31 Fabric courses in Waltham Abbey

LEATHER CRAFT AND LEATHER SEWING TECHNIQUES: WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT? This is a theoretical and practical introductory group tuition during which you will be taught common, essential leather crafting and sewing techniques and understand how working with leather differs from working with vegan leather or fabric.You will be taught how to correctly use hand tools, how to sew leather by hand and understand the most common finishing and construction techniques used in bag and accessory making. You will learn about different types of leather and understand how to select the correct type of material(s) for your project. You will receive an overview of the technical aspects of working with leather and constructing bags and accessories such as inking, burninshing, marking, cutting, gluing, reinforcing, skiving, debossing and more.You will learn how to saddle stitch, select the appropriate tools for this sewing technique, and produce your own samples of work to take home with you.You will receive relevant, useful and informative handouts as well as lists of leather and tool suppliers. At the end of the lesson, you will have the choice to create a simple hand-sewn leather item, such as a simple purse or card holder, to take home with you, or to practice more techniques.This is a professional course delivered by a prototype maker and manufacturer, with the aim of providing an overview and hands-on experience on more common leather working practices. At the end of the tuition you will have: – Gained an understanding of leather types, tanning methods, leather characteristics and the best uses for specific projects. – Gained confidence in using specific tools for preparing, marking, finishing, cutting leather and fastening fittings. – Understood and practiced leather craft techniques such as inking, beveling and burnishing techniques – Understood what it means to work with different leather types and thicknesses and have the ability to source and select the correct tools and materials for your projects. – Understood how to manipulate leather using tools, reinforcement, stabilisers and stiffeners in crucial areas of bags and accessories. – Gained confidence in sewing by hand and obtained the skills to realise some simple leather items independently. WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT?Below is a list of topics covered during the classes: LEATHER, VEGAN LEATHER AND HAND TOOLS: – Understanding leather: overviews on types of leather, tanning, finishings and best use– Vegan leathers: an overview on different types and features – Understanding how to choose the right materials for your project and the appropriate tools for those materials – Leather preparing, pattern placement and marking on leather – Cutting complex shapes using a variety of tools – Using leather punches – Understanding the use of skiving, beveling and creasing – Finishing leather edges: painting vs burnishing – Using various leather glues and tapes – Understand the use of reinforcements, fusings and stabilisers to back leather – Prototyping and manufacturing leather goods: mentions of different working methods, machines and tools HAND SEWING: – To understand the different options, characteristics, and proper application of the tools used in saddle stitching – To learn the basics of saddle stitching leather and understood the different the tools and materials used in the technique CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: – To create a small, simple hand stitched leather item to take home with you INCLUDED IN THE COURSE: You will be provided with useful digital and paper handouts which contain:– A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), including a description of what they are and how they are used– A list of recommended suppliers for both leather and fittings (physically in London and online)– A glossary containing essential key words related to the topic of the lesson– A glossary containing information about leather types and characteristics WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?This course is suitable for total beginners, beginners with some experience and intermediate.You should be able to use measurements and understand verbal and written English instructions.   ARE THERE ANY OTHER COSTS? IS THERE ANYTHING I NEED TO BRING?Materials are included.Feel free to bring a notepad, if you would like to take some notes, we will provide the rest. HOW LONG IS THIS TUITION?:This tuition will require up to 12 hours to complete. We aim to provide customised and high quality tuition services and by only allowing up to 6 students at a time, we are able to focus on each person needs and interests.As every student has a different level of ability and previous experience, this course might lead some students to complete the core aspects of the lesson in a shorter time frame than others.Students who complete the course early will be welcome to stay and use the studio facilities to exercise on the topics of the lesson.

Total FabricPath training course description A comprehensive look at Cisco's FabricPath. This course starts with the problems in traditional switched networks then moves onto to how FabricPath solves these problems. As IS-IS is key to loop free topologies in FabricPath networks, this protocol is also studied. What will you learn Explain the benefits of FabricPath. Explain how FabricPath works Explain the role of IS-IS in FabricPath. Integrate FabricPath into existing networks. Total FabricPath training course details Who will benefit: Technical staff working with FabricPath. Prerequisites: Definitive Ethernet switching for engineers Duration 1 day Total FabricPath training course contents What is FabricPath? Layer 2 versus Layer 3, STP problems: One path, convergence, MAC explosion. Frame routing. Shortest path. Comparison with TRILL. FabricPath architecture Core and edge, VLANs, vPC+. IS-IS Link layer IS-IS, SPF trees, traffic management. IS -IS extensions for FabricPath. ISIS TLV. FabricPath forwarding Routing table, Switch IDs, multi destination trees, IGMP snooping. Roots. MAC versus switch tables. FabricPath Dynamic Resource Allocation Protocol (DRAP). FabricPath frames Encapsulation, frame format, Switch ID, Forwarding tag. Miscellaneous Basic configuration, interoperation with STP, TCN forwarding

If you have at least 5 years working experience and you would like to attain Gold Card status via the Experienced Worker route by joining the City & Guilds 2346 NVQ Level 3, you will also need to hold the below two pre-requisite qualifications: City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing Course C&G 2382-22 BS7671 18th Edition

STP alternatives training course description The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) dates from 1985. This course explores the technologies that can be used as an alternative to STP, including FabricPath, SPB and TRILL. What will you learn Explain how STP and RSTP work. Explain how TRILL works. Explain how SPB works. Explain how FabricPath works. STP alternatives training course details Who will benefit: Technical network staff. Prerequisites: Definitive Ethernet switching for engineers Duration 1 day STP alternatives training course contents Introduction Layer 2 versus Layer 3, STP problems: One path, convergence, MAC explosion, STP alternatives. STP 802.1D, how STP works, root bridge, convergence times, single path. RSTP 802.1w, Improvements, convergence times. Link aggregation 802.3ad, Multi system Link aggregation. IS-IS Concepts, Discovery, topology exchange, flooding. Changes for TRILL, FabricPath and SPB. FabricPath Overview, architecture, control plane protocols, DRAP, STP interactions, packet forwarding, configuration. TRILL Concepts, RBridge, TRILL frames, control plane, data plane, learning MAC addresses. SPB 802.1aq, Node ID, Backbone Edge Bridges, Backbone MAC address, customer MACs, I-SID, forwarding database.

Definitive Ethernet switching course description A hands on comprehensive look at Ethernet switches with extensive coverage of VLANs. The course focuses on the technology and not any one manufacturers product enabling delegates to configure switches from any manufacturer. What will you learn Configure and troubleshoot switches using: Console port telnet HTTP TFTP Configure and troubleshoot switch features such as: Duplex/speed Port based MAC security Spanning Tree Link aggregation Tagged ports Configure and troubleshoot VLANs. Definitive Ethernet switching course details Who will benefit: Technical staff. Prerequisites: Intro to data communications & networking. Duration 3 days Definitive Ethernet switching course contents What is Ethernet? LANs, network cards and cables, CSMA/CD, Ethernet frames, Ethernet evolution, 802.3. Hands on: ping, Ethernet speeds, CSMA/CD. Ethernet layer 2 Layer 2 functions, NICs, MAC addresses, unicasts, multicasts and broadcasts, frame formats. Hands on: Configuring NICs, Analysing MAC addresses with Wireshark IP and Ethernet Relationship Hands on: ARP. What is a switch? Switches connect multiple devices, switches versus hubs, simultaneous conversations, switches work at layer 2, the forwarding database, how the forwarding database is built, broadcast and collision domains Hands on: Difference between hubs and switches. Switch configuration Switch configuration Managed/unmanaged switches, configuration methods, reasons to configure switches. Console ports, HyperTerminal (and alternatives). Hands on: Using the console port to troubleshoot and configure switches. Switches in more detail Latency, forwarding mechanisms, switch fabrics. Hands on: Using telnet and HTTP to switches. Ethernet extensions Auto negotiation, Power over Ethernet. Hands on:Configuring and troubleshooting switch ports: Speed, duplex and security. Redundant links Loops, broadcast storms, STP, BPDU format, STP convergence. Hands on: Tracking blocked ports. STP convergence. Backbone links Architectures, link aggregation, LACP, load sharing, resilience. Hands on: fail over times. VLANs Virtual versus physical LANs, Why have VLANs? Broadcast domains, Creating VLANs, Assigning ports to VLANs. Hands on: Analysing the effect of VLANs on traffic. Enterprise VLANs VLANS are internal, multiple VLANs, Load balancing, Default VLAN, VLAN registration protocols: VTP, GVRP, MVRP. Hands on: VLANs on multiple switches. Tagging/Trunking Reason for tagging, terminology, tagging process, 802.1Q, Tag format, VLAN stacking. Hands on: Configuring and troubleshooting tags. STP variants RSTP, Common STP, Multiple STP, PVST, ring alternatives. Hands on: RSTP. Inter VLANs Layer 3 switching, IP addressing rules, Interconnecting VLANs. Hands on: Routing between VLANs. Troubleshooting Ethernet Methods, tools, locating faults, layer 1 issues, layer 2 issues Hands on: Fixing the network.

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Why Choose V-Ray for Rhino Essentials Training? Master photorealistic rendering in Rhino with our intensive V-Ray training. Led by certified experts, learn lighting, material manipulation, rendering configurations, textures, and global illumination.  Check our Website Training Duration: 10 hours Approach: 1-on-1, in-Person and Live online and Customized Content.   Flexibility: 1-on-1 sessions scheduled at your convenience, from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Vray for Rhino Essentials - 10 Hours Course Session 1: Introduction to Vray and Rhino Integration Overview of Vray: Understanding its importance in architectural and product visualization. Setting up Vray in Rhino: Installation, basic configurations, and interface exploration. Understanding the Rhino-Vray workflow: Navigating between Rhino and Vray seamlessly. Session 2: Basic Lighting Techniques Exploring different light sources: Domes, spotlights, and area lights. Adjusting light intensity and color temperature for realistic ambiance. Creating natural lighting scenarios: Daylight, twilight, and night scenes. Session 3: Mastering Material Creation Introduction to Vray materials: Diffuse, reflection, refraction, and bump maps. Crafting realistic materials: Wood, glass, metal, and fabrics. Utilizing the material editor efficiently for precise adjustments. Session 4: Advanced Rendering Configurations Global Illumination: Understanding photon mapping and irradiance mapping. Fine-tuning render settings: Quality vs. speed, resolution, and anti-aliasing. Exploring Vray frame buffer: Post-processing and image enhancement. Session 5: Texture Manipulation and Mapping Understanding UV mapping: Unwrapping complex geometries for accurate textures. Applying textures in Vray: Diffuse, bump, displacement, and normal maps. Realistic texture manipulation: Scaling, rotation, and blending textures seamlessly. Session 6: Camera Settings and Scene Composition Camera configurations: Focal length, depth of field, and exposure settings. Composing visually appealing scenes: Rule of thirds, focal points, and balance. Rendering interior and exterior scenes: Managing lighting challenges and reflections. Session 7: Real-Time Feedback and Interactive Rendering Introduction to Vray interactive rendering: Real-time feedback for quick adjustments. Utilizing Vray's denoiser for noise reduction in interactive mode. Enhancing productivity with interactive rendering: Modifying materials and lighting on the fly. Session 8: Optimizing Render Times Efficient render optimization techniques: Reducing noise and enhancing quality. Distributed rendering: Utilizing multiple machines for faster rendering. Troubleshooting common rendering issues: Flickering, artifacts, and texture problems. Session 9: Post-Processing and Presentation Post-production in Photoshop: Enhancing renders, adding depth, and adjusting colors. Creating compelling visual narratives: Adding people, context, and atmosphere. Designing professional presentation boards: Layout, annotations, and graphic elements. Session 10: Final Project and Portfolio Review Participants showcase their final Vray-rendered projects. Instructor-led critique and feedback session. Tips for building a strong portfolio: Choosing the best renderings and presenting your work effectively. By the end of this 10-hour course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Vray for Rhino, enabling them to create photorealistic renderings and significantly enhance their design visualization skills. Upon completing the Vray for Rhino Essentials course, participants will: Master Lighting Techniques: Expertly utilize various light sources. Create realistic lighting scenarios for diverse scenes. Advanced Material Proficiency: Manipulate complex materials and textures for lifelike renders. Understand reflective surfaces and material interaction. Optimize Rendering Settings: Fine-tune render configurations for optimal quality and speed. Implement noise reduction techniques for cleaner renders. Texture Mapping Mastery: Perfect UV mapping methods for accurate texture application. Seamlessly blend textures for realistic surface mapping. Effective Camera Use and Composition: Configure camera settings, depth of field, and exposure. Compose visually appealing scenes for impactful renders. Real-Time Rendering Skills: Utilize interactive rendering for immediate feedback and adjustments. Enhance scenes in real time for efficient workflow. Post-Processing Expertise: Enhance renders in post-production using software tools. Add depth, adjust colors, and create visually compelling final images. Professional Presentation Techniques: Design layouts, annotations, and context to create impactful visual narratives. Curate a strong portfolio with the best-rendered projects. By honing these skills, participants will produce photorealistic renders and significantly enhance their architectural and product visualization capabilities. Skills You'll Gain: Master lighting techniques for realistic visualization. Learn material manipulation and texture enhancement in Vray. Understand advanced rendering configurations for high-quality results. Explore global illumination concepts for lifelike scenes. Career Opportunities: Upon completing Vray for Rhino Essentials, you'll be well-equipped for various roles in the design and visualization industry, including: Architectural Visualizer: Create stunning architectural visualizations for presentations and client approvals. Product Designer: Enhance product design by creating photorealistic prototypes and visualizations. Interior Designer: Craft immersive interior spaces with realistic lighting and material textures. 3D Visualization Artist: Work in animation studios, gaming companies, or marketing agencies, producing high-quality 3D visualizations. Freelance Rendering Specialist: Offer your skills on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, providing rendering services to clients worldwide. Course Highlights: Acquire fundamental skills in V-Ray for Rhino, covering lighting, materials, and rendering setups. Explore advanced techniques for lifelike textures, reflections, and global illumination effects. Master the workflow for crafting architectural renderings, both interior and exterior. Harness the power of V-Ray features like proxies, fur, and particle systems for dynamic visuals. Optimize render times and quality using efficient techniques and expert tips. Validate your expertise with a Certificate of Completion, showcasing your V-Ray proficiency. Access recorded lessons for future reference, enabling self-paced learning and continuous improvement. Professional Guidance: Learn from certified tutors and industry experts with extensive practical experience. Gain valuable insights and personalized feedback as you progress through the course, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of V-Ray for Rhino.

With this 2 hour workshop, you will learn to make your own lampshade. You can choose from our wide range of over 1400+ fabrics to make a lampshade. You can match this to your home decor if you so wish.

A relaxed and informal Blackwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. This course has been designed to guide the complete beginner or act as a refresher for those who may have dabbled in Blackwork embroidery in the past. We will cover the history, styles of Blackwork embroidery, threads and techniques.

Join us for a day of discussions and insights on EDI and the Six Stages Framework at our in-person event on June 28, 2024!     THE EDI ROUNDTABLE & SIX STAGES FRAMEWORK CONFERENCE 2024 Navigating & Challenging Everyday Racism and Discriminations. Embedding EDI into your Workplace & Schools Frameworks for Measuring Impact & Progress   Don't miss out on our Annual trailblazing event! Our pioneering event is back by popular demand. Empower your own self development and improve diversity and inclusion in your organisation or workplace. Check out testimonials from last year.   Tickets are now on sale. Only £30 including lunch!   Book now     https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl   Join Us In Creating a More Inclusive World.   Are you ready to dive deep into the complexities of equality, diversity, and inclusion? Have you ever wondered how different sectors can collaborate to enhance racial justice and belonging in our ever-evolving society?   Online agenda and details of speakers and panelists https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-agenda/   Check out our Speaker/Panelists and Hosts. https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-round-table-2024/   https://youtu.be/DDfQtNJsNKE https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl    Information for Schools https://www.sixstagesframework.com/schools/   What's Involved? This one-day event is not to be missed. We understand the challenges many face in embedding EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) into the fabrics of their organisation.    The Six Stages Inclusive Framework helps organisation (and schools) go beyond performative measures: cultural celebrations, conversations about unconscious bias and white privilege to real action and implementation.    It supports evidence-based practice and data gathering, obtaining base line measures through the Six Stages Framework Diversity Assessments which enable you to chart your progress.   Who’s the Conference For? Corporate Organisations Schools & Local Authorities Health Services Higher Education Police and Criminal Justice Anyone passionate about EDI   An amazing venue!   The Conference will take place at St Martin-in-the Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ on June 28th, 2024, set in the heart of London. Take a 3D tour of our venue here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=74N3JkZtuq4   Engage with Visionaries   Check out our Speaker/Panelists and Hosts. https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-round-table-2024/   Start your day with groundbreaking insights from leading experts. Our opening address and keynotes will set the stage for a series of powerful discussions, including:   Diverse Cross-Functional Roundtable: Engage with top professionals in a dynamic panel discussion, followed by an audience Q&A. Exclusive stimulating and thought-provoking conversation between the dynamic sister duo, Afua Hirsch: Award-winning writer, journalist, former barrister and filmmaker; and  Dr. Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology Limited. Networking Lunch: Connect with like-minded individuals and grow your professional network over lunch.  Afternoon Sessions: Dr. Shungu H. M'gadzah: will present a compelling keynote on "The Six Stages Framework: Understanding and Dealing with Everyday Racism.”  Exploring practical applications in various sectors and drawing from the SSF transformational toolkit.   Workshops: To consolidate and explore the days learning and make recommendations to be published in our annual report.   Who's Speaking? Dr. Shungu H. M'gadzah: Six Stages Framework & Inclusion Psychologists Ltd Dr. Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology Afua Hirsch: Award-winning writer, journalist, former barrister and filmmaker   Visit the wide range of market stalls and bookstore on display.  Explore the books from This is Book Love an award-winning collective and bookstore curating and showcasing and bringing together the best multicultural content the world of arts has to offer Schools, Nurseries, Public and corporate spaces www.thisisbooklove.com   Get Your Tickets Tickets are now on sale. Join us for our Annual trailblazing event! Only £30 including lunch!     Book now       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-frameworks-for-inclusive-organisations-measuring-impact-tickets-909290140287?aff=oddtdtcreator     https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl   Link for more Information & Testimonials about last year’s event: https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/post/exploring-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-through-different-professional-lenses-the-six-stages-fr-2   For sponsorship opportunities or Market stalls contact Dr. Shungu at: drshungu@inclusionpsychologists.comor Dr Ama Dr. Ama Collison    Market stalls: We also have space for market stalls at a cost of £100 so if you know organisations who may be interested. Sponsorship: In terms of sponsorship, we are looking for any contribution to costs. We currently have one sponsor- Inclusivitti. https://www.inclusivitii.com/ Support with the event and donations Any help in publicising the event would be appreciated as well as any donations or sponsors. Organisers: https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/ Dr Shungu H. M'gadzah, Six Stages Framework https://www.millennialpsychology.co.uk/ Dr Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology https://www.diversifyworld.com/ Mr Romain Muhammad: Diversify World Sponsors: Inclusivitti https://www.inclusivitii.com/ Venue: St Martin- in- the- Fields Here is the link to our online 3D tour. Take a 3D tour of our venue here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=74N3JkZtuq4 Best wishes,   Shungu   Dr Shungu Hilda M'gadzah Director & Lead Consultant Psychologist Inclusion Psychologists Ltd Tel: 07956 965 266   AUTHOR: Understanding & Dealing with Everyday Racism- The Six Stages Framework The Six Stages Framework Book   https://www.sixstagesframework.com   www.inclusionpsychologists.com  https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/book-online   Psychology today directory https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/774567   Follow me on twitter. https://twitter.com/DrShunguM   LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/shunguhildamgadzah/