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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours Overview SDWAN Overview Cisco SDWAN Hardware Deploying the Overlay Configuring vManage Deploying using Templates Creating Policies Monitoring vManage vAnalytics Troubleshooting Tools for VManage In this Implementation and Configuration SDWAN Course, students will deploy and configure SD-WAN Controllers, vEdge Devices, and Cisco IOS-XE Devices. Students will create Multiple Device and CLI Templates that will allow Hundreds of devices to be deployed using only a few Centralized Templates. Students will create Security Policies to enable the Enterprise Firewall, IDS/IPS, URL Filtering, and Web Layer Security to protect and allow Enterprises to deploy Cloud applications as well as Direct Internet Access (DIA). Students will also create Local and Central Policies that enable a Centralized Policy control of WAN Routing and device QOS configuration and enforcement. Students will also learn how Cisco SD-WAN allows Enterprises to deploy an effective Cloud Solutions such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. Students will also learn how to Monitor and Troubleshoot the SD-WAN Solution. SDWAN Overview Describe what a Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) is Describe the secure extensible network Describe the function of the virtual IP fabric created in the SD-WAN solution What is SDWAN Cisco Cloud vs On-premises vs private cloud management Cisco IWAN vs Viptela SDWAN IWAN Migration to SDWAN SDWAN Integration with Cisco Cisco SDWAN Licensing Deploying Cisco SDWAN Controllers On-Prem vs Cloud deployment vManage NMS vBond Orchestrator Deploy the vSmart Controller Controller High Availability Cluster Management Cisco SDWAN Certificates and Whitelists On-Prem vs Cloud Certificate deployment Controller Certificates Hardware Device Certificates Software Device Certificates Certificates Device Whitelists Controller Whitelists Cisco SDWAN Edge Devices vEdge Appliances vEdge Cloud Cisco IOS-XE Platforms Cisco CSR 1000V Router Cisco 54xx Enterprise Network Compute System (ENCS) Cisco SDWAN Fabric and Overview Virtual Fabric Overview Overlay Management Protocol Transport Locators (TLOCs) Multicast TCP Optimization Opening Firewall Ports Software Installation and Upgrade vEdge Routers Deploying vEdge Routers Migrating IOS-XE Devices to Cisco SD-WAN Zero Touch Provisioning Deploy AWS Gateway using the AWS Wizard Cisco SD-WAN Security Solution Security SDWAN IOS-XE Security SDWAN vEdge Security Firewall Ports Control Plane Security Data Plane Security Traffic Segmentation Service Chaining Cloud Security Enterprise Firewall Quality of Service Application Visibility and Recognition Differentiated Services-Quality of Service Critical Applications SLA Path MTU Discovery TCP Performance Optimization Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD) vEdge Router Queuing Configuring vManage Using the vManage Interface Using the vManage Dashboard Administration Configuration SD-WAN Templates Templates Wide Area Application Server (WAAS) Maintenance Configure Cisco Umbrella Quality of Service (QoS) SD-WAN Policies Local Policies vs Central Policies Policies Smart policies (Control, Data, AppRoute, cflowd) SD-WAN Cloud OnRamp SAAS Cloud OnRamp IAAS vAnalytics Applications Network Availability Network Health vAnalytics Dashboard Monitoring vManage Network ACL Log Alarms Audit Log Events Geography View Device Information View Link Information Configure Geographic Coordinates for a Device Troubleshooting Tools for vManage Using vManage to Troubleshoot the environment Operational Commands Rediscover Network CLI Command to troubleshoot the environment. SSH Terminal Additional course details: Nexus Humans ICSDWAN-CT-Implementing, Configuring, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting Cisco (Viptela)SDWAN training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the ICSDWAN-CT-Implementing, Configuring, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting Cisco (Viptela)SDWAN course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Blockchain - Coming to a Transaction Near You Blockchain is a technology for enabling and managing transactions and data sharing, bringing a level of security, transparency, and efficiency never before possible. Given how fundamental transactions are to how we function as a society, this evolution will have a transformative effect not just on business, but to how we live. Hyperledger is the fastest growing initiative in Linux Foundation history and Hyperledger Fabric, the work Mark has led, includes over 159 engineers from 28 organizations around the world. Project Management will need to understand the implications for business processes and how working with an open source community might be leveraged within the PM discipline. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

Are you ready to step into the glamorous world of fashion and become a trendsetting stylist? Our comprehensive course, 'Fashion Stylist Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling,' is your ticket to unlock the secrets of this exciting industry. This course is designed to not only introduce you to the fundamentals of fashion styling but also ignite your creative spark, so you can confidently craft unique styles that leave a lasting impression. With modules ranging from understanding fashion elements to mastering sustainability, we're here to shape you into a versatile fashion stylist who can flourish in today's dynamic fashion landscape. Learning Outcomes Gain a deep understanding of the fashion industry's dynamics and the role of a fashion stylist. Master the art of combining various styling elements to create captivating looks that resonate with diverse audiences. Unleash your creativity and learn to conceptualize and execute fashion styles that tell compelling stories. Acquire the expertise to tailor fashion choices to different body shapes, making clients look and feel their best. Explore the world of fabrics, from their types to trends, and understand how they influence fashion design and sustainability. Why buy this Fashion Stylist Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this Fashion Stylist Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling course for? This Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning. Aspiring Fashion Enthusiasts looking to start a career in styling. Students or Graduates in Fashion or Related Fields seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. Fashion Bloggers and Influencers aiming to level up their style game. Wardrobe Stylists eager to expand their expertise in the industry. Anyone with a passion for fashion and a desire to create stunning, sustainable styles. Prerequisites This Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Fashion Stylist: £25,000 - £50,000 per year Personal Shopper: £20,000 - £40,000 per year Wardrobe Consultant: £22,000 - £45,000 per year Fashion Blogger/Influencer: Earnings vary widely based on followers and brand collaborations. Costume Designer: £30,000 - £60,000 per year Fashion Editor: £25,000 - £50,000 per year Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Fashion Stylist Introduction to Fashion Stylist 00:17:00 Module 02: Styling Elements Styling Elements 00:16:00 Module 03: Styling Creativity & Conceptualisation Styling Creativity & Conceptualisation 00:19:00 Module 04: Styling Techniques for Body Shapes Styling Techniques for Body Shapes 00:15:00 Module 05: Using Fabrics in Fashion Design Using Fabrics in Fashion Design 00:12:00 Module 06: Fabric Trends in Fashion Design Fabric Trends in Fashion Design 00:11:00 Module 07: Sustainability and Green Fashion Sustainability and Green Fashion 00:16:00

Learn the skills you need to copy an existing garment without deconstructing it - Sewing is your superpower

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course benefits individuals responsible for configuring and monitoring devices running the Junos OS. Overview After successfully completing this course, you should be able to: Describe the various OSPF link-state advertisement (LSA) types. Explain the flooding of LSAs in an OSPF network. Describe the shortest-path-first (SPF) algorithm. Describe OSPF link metrics. Describe the various OSPF authentication methods. Explain the differences between OSPFv2 and OSPFv3. Describe OSPF area types and operations. Configure various OSPF area types. Summarize and restrict routes. Configure OSPF multi-area adjacencies. Configure OSPF virtual links. Explain OSPF external reachability. List useful commands that are used to troubleshoot and verify OSPF. Isolate different OSPF issues. Describe BGP operations. Configure various BGP options. Explain the route selection process for BGP. Describe how to alter the route selection process. Explain the use of routing policies in BGP. Explain how BGP routes are processed. Describe the various BGP attributes and their use. Manipulate common BGP attributes. Review common BGP troubleshooting procedures. List common BGP troubleshooting commands. Identify issues with BGP peering. Explain reasons to use BGP in the Enterprise. Explain how ISP policies can influence external connectivity. Describe three common routing policies for external connectivity in the enterprise. Identify common commands for troubleshooting routing policy. Describe basic multicast terminology. Describe the multicast address space. Describe how RPF is used in a multicast network. Describe the basic functionality of IGMP. Describe the multicast service models and modes. Describe PIM-SM operation and configuration when using the ASM model. Describe PIM-SM operation and configuration when using the SSM model. Verify and troubleshoot multicast. Identify environments that may require a modified CoS implementation. Describe the various CoS components and their respective functions. Explain the CoS processing along with CoS defaults on SRX Series devices. Describe situations in which some CoS features are used in the enterprise. Describe the use of the Real-Time Performance Monitoring tool. Verify and troubleshoot CoS. Describe a traditional Campus network design. Understand the need for a new architectural design. Describe the five key concepts of the Evolved Core. Describe the benefits of a Layer 3-based Campus Networks. Describe Layer 2 tunneling. Explain VXLAN functionality. Describe VXLAN gateways. Describe EVPN features. Describe EVPN operations. This five-day course is designed to provide students with the tools required for implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting Layer 3 components in an enterprise network. Chapter 1: Course Introduction Course Introduction Chapter 2: OSPF OSPFv2 Review Link-State Advertisements Protocol Operations OSPF Authentication OSPFv3 Lab 1: Configuring and Monitoring OSPF Chapter 3: OSPF Areas Review of OSPF Areas Stub Area Operation Stub Area Configuration NSSA Operation NSSA Configuration Route Summarization Lab 2: Configuring and Monitoring OSPF Areas and Route Summarization Chapter 4: Advanced OSPF Options OSPF Multi-Area Adjacencies Virtual Links External Reachability Lab 3: Configuring and Monitoring Routing Policy and Advanced OSPF Options Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting LSDB Consistency Issues Case Study: Adjacency Issues Lab: Troubleshooting OSPF Chapter 6: BGP Review of BGP BGP Configuration Options BGP Operations BGP Path Selection and Options Lab: Implementing BGP Chapter 7: BGP Attributes and Policy Policy and BGP BGP Attributes Details and Manipulation of Common BGP Path Attributes Lab: BGP Attributes Chapter 8: Troubleshooting BGP BGP Troubleshooting BGP Case Study Lab: Troubleshooting BGP Chapter 9: Enterprise Routing Policies Enterprise BGP Core Network Design Enterprise External Network Deployment Lab: Implementing Enterprise Routing Policies Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Policies Routing Policy Structure Using RegEx Routing Policy Troubleshooting Case Study Lab: Troubleshooting Routing Policies Chapter 11: Introduction to Multicast Overview of Multicast Multicast Addressing RPF IGMP Lab: PIM-SM Chapter 12: Multicast Routing Protocols and SSM Overview of Multicast Routing Protocols PIM-SM Using the ASM Model PIM-SM Using the SSM Model Lab: Implementing PIM-SM Lab: Implementing SSM Chapter 13: Troubleshooting Multicast Multicast Troubleshooting Multicast Case Study Lab: Troubleshooting Multicast Chapter 14: Class of Service CoS Components Review and Case Study CoS Processing and CoS Defaults on the SRX Series Device Policing Virtual Channels Monitoring with Resource Performance Monitoring Lab 9: Implementing CoS Features in the Enterprise Chapter 15: Troubleshooting Class of Service CoS Troubleshooting CoS Case Study Lab: Troubleshooting Class of Service Chapter 16: Enterprise Architectures Traditional Enterprise Networks A New Architecture Key Concepts of the Evolved Core IP Fabric Campus Design Chapter 17: VXLAN Layer 2 Connectivity over a Layer 3 Network VXLAN Overview VXLAN Gateways Chapter 18: EVPN-VXLAN Overview of EVPN EVPN Operations EVPN and VXLAN Chapter 19: Configuring EVPN-VXLAN Configuring EVPN-VXLAN Spine Only network Add IP Fabric leaf nodes to a Spine Only design Configuring a new IP Fabric EVPN-VXLAN network Chapter 20: Migrating to an IP Fabric EVPN Routes Useful EVPN Commands Appendix A: BGP Route Reflection Route Reflection Operation Configuration and Routing Knowledge Lab: BGP Route Reflection (Optional) Appendix B: Troubleshooting IS-IS IS-IS Troubleshooting Lab: Troubleshooting IS-IS and Mixed Environments Additional course details: Nexus Humans AJER - Advanced Junos Enterprise Routing training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the AJER - Advanced Junos Enterprise Routing course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Join Heather for a sewing workshop which also allows you to live more sustainably. Upcycle denim jeans into a bag and key ring

Highlights of the Course Course Type: Online Learning Duration: 38 Minutes Tutor Support: Tutor support is included Customer Support: 24/7 customer support is available Quality Training: The course is designed by an industry expert Recognised Credential: Recognised and Valuable Certification Completion Certificate: Free Course Completion Certificate Included Instalment: 3 Installment Plan on checkout What you will learn from this course? Gain comprehensive knowledge about interior design Understand the core competencies and principles of interior design Explore the various areas of interior design Know how to apply the skills you acquired from this course in a real-life context Become a confident and expert interior designer Textiles and Fabrics Interior Design Course Master the skills you need to propel your career forward in interior design. This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skillset that will make you a confident interior designer and take your career to the next level. This comprehensive interior design course is designed to help you surpass your professional goals. The skills and knowledge that you will gain through studying this interior design course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills for a rewarding career. This comprehensive course will teach you the theory of effective interior design practice and equip you with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in the interior design industry. You'll gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in interior design. This course is designed by industry experts, so you'll gain knowledge and skills based on the latest expertise and best practices. This extensive course is designed for interior designers or for people who are aspiring to specialise in interior design. Enrol in this interior design course today and take the next step towards your personal and professional goals. Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV that will help you outshine other candidates. Who is this Course for? This comprehensive interior design course is ideal for anyone wishing to boost their career profile or advance their career in this field by gaining a thorough understanding of the subject. Anyone willing to gain extensive knowledge on this interior design can also take this course. Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring professional, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and professional competence, and open your doors to a wide number of professions within your chosen sector. Entry Requirements This interior design course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines. You will, however, need a laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone, as well as a reliable internet connection. Assessment This interior design course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. Advance Your Career This interior design course will provide you with a fresh opportunity to enter the relevant job market and choose your desired career path. Additionally, you will be able to advance your career, increase your level of competition in your chosen field, and highlight these skills on your resume. Recognised Accreditation This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. What is CPD? Employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions all recognise CPD, therefore a credential from CPD Certification Service adds value to your professional goals and achievements. Benefits of CPD Improve your employment prospects Boost your job satisfaction Promotes career advancement Enhances your CV Provides you with a competitive edge in the job market Demonstrate your dedication Showcases your professional capabilities What is IPHM? The IPHM is an Accreditation Board that provides Training Providers with international and global accreditation. The Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) accreditation is a guarantee of quality and skill. Benefits of IPHM It will help you establish a positive reputation in your chosen field You can join a network and community of successful therapists that are dedicated to providing excellent care to their client You can flaunt this accreditation in your CV It is a worldwide recognised accreditation What is Quality Licence Scheme? This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Benefits of Quality License Scheme Certificate is valuable Provides a competitive edge in your career It will make your CV stand out Course Curriculum Introduction To Chapters Introduction 00:04:00 Introduction To Textiles & Fabrics Introduction To Textiles & Fabrics 00:01:00 Natural Fibres and Textiles Natural Fibers and Textiles 00:08:00 Synthetic Fibers and Textiles Synthetic Fibers and Textiles 00:05:00 Fabric Know Hows Fabric Know Hows 00:10:00 End Use of Textiles and Fabrics End Use of Textiles and Fabrics 00:03:00 Selecting and Recommending Textiles and Fabrics Selecting and Recommending Textiles and Fabrics 00:04:00 Conclusion Conclusion 00:01:00 Assessment Assessment - Textiles and Fabrics For Interiors 00:10:00 Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Achievement 00:00:00 Get Your Insurance Now Get Your Insurance Now 00:00:00 Feedback Feedback 00:00:00

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Server administrators Network engineers Systems engineers Consulting systems engineers Technical solutions architects Network administrators Storage administrators Network managers Sales engineers Cisco integrators and partners Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe Cisco UCS server hardware Describe Cisco UCS connectivity Describe the Cisco HyperFlex Data Platform, its data writing and reading processes, and data optimization Describe and configure Cisco UCS service profiles Describe and configure Cisco UCS service profile templates Describe and implement iSCSI on Cisco UCS Describe and implement Cisco UCS firmware updates Describe and implement Cisco UCS backups This introductory course shows you how to deploy, secure, operate and maintain the Cisco Unified Computing system (Cisco UCS) B-Series blade server, Cisco UCS C-Series and S-Series rack servers, and Cisco HyperFlex product family, for use in data centers. Describing Cisco UCS Server Hardware Cisco UCS B-Series Blade Servers Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers Cisco UCS S-Series Rack Servers Cisco Virtual Interface Cards Hyperconvergence Overview Cisco HyperFlex HX-Series Servers Describing Cisco UCS Connectivity Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Cisco UCS B-Series Connectivity Cisco UCS C-Series Connectivity Cisco UCS S-Series Connectivity Cisco HyperFlex Connectivity Architecture Cisco HyperFlex Edge Connectivity Ethernet End-Host Mode Compared to Switching Mode Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Uplink Pinning Cisco UCS C-Series Integration Describing the Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Software Writing Data to Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Reading Data from Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Data Optimization in Cisco HyperFlex HX Data Platform Configuring Cisco UCS Service Profiles Portability Issue with Nonabstracted Identities Cisco UCS Service Profile Identity Pools Server Pools IP Pools Configuring Cisco UCS Service Profile Templates Service Profile Templates Implementing iSCSI on Cisco UCS iSCSI Addressing Evolution of SCSI from DAS to SAN iSCSI Multipathing Implementing Cisco UCS Firmware Updates Update Cisco UCS C-Series Server Firmware Download Tasks for the Infrastructure Image Download Tasks for Cisco UCS B-Series Firmware Packages Best Practices for Updating Firmware in Cisco UCS Manager Firmware Upgrades Using Auto Install Capability Catalog Updates Host Firmware Packages Driver Updates for Operating Systems and Hypervisors Implementing Cisco UCS Backups Compare Backup Options in Cisco UCS Manager Compare Two Import Types Policy Backup

If you want to bag-make with genuine leather but are nervous of trying it, this weekend is ideal for you. It will give you the confidence to make your own leather bags at home and you’ll make some fab friends along the way! VERY IMPORTANT! Before booking, please check that your machine can cope with sewing at least 6 layers of faux leather or vinyl. Flat sewing is fine – if the machine can do that, we can manage lumps and bumps! **This retreat is a little different from many others in that making a bag isn’t the point of the weekend, although you will indeed make one. The focus is on learning new transferable techniques and skills that you will be able to use on so many bags you make in the future. We have our own ‘Retreat Suite’ of rooms, including a spacious, light and airy sewing room which is equipped with a display screen so everyone can easily see demonstrations from a working viewpoint. We also have our own bathroom and kitchen facilities. If you wish, you are free to continue work after dinner and until as late (or early!) as you like. You will need to bring your own sewing machine, fabric scissors and any other favourite sewing tools, but everything else is provided. We’ll have a good selection of fabrics, vinyls and leather for you to browse and purchase if you wish, at retreat-only prices.  Come and join us in the exclusive Facebook group Bag Makers Retreat at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bagmakersretreat/ for all the latest retreat info, chat, gossip and more, plus a chance to meet other like-minded folks.  If you have dietary requirements, please tell me before you book, so I can be sure we can meet your needs. All meal main courses are included in the retreat fee, as are Saturday and Sunday lunches and breakfasts. Starters, desserts and drinks with meals are not included but the meals are so huge you probably won’t want starters and desserts anyway!! Tea and coffee is available whenever you need, but you do have to make it yourself!  If you’d like to stay an extra night or two, maybe to arrive on Thursday or leave on Monday if you have a long drive, let me know and I’ll check availability with our host. If you’d prefer to travel by train, we are happy to ferry you to and from the station, just ask. Please aim to arrive no later than 2pm as we have a lot of pattern cutting and fabric choosing to get through on Friday! Friday The fun starts here as you arrive at your weekend home-from-home – a beautifully refurbished, 4-star 18th century coaching inn with all the comforts you would expect. You’ll have time to settle into your own delightfully comfortable en-suite room which has all the anticipated little luxuries, before an introductory get-together with me and your companions in the sewing room at 2pm. You’ll be given your own copy of the bag pattern, which is very beginner- and strong domestic machine-friendly (see note in bold at the top of the page), but which will incorporate a lot of features and techniques that are also in much more complex designs, making this an excellent springboard to any leather or other bag you want to make. Then you can wallow in the plentiful stash of leathers and fabrics to choose from. All the leather, fabrics, interfacing, stabiliser, threads and bag hardware you need are supplied. As soon as you’re ready, you can start preparing and cutting out your pattern and some of the bag pieces so we can hit the ground running in the morning. After a superbly-cooked and substantial evening meal at around 6pm or so, you are welcome to continue working in the sewing room or to simply relax and chat there before bed. Saturday After an excellent breakfast, we can really start work learning some new skills and beginning work on construction. You’ll work at your own pace from around 9am with no pressure – I want your weekend to be fun and not stressful! We will walk through the techniques together and I will be there the whole time to answer questions and troubleshoot any tricky bits. You’ll also have the chance to try sewing with faux leather , if you haven’t already, and we’ll explore ways and techniques to use and apply rivets.  Refreshments are freely available all day and you can take a break whenever you wish. A light lunch (with homemade cake!!) is also provided and we’ll have a short break in the middle of the day. The rest of the day will be similar to Friday – sewing, dinner at 6ish and more sewing if you wish to before bed. Do feel free to have a walk or just sit outside for a breather if the weather is kind. Sunday How can it be Sunday already?? Breakfast over, we’ll get back to work. You will need to allow a few minutes to pack and check out of your room, as it has to be made ready for Monday’s guests. Apart from that, it’s uninterrupted sewing (with refreshments and lunch breaks!) until your bag is finished. We’ll be heading off for a lightish lunch at 12.30pm or so. We have the sewing room for the rest of the day. If you don’t quite get done, there’s absolutely no need to worry as you’ll easily be able to complete your bag at home. If you finish earlier feel free to head home whenever you’re ready. Amongst loads of other hints and tips, you’ll learn – Choosing and handling leather How to make professional quality rolled handles Creating and applying custom bag feet How to create a zipped pocket the pro way How to use edge paint and get a professional finish with it Sewing the bag together and topstitching Reducing bulk with leather A sneaky way of getting your bag right-sides-out without ugly seams! An easy way to add a zipper pull without tools Working with different types of rivet machine and loads more. You’ll have an exclusive pattern, created just for the Retreats, which includes comprehensive mini-tutorials and full instructions. And I hope you have a lot of fun and make new friends while you learn!!  I never abandon my students at the end of the course so if you get stuck on anything at home, you are welcome to give me a shout on Messenger and we’ll sort out your problem together. The not-so-small print Book your place using the simple booking system below – just click on your choice of dates and go from there. The full price is £465.00. The deposit of £65 is non-refundable if you cancel but can, however, be credited towards a future retreat booked within the next 6 months. It is completely refundable if I or the venue cancel. The booking page only shows the Friday, but the course is running until Sunday. The balance of £400.00 is payable by approx 6 weeks before the retreat date and payment instructions will be sent to you in good time. Cancellations 4 weeks or less before the retreat date can only be refunded if someone on the waiting list can come instead. If you book, pay and attend without pre-checking that your machine can sew the required thicknesses, as detailed in the note at the top of the page, I’m afraid no refunds will be given if it proves that your machine can’t cope during the Retreat. I may have a machine available to lend, but can’t promise one. *Don’t worry that your booking confirmation may be headed Unicorn Studios – it’s just the site that I’ve run my booking system from for years… it’s not a scam!! *

Explore quick ways of creating simple images on this lino printing taster workshop with local artist Suzanne Kemplay at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre