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In this wonderfully creative private session, you will make, decorate, and glaze your unique hand-built pieces from clay for firing. You will learn a range of hand building techniques to create beautiful pieces that you can cherish forever. Examples of what you can make include vases, dishes, plaques, tiles, plant pots, candle holders and much more.

An inspiring practical day learning Gell printing textiles skills with textiles artist Sue Cooper.

Make some beautiful jewellery and learn the skills involved with an experienced tutor in a well equipped workshop. No experience necessary. You'll love it!

Woodcarving courses

A full day workshop to create a wet felted landscape using merino wool a variety of effect fibres. Small group tuition, all materials and lunch are provided.

Join our Cold Process Soap Workshop in Holmfirth! Learn to make beautiful, natural soaps with high-quality ingredients and essential oils. Perfect for beginners and soap enthusiasts. Book your spot now for a creative and fun-filled experience!

Make Your Own Jewellery Masterclass Create a bespoke Ring   The ultimate curated jewellery-making experience! Join us and book our upcoming jewellery Masterclass run by Kristina Smith founder of Ark Jewellery. Jewellery Making Experience   A fabulous curated jewellery making experience. Create your bespoke, memorable ring to treasure forever and pass it down to generations. Make a personal, special gift to a loved one, presented in a beautiful branded gift box and package. You will receive all the tools needed as well as one-to-one tutorials within the group and 2 wax rings. Lost for ideas? Kristina will help you with tips and techniques for creating beautiful patterns and textures. We will cast and polish your ring in recycled silver (or gold at additional cost depending on weight and carat) and send it back to you in a branded gift box and packaging using sustainable materials to delight you or your loved ones. One to One tutorials are also available. This would be valuable if you are planning on making your wedding ring or want to work with gold.  Group Bookings for Celebrations, Bridal Parties, and Corporate Events What could be more fun than getting together with friends for a special occasion such as a birthday or bridal party to be entertained and get creative together? A glass of Prosecco on arrival will ensure an unforgettable day for everyone. The memories, as well as the jewellery, will always remind you of the special bond you have... 

Beginners sewing clothes workshop - create a top or dress using Tilly and the buttons Indigo pattern (included in cost of workshop)

Located between Canterbury and Ashford, join us on the beautiful Kent Downs for this introductory 1 day coiled basket course. Coiled baskets are baskets made from bunches of plant fibres such as straw or hay, Those fibres are wound in a continuous spiral around themselves. The coils are kept in place using thread, the work being done stitch by stitch and coil by coil. Coiled basketry was practiced by our hunter-gatherer ancestors all around the world. They were commonplace in the British Isles, although more so in Scotland; in England they were often referred to as lip work baskets. We’ve put together this coiled basketry course for anyone who likes to use their hands and would like to learn this fabulous ancestral skill. You will be introduced to the materials and tools required and then be guided through the process to make your own round, coiled basket. Throughout the day you will: Learn how to create all the elements of a coiled basket, so the base, the sides, stitching and how to finish it all off with a border. We will discuss care of your basket, making different basket shapes, and alternative materials that can be used as well as hay. At the end of the day you will come away with the satisfaction of having created a wonderful basket that’s unique and has a wide range of practical uses. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? We'll supply all tools and materials for the course. We'll make sure the kettle is on the go and supply tea, coffee and biscuits. Cancellation policy Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Located between Canterbury and Ashford, join us on the beautiful Kent Downs for this introductory 1 day basket weaving course. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors were particularly skilled at making baskets using a host of different materials for a wide range of uses, from purely practical to ceremonial. We’ve put together this basket weaving course for anyone who would like to learn this fabulous skill. This day course will look at the ancient craft of willow basketry. You will be introduced to the materials and tools required and then be guided through the process to make your own round, handled, willow basket. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. Through the day we will also look at: - Alternative weaves such as randing and wailing - How to make oval and rectangular shaped baskets - Different border designs, - Collecting and preparing your own materials from the hedgerow. Time permitting we will also explore other methods of basketry such as coiled and rubbed baskets. What's included in the price? We will provide all tools and materials as well as a plentiful supply of tea and coffee. Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts