims to help you get the job or even the long-awaited promotion of your dreams. Lead Painter Supervisor Project Manager Business Owner Consultant Trainer Certificates Advanced Diploma in Painting and Decorating at QLS Level 7 Hard copy certificate - Included Please note that International students have to pay an additional £10 as a shipment fee. CPD Accredited Digital Certificate Digital certificate - Included Upon passing the Course, you need to order a Digital Certificate for each of the courses inside this bundle as proof of your new skills that are accredited by CPD QS for Free.

Laurel is the essence of personalised ease and style. The perfect gift for the budding writer or professional in your life - maybe that’s you. Never miss a meeting or big idea with this refillable leather diary / notebook cover (A6) that fits easily into a pocket or bag. Laurel features a contrasting adjustable strap with stud fastening to keep your work secure, and two internal card slots perfect for business meetings. Choose your preferred English hand bound paper insert: plain or lined notebook, or diary.  Laurel arrives complete with one insert and additional inserts can be purchased directly from us.  Made from respectfully-sourced Italian vegetable-tanned leather, Laurel is free from harsh chemicals. Over time the luxury leather will develop a buttery soft patina. Make it your own with bespoke personalisation. If you’re gifting Laurel, a personalised message can be embossed to the bottom right corner (as standard), but get in touch if you have other requests.Laurel has been thoughtfully designed and handmade by Hands of Tym, in Oxfordshire, England. Size and Details Slim A6 (Octavo Pocket) removable leather notebook or diary cover Paper size: 140mm x 99mm Thickness: 160 pages Cover size: 155mm x 100mm x 25mm 1x insert includedMade to order and available in multiple colours with contrasting strap. Timeless designFront strap features the Hands of Tym logo. Made from respectfully-sourced Italian vegetable-tanned leather (biodegradable). Hand cut. Handmade. Hand finished. Other Sizes Available: Slim A4 click here (Folio Large) Slim A5 click here (Quarto Medium) REFILL PAD available to purchase Personalisation & Unique stamp  What is personalisation? Personalisation is an embossed stamp of characters including letters, emojis etc. Please select from the options below if you would like to add to your product.What is a Unique Stamp? A unique stamp is a custom stamp made up of an image of your choice. It can be handprints, a drawing, handwriting etc. We can discuss this with you once you place your order. (This is +£45) How this was made Made from respectfully-sourced Italian vegetable-tanned leather, Laurel is free from harsh chemicals. Over time the luxury leather will develop a buttery soft patina. The paper inserts are hand-bound by experienced artisans in England from a quality British paper. Laurel has been thoughtfully designed and handmade by Hands of Tym, in Oxfordshire, England. Material and Care Materials Here at Hands of Tym, we are passionate about sourcing the highest quality sustainable materials. We use responsibly-sourced Italian vegetable-tanned leather. Find out more here.Using only the highest quality cuts, the leather will improve with use and age, developing a soft patina over time. Natural variations are a product feature of this material and contribute to the individual style of the product.The leather is free from harmful chemicals and biodegradable at the end of its life.Hand cut, handmade and hand finished in our workshop in Oxfordshire, England. Care Please note: There may be natural changes in the colour of the materials and they may stain easily. Please be careful with oils and inks. When not in use, store your product in the soft cloth bag (provided) in a cool and dry place. RepairWhen you buy from Hands of Tym, you’re getting so much more than your new purchase. You’re creating a connection with the maker - Georgie Tym. If your leather product becomes damaged (afterall, life happens), contact us to find out about repairing your item. What's included in the price? Laurel arrives complete with one insert and additional inserts can be purchased directly from us. Laurel arrives wrapped in tissue paper inside a black cotton dust bag, including a 'Made for you' card with care instructions and a unique code to identify your handmade leather notebook cover.

This one-day course will focus on the construction of some beautiful Moroccan geometric patterns using the traditional geometers' tools of compass and straightedge. Daniel Docherty will lead the class in a gently guided, step-by-step manner suitable for both beginners and experienced alike.

An indepth online course for developing 3 simple garment blocks: a skirt; a dartless bodice with sleeve and a dartless dress, used to create easy fitting garments of your own design.

1 DAY T-SHIRT PRINTING WORKSHOP £75.00 The perfect introduction to t-shirt screen printing, our beginner workshop is ideal for anyone interested in learning the complete screen printing process or simply looking to print some t-shirts with their own design for a special occasion. The sessions will run from 10am – 4pm with a 1 hour break for lunch. The day will be split as follows: Morning After a short intro into the studio and the process you’ll guided through how to coat and expose your design onto your screen. Afternoon After lunch we’ll cover ink mixing and the process of setting up the t-shirt carousel ready for printing. When the screens are dry and colours are chosen everyone will have a go at printing their t-shirts. Outcome You will take away x5 White Cotton T-shirt printed with your 1 colour graphic all created by you! — To book please scroll through the calendar and click the available date (highlighted in green) that you’d like to attend. All materials are provided including white t-shirts ranging in size from S-XL, if you’d like to supply you own garments please check with us first to make sure that they’re suitable for screen printing. Terms and conditions apply. Cancellation Policy: Please notice that we can’t reschedule or refund a workshop if it is requested 10 or less days before the date of the workshop. We regret we will not be able to replace or rearrange missed sessions either or exchange the price of the workshop for a voucher or another product. Please do not ask us to make exceptions and please understand we cannot accommodate everyones diary changes and sudden change of circumstances.

1 DAY FABRIC PRINTING WORKSHOP £75.00 The perfect introduction to fabric screen printing, our beginner workshop is ideal for anyone interested in learning the complete screen printing process or simply looking to print some tea towels or cushion covers with their own design for a special occasion. The sessions will run from 10am – 4:00pm (subject to class size) with a 30 min break for lunch. The day will be split as follows: Morning After a short intro into the studio and the process you’ll guided through how to coat and expose your design onto your screen. Afternoon After lunch we’ll decide on colours and select print pastes and go through the process of setting up the fabric tables ready for printing. When the screens are dry everyone will have a go at printing their fabric. Each person will walk away with 1 metre of fabric printed with their own 1 or 2 colour design. Outcome You will take away 1 meter of fabric with an experimental 1 to 2 colour printed design. — To book please scroll through the calendar and click the available date (highlighted in green) that you’d like to attend. All materials are provided including white/natural fabric, if you’d like to supply you own fabric please check with us first to make sure that it’s suitable for screen printing with our inks. Terms and conditions apply. Cancellation Policy: Please notice that we can’t reschedule or refund a workshop if it is requested 10 or less days before the date of the workshop. We regret we will not be able to replace or rearrange missed sessions either or exchange the price of the workshop for a voucher or another product. Please do not ask us to make exceptions and please understand we cannot accommodate everyones diary changes and sudden change of circumstances.

1 DAY PAPER PRINTING WORKSHOP £75.00 The perfect introduction to paper screen printing, our beginner workshop is ideal for anyone interested in learning the complete screen printing process or simply looking to print an edition with their own design for a special occasion. The sessions will run from 10am – 4pm with a 1 hour break for lunch, a great opportunity to sample one of the many food kiosks located on levels 5 and 6 of the building. The day will be split as follows: Morning After a short intro into the studio and the process you’ll guided through how to coat and expose your design onto your screen. Afternoon After lunch we’ll cover ink mixing and the process of setting up the paper bed ready for printing. When the screens are dry everyone will have a go at printing.  Outcome You will take away x10 A3 Prints all printed with your one colour design all created by you. — To book please scroll through the calendar and click the available date (highlighted in green) that you’d like to attend. All materials are provided including white 310gsm paper, if you’d like to supply you own paper please check with us first to make sure that it’s suitable for screen printing. Terms and conditions apply. Cancellation Policy: Please notice that we can’t reschedule or refund a workshop if it is requested 10 or less days before the date of the workshop. We regret we will not be able to replace or rearrange missed sessions either or exchange the price of the workshop for a voucher or another product. Please do not ask us to make exceptions and please understand we cannot accommodate everyones diary changes and sudden change of circumstances.

Bespoke lampshade and cushion making workshop, including everything you need to make a lampshade and cushion.