Name: Book sculptures: how to give pre-loved books a new life
Price: 40 GBP
Availability: InStock

Edinburgh

<p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Have you ever dreamt of turning your creative passion into a career?&nbsp;</p><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">If so, you&#39;re not alone. In fact, quite a few people who have attended our workshops have gone on to set up their own soap or jewellery making businesses; sell their own prints; or to make things for charity fundraising purposes. And we know many more would love to give up the day job - in full, or in part - for a more creatively fulfilling career.</p><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Perhaps you might be dreaming of:</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">setting up shop</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">selling online</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">running workshops</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">getting commissions</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">selling to friends, family, local shops and markets?</li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">There is quite a lot worth considering before getting started:</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Where you&rsquo;re feeling unfulfilled in your current job/career</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">What kind of life or career you really want and how you want to feel in 12 months&rsquo; time</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">What your purpose and values are and how to achieve these</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">How to bridge the gap between where you are now and where you really want to be</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">What practical actions and steps you need to take to achieve your dream and goals</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">What might get in the way of you achieving your goals for your dream creative career&nbsp;</li><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">
</span><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Where you can access the best information to give you the knowledge you need to start your creative career journey</li></ul><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">And that&#39;s why we&#39;re delighted to partner with <a href="https://www.lojcoaching.com/" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;"></a></span><span style="font-size: 18px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 18px;"><a href="https://www.lojcoaching.com/" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Laura Ogilvie-Jones</a></span><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"> coaching to invite you to join other like-minded people in a friendly, and life-changing 3-hour workshop held in our welcoming home-based workshop space. You&rsquo;ll leave with a clear plan of action to start your new creative career journey.</span></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">If you&#39;re ready to figure out how to move forward with those creative business ideas buzzing around in your head - exciting and overwhelming you in equal measures - this workshop could be the perfect place to start.</span></div><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">The price includes light refreshments, so just grab your favourite notebook and pen and come and join us.&nbsp;</span></div><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">There will be a question and answer session at the end with Laura and Lynn (founder of The Arienas Collective, and business mentor at Creative Edinburgh), and we&#39;ll share a range of resources and tips on the next steps.</span></div><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

Have you ever dreamt of turning your creative passion into a career? 
If so, you're not alone. In fact, quite a few people who have attended our workshops have gone on to set up their own soap or jewellery making businesses; sell their own prints; or to make things for charity fundraising purposes. And we know many more would love to give up the day job - in full, or in part - for a more creatively fulfilling career.
Perhaps you might be dreaming of:
setting up shop
selling online
running workshops
getting commissions
selling to friends, family, local shops and markets?
There is quite a lot worth considering before getting started:
Where you’re feeling unfulfilled in your current job/career
What kind of life or career you really want and how you want to feel in 12 months’ time
What your purpose and values are and how to achieve these
How to bridge the gap between where you are now and where you really want to be
What practical actions and steps you need to take to achieve your dream and goals
What might get in the way of you achieving your goals for your dream creative career
Where you can access the best information to give you the knowledge you need to start your creative career journey
And that's why we're delighted to partner with Laura Ogilvie-Jones coaching to invite you to join other like-minded people in a friendly, and life-changing 3-hour workshop held in our welcoming home-based workshop space. You’ll leave with a clear plan of action to start your new creative career journey.If you're ready to figure out how to move forward with those creative business ideas buzzing around in your head - exciting and overwhelming you in equal measures - this workshop could be the perfect place to start.The price includes light refreshments, so just grab your favourite notebook and pen and come and join us. There will be a question and answer session at the end with Laura and Lynn (founder of The Arienas Collective, and business mentor at Creative Edinburgh), and we'll share a range of resources and tips on the next steps.
More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

The Arienas Collective

Arts & Crafts

How to turn your creative passion into a career: take your first steps on this relaxed and welcoming workshop at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh led by Laura Ogilvie Jones coaching 

How to turn your creative passion into a career: first steps

General Admission

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On this lino printing taster workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore quick ways of creating simple images of flowers or patterns.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Suzanne will provide pre-made templates&nbsp;to speed up the design process, so that you can quickly&nbsp;move on to practice&nbsp;printing, and to learning the different techniques you can use to produce striking images.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">This is a hands-on, practical and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of lino cutting and printing, and gain the confidence you need to create beautiful prints at home without the need for expensive equipment.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are provided. You will take home all the prints you make, and your lino cut design so you can continue practising at home.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Should you prefer to create your own design for lino printing, please check out Suzanne&#39;s full-day introductory workshop to printing onto paper <a href="https://www.thearienascollective.com/workshops?layout=grid&cadpath=the-arienas-collective%2Fintroduction-to-lino-printing-onto-paper" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">here</a>. Or her Introduction to lino printing onto fabric full day workshop <a href="https://www.thearienascollective.com/workshops?layout=grid&cadpath=the-arienas-collective%2Fintroduction-to-lino-printing-onto-fabric" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">here</a>.</p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks).&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE:&nbsp;</em></p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.&nbsp;</em></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.&nbsp;</em></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.</em></li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. <a href="mailto:lynn@thearienascollective.com" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Email Lynn</a> for more information.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

On this lino printing taster workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore quick ways of creating simple images of flowers or patterns.
Suzanne will provide pre-made templates to speed up the design process, so that you can quickly move on to practice printing, and to learning the different techniques you can use to produce striking images.
This is a hands-on, practical and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of lino cutting and printing, and gain the confidence you need to create beautiful prints at home without the need for expensive equipment. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are provided. You will take home all the prints you make, and your lino cut design so you can continue practising at home.
Should you prefer to create your own design for lino printing, please check out Suzanne's full-day introductory workshop to printing onto paper here. Or her Introduction to lino printing onto fabric full day workshop here.



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). 
On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: 
Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.
The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Email Lynn for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

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

Beginners lino printing taster workshop

General admission

<p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Try your hand a transforming a reclaimed china tea cup, saucer or plate into a gorgeous mosaic with Jacky Cox from Mossy Mosaic, and join us for afternoon tea!</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Mosaic making fits in perfectly with our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and upcycling is the norm. In this relaxed and gently paced workshop, Jacky from Mossy Mosaic will show you how to safely cut old china using wheeled nippers and how to grout your mosaic to create a hanging decoration. No previous experience is needed &ndash; but those who have attended the introductory workshop and who are familiar with cutting techniques may have time to produce a second (un-grouted) piece.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">During this 3 hour session you will also be treated to afternoon tea when we can sit and chat about mosaic making &ndash; or anything else you fancy!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will be provided with all the materials needed, including a variety of bases such as hearts and flowers, to create your mosaic. If you would like to use a china cup or saucer you already have &ndash; perhaps an heirloom, or a special cup that is now broken - please bring it with you and we&rsquo;ll see what we can do!</p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. </p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

Try your hand a transforming a reclaimed china tea cup, saucer or plate into a gorgeous mosaic with Jacky Cox from Mossy Mosaic, and join us for afternoon tea!
Mosaic making fits in perfectly with our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and upcycling is the norm. In this relaxed and gently paced workshop, Jacky from Mossy Mosaic will show you how to safely cut old china using wheeled nippers and how to grout your mosaic to create a hanging decoration. No previous experience is needed – but those who have attended the introductory workshop and who are familiar with cutting techniques may have time to produce a second (un-grouted) piece.
During this 3 hour session you will also be treated to afternoon tea when we can sit and chat about mosaic making – or anything else you fancy!
You will be provided with all the materials needed, including a variety of bases such as hearts and flowers, to create your mosaic. If you would like to use a china cup or saucer you already have – perhaps an heirloom, or a special cup that is now broken - please bring it with you and we’ll see what we can do!



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. 
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Mosaic

Upcycling

Mosaic making with reclaimed china and afternoon tea with local maker Mossy Mosaic hosted exclusively at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Mosaic making with reclaimed china run by Mossy Mosaic - including afternoon tea

Birmingham

Telford

<div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">What comes under the banner of Neurodiversity?</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Neurodiversity includes Autism, ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Dysgraphia and other conditions.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Allow flexibility and creative engagement with induction and on-boarding. Discuss and agree on identified training needs and time frames. Ensure the immediate supervisor or line manager understands the workplace adjustments and support required to best enable the employee in the context of their neurodiversity.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Just because someone is diagnosed or has symptoms which come under Neurodiversity, it does not mean you can find a way to communicate and behave towards them all.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We make reasonable adjustments to help people with all sorts of different needs. For those with a sore back, we may ensure they can have the right chair. Perhaps, like my sister, they are partially sighted, so you may offer speech-to-text technology on their PC and various accommodations for those who use a wheelchair, and so on.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">These are just a few of the many things that considerate and inclusive organisations do for their colleagues.</p></section></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">LENGTH</strong></span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">1 Day</span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">NEXT WORKSHOP START</strong></span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Let&#39;s chat and confirm a date.</div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">WORKSHOP DELIVERY</strong></span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">In Company is far better, but we can offer this workshop online.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><hr style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 title="Suitability - Who should attend?" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Suitability - Who should attend?</h2><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h3 style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Who Should Attend and Why?</h3><p id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Who</strong>?&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Anyone who is self-motivated enough to want to help their neurodiverse (ND) colleagues. Some of our colleagues will have what is often described as a hidden disability. By understanding their possible challenges, how those challenges can impact them, and how they get stressed when colleagues don&rsquo;t know or understand (or empathise with) their challenges. The smallest things you do after this workshop will make a big difference to people.&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Why</strong>?&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Because we ALL should be interested in helping all of our colleagues.&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Regardless of who we work with or for, we must all do everything we can to work well together and build and maintain excellent working relationships. &nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">When we truly understand things from the perspective of others (our Moccasin Approach<sup fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&reg;</sup>), we are far better able to communicate and work with them effectively and efficiently.&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">We also need to be aware of the relevant laws (Equality Act 2010) and how we can ensure that we all make reasonable adjustments and support all our colleagues regardless of differences. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><section id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: var(--font-size);">Our Neurodiversity Awareness workshops enable all colleagues, regardless of hierarchical titles or positions, to become more aware of the possible needs of their colleagues who may be impacted by neurodiverse challenges.&nbsp;</span></p></section><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Workshop Content</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All our Autism Awareness days are facilitated by our Managing Director Mac Macdonald, who is diagnosed as autistic, has PTSD and deals with <span style="caret-color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="caret-color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">hypervigilance</span>.&nbsp;</p><ul type="disc" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">What language should we use, and why does it matter?</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">What neurological differences come under the umbrella term&nbsp;neurodiversity?</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">Why do many people struggle to work with, get on with or manage/lead someone who is neurodiverse?&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We have a short video for you to watch about neurodiversity.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">ND card activity. We ask participants to work in small groups to discuss the ND cards we hand out.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">Mac shares some of his challenges, what triggers him, why he can sometimes upset others, and what he tries to do to manage.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We discuss common strengths that some neurodiverse people possess but others don&rsquo;t.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We look at common challenges that ND people can face at work and ask you to discuss possible solutions and what &ldquo;reasonable adjustments&rdquo; could be made to help them.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We explore &ldquo;Reasonable Adjustments&rdquo; and ask you to see different perspectives.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We chat about Intersectionality, Allyship, Equality vs Equity and our Moccasin Approach<sup fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&reg;</sup>.&nbsp;</li></ul></section></div><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><a name="Events" style="color: rgb(21, 101, 192); -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(21, 101, 192);"></a></span></p></section></div><a name="EducationText_Coursedeliverydetails" style="color: rgb(21, 101, 192); -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(21, 101, 192);"></a><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><h2 title="Course delivery details" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Workshop delivery and venue</h2><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">When you consider the content we deliver, we are sure you will understand why we always prefer to deliver our workshops, courses and programmes face-to-face.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Face-to-face workshops and courses can be held at a location of your choice or, if you wish, a central UK location, such as the Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, located directly across from the Birmingham New Street train station.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We can deliver our workshops, courses and programmes online, although this will mean splitting elements into manageable learning events to suit the online environment.</p></section></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

What comes under the banner of Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity includes Autism, ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Dysgraphia and other conditions. 
Allow flexibility and creative engagement with induction and on-boarding. Discuss and agree on identified training needs and time frames. Ensure the immediate supervisor or line manager understands the workplace adjustments and support required to best enable the employee in the context of their neurodiversity.
Just because someone is diagnosed or has symptoms which come under Neurodiversity, it does not mean you can find a way to communicate and behave towards them all. 
We make reasonable adjustments to help people with all sorts of different needs. For those with a sore back, we may ensure they can have the right chair. Perhaps, like my sister, they are partially sighted, so you may offer speech-to-text technology on their PC and various accommodations for those who use a wheelchair, and so on. 
These are just a few of the many things that considerate and inclusive organisations do for their colleagues.



LENGTH - Normally, one day. But please contact us to discuss your specific needs, or we can offer advice.  
NEXT WORKSHOP START - Please ask for more information as we deliver bespoke closed events for your people at your location or a mutually suitable location.
WORKSHOP DELIVERY - The best environment for this workshop is face-to-face, but we can facilitate this workshop online.



Suitability - Who should attend?
Who Should Attend and Why?
Who? 
Anyone who is self-motivated enough to want to help their neurodiverse (ND) colleagues. Some of our colleagues will have what is often described as a hidden disability. By understanding their possible challenges, how those challenges can impact them, and how they get stressed when colleagues don’t know or understand (or empathise with) their challenges. The smallest things you do after this workshop will make a big difference to people. 
Why? 
Because we ALL should be interested in helping all of our colleagues. 
Regardless of who we work with or for, we must all do everything we can to work well together and build and maintain excellent working relationships. 
When we truly understand things from the perspective of others (our Moccasin Approach®), we are far better able to communicate and work with them effectively and efficiently. 
We also need to be aware of the relevant laws (Equality Act 2010) and how we can ensure that we all make reasonable adjustments and support all our colleagues regardless of differences. 
Our Neurodiversity Awareness workshops enable all colleagues, regardless of hierarchical titles or positions, to become more aware of the possible needs of their colleagues who may be impacted by neurodiverse challenges. 
Workshop Content
All our Autism Awareness days are facilitated by our Managing Director Mac Macdonald, who is diagnosed as autistic, has PTSD and deals with hypervigilance. 
What language should we use, and why does it matter?
What neurological differences come under the umbrella term neurodiversity?
Why do many people struggle to work with, get on with or manage/lead someone who is neurodiverse?
We have a short video for you to watch about neurodiversity.
ND card activity. We ask participants to work in small groups to discuss the ND cards we hand out.
Mac shares some of his challenges, what triggers him, why he can sometimes upset others, and what he tries to do to manage.
We discuss common strengths that some neurodiverse people possess but others don’t.
We look at common challenges that ND people can face at work and ask you to discuss possible solutions and what “reasonable adjustments” could be made to help them.
We explore “Reasonable Adjustments” and ask you to see different perspectives.
We chat about Intersectionality, Allyship, Equality vs Equity and our Moccasin Approach®.
Workshop delivery and venue
When you consider the content we deliver, we are sure you will understand why we always prefer to deliver our workshops, courses and programmes face-to-face.
Face-to-face workshops and courses can be held at a location of your choice or, if you wish, a central UK location, such as the Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, located directly across from the Birmingham New Street train station.
We can deliver our workshops, courses and programmes online, although this will mean splitting elements into manageable learning events to suit the online environment.

Lapd Solutions Ltd

Neurodiversity

Autism

Autistic

Neurodiversity awareness training, Neurodiversity awareness, 

Neurodiversity Awareness

Introductory daily rate

Special discounts for registered charities. 

Registered Charities.

<p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Suitable for beginners and those with more experience, in this workshop you will design and create your very own bespoke, slate garden mosaic with Jacky from Mossy Mosaic.</strong></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mosaic making fits in perfectly with our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and upcycling is the norm. Old slate can form the perfect base for a garden mosaic, hanging from the shed or balancing on a border. Bring new colour and interest into your garden with your very own bespoke design using vitreous glass, old china and sea washed glass!</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In this workshop you will use a reclaimed slate base to make a gorgeous mandala mosaic. You will be shown how to cut china and vitreous glass and you can also include sea washed glass and glass nuggets as part of your design. We will embed the tiles into an adhesive mortar mixture (an alternative method to gluing &amp; grouting). All materials are provided, including reclaimed fishing rope to hang your completed piece (when available).</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Jacky has been immersed in mosaic making for over 15 years and is an avid beach comber, exploring the beaches of Scotland with her lurcher dog Pip, and often incorporating her finds of sea washed glass and pottery into her own mosaics.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks).&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE:&nbsp;</em></p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.&nbsp;</em></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.&nbsp;</em></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.</em></li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. <a href="mailto:lynn@thearienascollective.com" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Email Lynn</a> for more information.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

Suitable for beginners and those with more experience, in this workshop you will design and create your very own bespoke, slate garden mosaic with Jacky from Mossy Mosaic.
Mosaic making fits in perfectly with our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and upcycling is the norm. Old slate can form the perfect base for a garden mosaic, hanging from the shed or balancing on a border. Bring new colour and interest into your garden with your very own bespoke design using vitreous glass, old china and sea washed glass!
In this workshop you will use a reclaimed slate base to make a gorgeous mandala mosaic. You will be shown how to cut china and vitreous glass and you can also include sea washed glass and glass nuggets as part of your design. We will embed the tiles into an adhesive mortar mixture (an alternative method to gluing & grouting). All materials are provided, including reclaimed fishing rope to hang your completed piece (when available).
Jacky has been immersed in mosaic making for over 15 years and is an avid beach comber, exploring the beaches of Scotland with her lurcher dog Pip, and often incorporating her finds of sea washed glass and pottery into her own mosaics.





More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). 
On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: 
Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.
The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Email Lynn for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Make your own mosaic mandela using slate with Mossy Mosaic hosted by The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh

Mandala slate garden mosaic workshop

<p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Create a pair of mini sea-washed glass and pottery plant-pot pictures on this relaxing, chilled workshop with Edinburgh maker Jacky Cox.</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">In our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and up-cycling is the norm, there are objects at our finger tips which can be used to create miniature works of art.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Jacky works with a variety of materials including glass, recycled crockery and natural materials like slate and sea glass, and the pieces she brings to this workshop have been collected on Scottish shores.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On this relaxing, 3 hour workshop you will carefully select pieces for your pictures. Sea washed glass and pottery is very tactile, and part of your relaxation will come from taking care to feel each piece, selecting ones that feel and look in harmony.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will select colours to paint your backgrounds, and design your pictures for display in a deep set frame. Perhaps this workshop will inspire you to do your own beach combing, and take the time to create more lovely works of art at home?&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">(Please note that the frames may differ from those in the images, depending on availability).</p><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p>

Create a pair of mini sea-washed glass and pottery plant-pot pictures on this relaxing, chilled workshop with Edinburgh maker Jacky Cox.
In our vision of a world where recycling, repurposing and up-cycling is the norm, there are objects at our finger tips which can be used to create miniature works of art. 
Jacky works with a variety of materials including glass, recycled crockery and natural materials like slate and sea glass, and the pieces she brings to this workshop have been collected on Scottish shores. 
On this relaxing, 3 hour workshop you will carefully select pieces for your pictures. Sea washed glass and pottery is very tactile, and part of your relaxation will come from taking care to feel each piece, selecting ones that feel and look in harmony.
You will select colours to paint your backgrounds, and design your pictures for display in a deep set frame. Perhaps this workshop will inspire you to do your own beach combing, and take the time to create more lovely works of art at home? 
(Please note that the frames may differ from those in the images, depending on availability).
More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.



Pottery

Learn how to up-cycle sea-washed glass and pottery finds to create mini framed pictures on this relaxing workshop with local maker Jacky Cox at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre.

Sea-washed glass and pottery workshop

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Join Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks to learn how to make your own shampoo and soap bars using methods you can use at home.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will learn about the benefits of the essential oils Jenny uses in her tried and tested recipes, and take home all the soap and shampoo bars you make on the day.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">After your workshop, you will be sent a set of notes including details of the ingredients, equipment and recipes used, plus a list of suppliers so you can continue making your own shampoo and soap bars at home.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">This is a great workshop for those who want to cut back on packaging; know more about the ingredients they use on their skin and hair - and which ultimately end up in our rivers and oceans; and for saving money by making your own. It&#39;s also a fun creative activity to do at home with other family members.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Bring a friend and save*</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We love to encourage people to get creative together. If you have a friend or family member you&#39;d like to join you, if you book a second space at the same time you can save &pound;5 when compared to booking two places separately. Just select the &#39;Bring a friend&#39; option when booking your second space.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">*Only one bring a friend space per full price space.</em></p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

Join Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks to learn how to make your own shampoo and soap bars using methods you can use at home.
You will learn about the benefits of the essential oils Jenny uses in her tried and tested recipes, and take home all the soap and shampoo bars you make on the day. 
After your workshop, you will be sent a set of notes including details of the ingredients, equipment and recipes used, plus a list of suppliers so you can continue making your own shampoo and soap bars at home.
This is a great workshop for those who want to cut back on packaging; know more about the ingredients they use on their skin and hair - and which ultimately end up in our rivers and oceans; and for saving money by making your own. It's also a fun creative activity to do at home with other family members.
Bring a friend and save*
We love to encourage people to get creative together. If you have a friend or family member you'd like to join you, if you book a second space at the same time you can save £5 when compared to booking two places separately. Just select the 'Bring a friend' option when booking your second space. 
*Only one bring a friend space per full price space.



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. 
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Soap Making

Learn how to make shampoo and soap bars with The Scottish Soapworks at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Learn how to make your own shampoo and soap bars

Book one space

Book a second space at the same time and save £5. If you wish to bring a group of 4, then book two full price spaces and two Bring a friend spaces to save £10.

Bring a friend

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On this fun, Soap &amp; Sip class you will learn how to make your own organic, &#39;melt and pour&#39; mini-soaps using an organic, vegan glycerine base.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks will share the benefits of the essential oils she uses in her tried and tested recipe, and show you how to make your own soap using a simple method, and affordable equipment.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All materials are included, and during the break you can enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz!* Non-alcoholic drink options will also be available. You will take home all the soap shapes you make on the night - and, if you can bear to part with any of them, they also make great wee gifts!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Festive stocking filler option*</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our November date will feature festive moulds and gift wrap so you can make some Christmas gifts if you wish. We will offer up a complimentary Buck&#39;s Fizz for those who enjoy a seasonal tipple, along with a selection of coffees and speciality Shibui teas.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Bring a friend and save</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We love it when people opt for a creative night out with friends, colleagues and family. We have a special offer on all our Soap &amp; Sip classes when you book two spaces at the same time. To benefit from this offer, select the Bring a Friend option when booking a second space.</p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Age restrictions</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.</p>

On this fun, Soap & Sip class you will learn how to make your own organic, 'melt and pour' mini-soaps using an organic, vegan glycerine base.
Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks will share the benefits of the essential oils she uses in her tried and tested recipe, and show you how to make your own soap using a simple method, and affordable equipment.
All materials are included, and during the break you can enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz!* Non-alcoholic drink options will also be available. You will take home all the soap shapes you make on the night - and, if you can bear to part with any of them, they also make great wee gifts!
Festive stocking filler option*
Our November date will feature festive moulds and gift wrap so you can make some Christmas gifts if you wish. We will offer up a complimentary Buck's Fizz for those who enjoy a seasonal tipple, along with a selection of coffees and speciality Shibui teas.
Bring a friend and save
We love it when people opt for a creative night out with friends, colleagues and family. We have a special offer on all our Soap & Sip classes when you book two spaces at the same time. To benefit from this offer, select the Bring a Friend option when booking a second space.



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. 
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Soap & Sip fun soap making class run by The Scottish Soapworks at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Festive Soap & Sip: a fun way to learn how to make your own soap gifts

Book an extra space for a friend for £40 (one Bring a Friend space per full price booking).

Bring a Friend

<p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">This Emotional Intelligence based course covers aspects of training, facilitation, question techniques, time management, people skills, assertiveness and communication.</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">The first day builds on what attendees have already experienced and asks the more experienced attendees to share some of their experiences with the group. These are useful to discuss real issues.</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">On day two, we round off the discussions by lunchtime and the afternoon is spent planning the final session to be facilitated the next day. Our facilitator guides and coaches in the afternoon and will also be available during the evening for phone calls.</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">The third day sees everyone deliver their mini-coaching session following our coaching template</p><p style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">LENGTH</strong></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">3 Days</div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">NEXT COURSE START</strong></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Enquire for more information</div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">COURSE&nbsp;</strong><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;DELIVERY</strong></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">The best environment for this course is face-to-face, but we can facilitate this workshop online.</div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 title="Suitability - Who should attend?" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Suitability - Who should attend?</h2><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h3 style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Who Should Attend and Why?</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Who</strong>?&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Anyone who works in a Learning Centre or other educational setting where the monitoring and coaching of learners may be required.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Why</strong>?&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">One could argue that the perfect attendee in a Learning Centre is the one who comes in, manages everything by themselves and leaves without any need for assistance. If you have many of these, you are indeed blessed.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Turning your attention to the others who do occasionally or often need your assistance, these are the people we must feel confident we can manage in the right way.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Our informal approach to the course and to managing a Learning Centre and the learners who visit it will prepare even the newest Support Specialists for most situations within their working environment.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">It is important that your <span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">learners complete their courses in good time, so ensuring people have the required skills means our completion rate should be excellent.</span></p></section></div><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><a name="EducationText_TrainingCourseContent" style="color: rgb(21, 101, 192); -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(21, 101, 192);"></a></span><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><h2 title="Training Course Content" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">Training Course Content</span></h2><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We dip into Emotional Intelligence, what it is, its ingredients and how we can use it.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We ask all the Support Specialists to analyse everything you do to identify your many roles.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We discuss our SAS feedback model and help everyone understand why it is so powerful.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We discuss our Coaching Structure and how it can be adapted depending on the situation and learners&#39; needs.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We investigate the issue of challenging learners, why they can be challenging and what approaches Support Specialists can take to manage this.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We discuss learner engagement and how we can motivate or demotivate people using our centres.</li><li style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">We discuss the many question techniques and their uses but focus on the Reasoning Questions for use in the coaching aspect of the last day and, more importantly, back in the centre.</li></ul></section></div><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);"><a name="EducationText_Coursedeliverydetails" style="color: rgb(21, 101, 192); -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(21, 101, 192);"></a></span><div style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><h2 title="Course delivery details" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Course delivery and venue</h2><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">When you consider the content we deliver, we are sure you will understand why we always prefer to deliver our workshops, courses and programmes face-to-face.</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78);">Face-to-face workshops and courses can be held at a location of your choice or, if you wish, a central UK location, such as the Macdonald Burlington Hot</span>el in Birmingham, located directly across from the Birmingham New Street train station.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We can deliver our workshops, courses and programmes online, although this will mean splitting elements into manageable learning events to suit the online environment.</p></section></div>

This Emotional intelligence-based course covers aspects of training, facilitation, question techniques, time management, people skills, assertiveness, and communication.
The first day builds on what attendees have already experienced and asks the more experienced attendees to share some of their experiences with the group. These are useful to discuss real issues.
On day two, we round off the discussions by lunchtime and the afternoon is spent planning the final session to be facilitated the next day. Our facilitator guides and coaches in the afternoon and will also be available during the evening for phone calls.
On the third day, everyone delivers their mini-coaching session (following our coaching template) while managing their fellow delegates who act as learners in the learning centre. 



LENGTH - Normally, three days. But please contact us to discuss your specific needs, or we can offer advice.  
NEXT WORKSHOP START - Please ask for more information as we deliver bespoke closed events for your people at your location or a mutually suitable location.
WORKSHOP DELIVERY - The best environment for this workshop is face-to-face, but we can facilitate this workshop online.



Suitability - Who should attend?
Who Should Attend and Why?
Who? 
Anyone who works in a Learning Centre or other educational setting where the monitoring and coaching of learners may be required.
Why? 
One could argue that the perfect attendee in a Learning Centre is the one who comes in, manages everything by themselves and leaves without any need for assistance. If you have many of these, you are indeed blessed.
Turning your attention to the others who do occasionally or often need your assistance, these are the people we must feel confident we can manage in the right way.
Our informal approach to the course and to managing a Learning Centre and the learners who visit it will prepare even the newest Support Specialists for most situations within their working environment.
It is important that your learners complete their courses in good time, so ensuring people have the required skills means our completion rate should be excellent.
Training Course Content
We dip into Emotional Intelligence, what it is, its ingredients and how we can use it.
We ask all the Support Specialists to analyse everything you do to identify your many roles.
We discuss our SAS feedback model and help everyone understand why it is so powerful.
We discuss our Coaching Structure and how it can be adapted depending on the situation and learners' needs.
We investigate the issue of challenging learners, why they can be challenging and what approaches Support Specialists can take to manage this.
We discuss learner engagement and how we can motivate or demotivate people using our centres.
We discuss the many question techniques and their uses but focus on the Reasoning Questions for use in the coaching aspect of the last day and, more importantly, back in the centre.
Course delivery and venue
When you consider the content we deliver, we are sure you will understand why we always prefer to deliver our workshops, courses and programmes face-to-face.
Face-to-face workshops and courses can be held at a location of your choice or, if you wish, a central UK location, such as the Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, located directly across from the Birmingham New Street train station.
We can deliver our workshops, courses and programmes online, although this will mean splitting elements into manageable learning events to suit the online environment.

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Coaching Skills

Facilitation Skills

Learning Centre Support Specialist, Learning Support Assistant, 

Learning Centre Support Specialist

Introductory daily rate.

Registered charities and non profits only.

Non profits only.

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Sometimes the most beloved books end up damaged, broken or missing pages through years of use. But if they no longer serve their storytelling purpose, that needn&#39;t be the end of their creative life.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">On this 2.5 hour taster workshop, artist Panna Chauhan will show you how to repurpose a pre-loved book into a beautiful sculpture.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Panna discovered - and developed - her love for book folding while rehabilitating. The mindful process of gently folding and bending the pages of the damaged books she found helped her healing. She has since exhibited her book sculptures, and will share some of these with you on the day.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All materials are provided. If you have a small, hardback book you&#39;d like to bring along, Panna can advise on the day whether it&#39;s suitable for using during this taster workshop.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">More information&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The Arienas Collective workshops are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre Georgian New Town. We invite you to turn up, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in creating something unique.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Spaces on our workshops are limited so that our artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out, or there is a wide range of independent sit-in and takeaway caf&eacute;s, delicatessens, local shops and supermarkets within a 5-10 minute walk.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home, which is&nbsp;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">not</em></strong><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookings</strong></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.</p>

Sometimes the most beloved books end up damaged, broken or missing pages through years of use. But if they no longer serve their storytelling purpose, that needn't be the end of their creative life.
On this 2.5 hour taster workshop, artist Panna Chauhan will show you how to repurpose a pre-loved book into a beautiful sculpture. 
Panna discovered - and developed - her love for book folding while rehabilitating. The mindful process of gently folding and bending the pages of the damaged books she found helped her healing. She has since exhibited her book sculptures, and will share some of these with you on the day.
All materials are provided. If you have a small, hardback book you'd like to bring along, Panna can advise on the day whether it's suitable for using during this taster workshop. 


More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within Edinburgh’s City Centre Georgian New Town. We invite you to turn up, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in creating something unique.
Spaces on our workshops are limited so that our artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out, or there is a wide range of independent sit-in and takeaway cafés, delicatessens, local shops and supermarkets within a 5-10 minute walk.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home, which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.

Book sculpture paper folding class at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre with local artist Panna Chauhan

Book sculptures: how to give pre-loved books a new life

Book one extra space at the same time and save £10.

Bournemouth

London Waterloo Academy

Dental Nurse

Dental Assistant

VIRTUAL DENTAL NURSING DIPLOMA

Registration Fee

Tuition Fee

Exam Fee

One Day Introduction Course

Testimonials
"An inspiring and engaging course."
"Refreshing to hear the family's perspective."
"Your enthusiasm for the topic along with the knowledge and awareness you have given me has given me my mojo back! "
Summary 
This extensive, 2-3 day, CPD certified, blended course comprises of an interactive learning platform which includes:
Pre-recorded training videos (6-8.5hrs depending on modules accessed)
Downloadable independent learning workbook
Interactive on-line question forum through Padlet
Optional live practical problem solving events
Bonus videos focused on using night time positioning equipment
Final live review event with trainers Rachel Wright and Sarah Clayton (via Zoom)
On completion, delegates get access to materials designed for practitioners to deliver 24-hour postural care training to unpaid individuals and families who use their service
Please note that the course will take a minimum of 14 hours of independent learning with the option of completing further hours by covering more than one age bracket - the live sessions will be in addition to these 14 hours. Please ensure you allocate enough learning time to complete this course. It is expected that all independent learning is finished before the review events to enable you to fully participate in the discussions.
 	Date	Time (GMT)
Introductory event & access to course content	 4 Nov 2024	1300-1400 
Practical application session 1	 18 Nov 2024	 1300-1400
Practical application session 2	 2 Dec 2024 	 1300-1400
Final live review events	16 Dec 2024	 1030-1600
Course content access expires	 7 Jan 2025	 
Details 
Using pre-recorded training, interactive on-line content (through Padlet), self-directed learning and live events, this substantial and comprehensive blended training course keeps delegates interested, engaged and learning new ways to bring excellence to their 24-hour postural care provision and focuses on the often neglected lying position and how unsupported lying drives changes to a person's body shape which impacts sitting, standing and functional movement. 
You will have access to the online learning from 4th November 2024 and be provided with all the information you will need to complete the course. At 1pm (GMT) on 4th November you will then join the trainers for an introductory event via Zoom to provide an outline of the training and to answer any questions you may have. Over the next few weeks you can access the pre-recorded training videos and interactive online content to enable you to complete the workbook. On 16th December there will be a series of live discussion events for the specific ages the course covers to assess your learning (you must attend at least one of these events - please see below for further information). 
Why? 
People with complex needs, deserve a thorough, co-ordinated 24-hour postural care service. We only get one body and yet people with complex disabilities don't always get the 'annual service' afforded the equipment they use.
Posture Positive report (2020) found training is a key aspect to developing resilient and robust 24-hour postural care for people with complex needs. Every person with complex needs or limited movement requires a comprehensive 24-hour postural care service delivered in a personalised way. 
Who? 
The course is suitable for specialist physiotherapists, specialist occupational therapists and other highly trained healthcare professionals working in health, SEN and social care. 
The course breaks down the life span of a person as follows:
0-3 years
Children and young people in education
Adults
Older people an palliative care
Each delegate selects the aspects of the course relevant to their particular area of practice whilst having access to all the course resources.
What? 
On completion of the course, it is hoped delegates will be equipped with the knowledge needed to deliver an outstanding, person-centred, 24-hour postural care service. 
This course covers: 
Why is postural care such a big deal?
What is 24-hour postural care?
Identification of need
Predictable changes to body shape
Preventing, protecting and reversing body shape distortion
Postural care in the real world with real people
Special considerations for all stages of life
Monitoring and evaluating outcomes
Co-production in developing personalised postural care
You can focus on one specific age group or take a general approach allowing you to adapt the course to meet your own learning objectives. 
On 16th December the final live review events with the trainers via Zoom are available for the specific ages that the course covers. You must attend at least one of these live discussion (the one most relevant to your practice) but you are welcome to join all four. Please note the timings are GMT.
10.30am - 11.30am 0-3 years
11.45am – 12.45pm Children in education
1.45pm - 2.45pm Adults
3.00pm - 4.00pm Older people and palliative care
Training for individuals and family carers
On successful completion of the course, all delegates will gain access to bespoke training materials designed by parents for parents of people with complex needs. This includes ongoing trainer support for local therapists hosting the workshops, pre-recorded training videos, workbook and designated webpage.
Group discounts
Contact us to book this training for your team, department or organisation with group discounts and bespoke training opportunities or if you would prefer to be invoiced directly for this training email admin@bornattherighttime.com 
Trainers 
Rachel Wright (BSc) Founder of Born at the Right Time Rachel is author of The Skies I'm Under, finalist 2020 RCN Nursing Awards, trainer, qualified nurse and unqualified mum of three sons; one of whom has severe disabilities and life-limiting epilepsy. Occasionally she ties on her trainers and runs in a vague attempt to counteract her love for Salt ‘n Vinegar crisps, hummus and all things carbohydrate. 
Sarah Clayton (BSc, PGCE) CEO Simple Stuff Works Sarah is passionate about all things postural care. Sounds dull but it turns out that her passion translates into highly contagious enthusiasm. She has developed a range of accredited training courses accessible to health, social care and education practitioners. Sarah has four children, works full-time and can regularly be found wearing her jumper inside out. 

Born at the Right Time

Physiotherapy

Occupational Therapy

Allied Health

Allied Health Professions (AHP)

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Palliative Care

Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Occupational Therapist

Health & Social Care

Physiotherapy Support Worker

End Of Life Care

Physiotherapist

CPD certified, digital study session, 24-hour postural care training, learning new ways to bring excellence to 24-postural care, focussing on supported lying. 

24-hour Postural Care from Cradle to Grave (Nov 24-Jan 25)

<p id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Are you a stressed, exhausted SEN/EBSA parent or carer, running on empty, with no time to shout <em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"HELP!"&nbsp;</em>let alone step off the hamster wheel to rest, recharge and recuperate?</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Parenting neurodivergent and/or school avoidant young people comes with a unique set of challenges and, if you&#39;re finding yourself lurching from managing meltdowns to fighting for support or feeling isolated and judged because people don&#39;t understand, it can be really hard and I GET IT!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">After finding myself pretty much burnt out I discovered and implemented quick and simple self-help and relaxation tools that have helped strengthen my coping skills to navigate my family&#39;s journey, rebuild my resilience and rediscover&nbsp;my old self!&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">I was so blown away by how beneficial simple habits can be that it&#39;s my mission to help others do the same - and so I created&nbsp;The SHARE Project.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The ethos of THE SHARE Project is that&nbsp;we need to put our own oxygen mask on first&nbsp;so that we can&nbsp;best support our kids&nbsp;and my aim is that the tools you will learn during our time together will become your oxygen mask, not only for use in case of emergency, but as a sustainable part of your ongoing&nbsp;self-care and wellbeing.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">During each&nbsp;of four, weekly, live&nbsp;online workshops, delivered over Zoom, you will learn and practise a new tool to implement daily over the coming week (just a&nbsp;few minutes at a time, I promise)!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Then, during the following week&#39;s workshop we will review your progress, make any tweaks and learn and practise the next tool...&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">There&#39;ll be no suggestions of long and luxurious spa days and fluffy robes because most of us don&#39;t have the time to do that very often and, frankly, the benefits disappear almost as soon as you&#39;ve driven home... My mission<em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;</em>is to give you sustainable tools to use anytime and anywhere to help yourself cope better and feel happier, regardless of what&#39;s going on around you!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Each group session gives you the opportunity to connect with other SEN parents or carers&nbsp;experiencing similar challenges.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">What our clients say:</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);">"</span></em><span style="color: rgb(32, 33, 36); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(32, 33, 36);"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);">The Share project was a gentle, kind experience which showed understanding for parenting with additional challenges. &nbsp;The refocusing was extremely powerful and I felt nurtured by the sessions."</span></em></span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(32, 33, 36); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(32, 33, 36);"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);"><span data-sheets-root="1" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"I gained different techniques to build resilience and overcome overwhelm."&nbsp;</span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></em></span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(32, 33, 36); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(32, 33, 36);"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);"><span data-sheets-root="1" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span data-sheets-root="1" style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);"><span data-sheets-root="1" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"has helped me have a more positive outlook day to day, relaxation has helped with my sleep"</span></span><span data-sheets-root="1" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></span></span></em></span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">If you have any questions, please ask and I will be happy to help :)</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Sue&nbsp;</p>

Discover Calm and Happiness with The SHARE Project: Your Path to Resilience! 🌟
Are you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and stretched to your limit?  With meetings and meltdowns to manage, battles for support, the frustration of feeling isolated or misunderstood, not to mention the pressure of juggling your job too, it can It can feel like you’re running on empty; hard to find a moment to step off the hamster wheel and just breathe.
I’ve been there, and I get it!💛
After being on the brink of burnout myself, I stumbled upon simple, yet impactful self-help, self-care and relaxation tools. These quick, effective techniques helped me rebuild my resilience, reclaim my sense of self and navigate challenges with renewed strength and joy.  And that’s how The SHARE Project was born.
What is The SHARE Project?
The SHARE Project is built on a simple principle: you need to put your own oxygen mask on first!  By nurturing yourself, you’re better equipped to support your children. Through our four-week, live online workshop series, delivered via Zoom, you’ll discover practical tools to bring more calm and happiness into your daily life.
Here’s what you can expect:
Weekly Workshops:  Each week, we’ll introduce and practice one or two tools designed to fit seamlessly into your life (in just a few minutes at a time, I promise!). These are not your typical “luxury spa day” suggestions — because let’s face it, who has time for that?  Instead, you’ll learn sustainable, go-to strategies that you can use anytime, anywhere, to boost your wellbeing, even in the midst of chaos.  You will also receive a mid-week email of encouragement between workshops and printables to help record and track your progress.
Ongoing Support:  In each session, we’ll review your progress, fine-tune your approach, if needed, and introduce the next tool.  
Community Connection: You’ll be part of a supportive group of fellow SEN parents and carers who understand the unique challenges you face.  
What our clients say:
“The SHARE Project was a gentle, kind experience which showed understanding for parenting with additional challenges.  The refocusing was extremely powerful and I felt nurtured by the sessions.”
“It has helped me to have a more positive outlook day-to-day, and the relaxation has helped with my sleep.”	
“I looked forward to the sessions each week, they gave me time to focus on myself for a change.”
Ready to Feel More Calm and Happy?
If you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel and start reclaiming your joy, The SHARE Project is here for you. Let’s work together to help you feel more at peace, more resilient, and, most importantly, more you.
Got any questions? Send me a message and I’ll be happy to help! 😊
With love and support,  
Sue

AUsomeMums

Emotional Wellbeing

Emotional Resilience

Mental Resilience

Special Education Needs (SEN)

Self-help and relaxation skills and exercises for stressed, burned out SEN parents and carers

The SHARE Project - Self-Help & Relaxation Exercises for SEN/EBSA Parent Carers (click for dates)

Reading

Nottingham

Dickson Training Ltd

ILM Level 5 Qualifications in Business Coaching and Mentoring

Diploma (Zoom)

Certificate (Zoom)

Diploma

Certificate

<p style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="color: var(--text);">This session is aimed at vets new to the Welsh Government funded Animal Health and Welfare workshops programme, as well as those that have delivered workshops in the past but need a refresher session. It is one of the required steps for vets to become approved to deliver these workshops. Join us to learn about the modules that we offer and the format by which our workshops run. We will also provide some basic tips on how to run a successful workshop.</p><p style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text);">Admin members of staff are also welcome to join us to learn about the functionality of the portal/site and the administrative work involved in running a workshop.</p>

This session is aimed at vets new to the Welsh Government funded Animal Health and Welfare workshops programme, as well as those that have delivered workshops in the past but need a refresher session. It is one of the required steps for vets to become approved to deliver these workshops. Join us to learn about the modules that we offer and the format by which our workshops run. We will also provide some basic tips on how to run a successful workshop.
Admin members of staff are also welcome to join us to learn about the functionality of the portal/site and the administrative work involved in running a workshop.

NADIS Lantra

AH&W Workshops Vet Training

<p style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live via Zoom. Fortnightly - 3/17/31 Oct, 14/28 Nov, 12 Dec - 6-8pm UK time (plus an optional sharing session on 9 Jan)</em></strong></p><p style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7);">Join artist Julie Galante for this brand new course designed to nurture your creative practice. Together we&rsquo;ll explore ways to &nbsp;create work that reflects your individual interests, passion, and point of view, no matter your experience level. The course content is delivered over seven live Zoom sessions, in a small, welcoming group with plenty of opportunities for interaction. Additionally, there will be optional (but highly recommended) assignments to complete in between the live sessions - assignments designed to get you stuck in to your creative practice in new and interesting ways.</p><p style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7);">During each live session, there will be a demonstration focusing on a particular aspect of visual art - this will include various materials, subjects, and considerations such as composition, theme, mark-making, layering, and so on. We will also have a look at everyone&rsquo;s recent creations, with celebration of the triumphs and suggestions for moving forward with work-in-progress. Together we&rsquo;ll explore techniques including drawing, painting, mixed-media, paper craft, and collage, but you don&rsquo;t have to work exclusively in these media to take part - all creative disciplines are welcome.</p><p style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7);">Each participant will be encouraged to deepen their explorations in whatever direction interests them most - be it a series of written reflections, sketches, collages, photographs, mixed-media pieces, or a unique, personal combination of all these.</p><p style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.7);">There will be an optional online discussion group for participants to stay connected and share their creations with each other between sessions. There will also be discounts available for other workshops and one-to-one mentoring.&nbsp;</p>

Live via Zoom. Fortnightly - 1/15/29 Oct, 12/26 Nov, 10 Dec - 6-8pm UK time 
Join artist Julie Galante for this course designed to nurture your creative practice. Together we’ll explore ways to create work that reflects your individual interests, passion, and point of view, no matter your experience level. The course content is delivered over six live Zoom sessions, in a small, welcoming group with plenty of opportunities for interaction. Additionally, there will be optional (but highly recommended) assignments to complete in between the live sessions - assignments designed to get you stuck in to your creative practice in new and interesting ways.
During each live session, there will be a demonstration focusing on a particular aspect of visual art - this will include various materials, subjects, and considerations such as composition, theme, mark-making, layering, and so on. We will also have a look at everyone’s recent creations, with celebration of the triumphs and suggestions for moving forward with work-in-progress. Together we’ll explore techniques including drawing, painting, mixed-media, and collage, but you don’t have to work exclusively in these media to take part - all creative disciplines are welcome.
Each participant will be encouraged to deepen their explorations in whatever direction interests them most - be it a series of drawings, written reflections, sketches, collages, photographs, mixed-media pieces, or a unique, personal combination of all these.
There will be an optional Facebook group for participants to stay connected and share their creations with each other between sessions. There will also be discounts available for other workshops and one-to-one mentoring. 

Airtily

Drawing

Painting

Watercolour Painting

Creative Practice

<p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Art &amp; Flash&nbsp;</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">with&nbsp;</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Anika Carpenter</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><b fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></b></span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">Monthly</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">&nbsp;online ekphras</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">tic&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">writing workshops</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">&nbsp;exploring contemporary artworks for story inspiration.</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">Each month, in&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">friendly, fast-paced workshops,&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">Anika Carpenter introduces a different contemporary artist and three to four of their artworks. Each artwork comes with an optional writing prompt inspired by the piece, along with a ten-minute writing sprint.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);">There is an invitation to share what you have written if you would like to.</span><span style="color: rgb(49, 49, 49); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(49, 49, 49);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">DATES 202</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">4</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Every third Monday of the month:</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">April 15&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ May 20&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ June 17&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ July 15&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ Aug 19&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ Sep 16&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ Oct 21&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ Nov 18&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(62, 62, 62); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 62, 62);">&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(63, 63, 63); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(63, 63, 63);">∣ Dec 16</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">ABOUT THE FACILITATOR</strong></span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><a href="https://www.anikacarpenter.com/" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">Anika Carpenter</span></a><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;is a flash fiction author</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">,</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;workshop facilitator and artist&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">with a background in the Fine Arts</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">. Her&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">fiction</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;has been shortlisted for the Bath Flash Fiction Award and the Bridport Prize and has been published in numerous anthologies. You can find her stories at Go</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">ne Lawn,&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">Ellipsis Zine, The Molotov Cocktail, Janus Literary and many more.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">Anika received a Fine Art MA (distinction) with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from Kingston University in 2010. She&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">spent ten years working as an</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;assistant to Turner Prize winning artists.</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;Anika&#39;s own&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.anikacarpenter.com/collages.html" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">artwork</span></a><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;has been exhibited at Towner Gallery and featured in numerous group exhibitions. She is the co-founder of&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.anikacarpenter.com/accidentandemergence.html" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">Accident &amp; Emergence</span></a><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;(currently on hiatus) an artist-led project that organised collaborations, exhibitions and retreats.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">Anika&#39;s ekphrastic story &#39;Interview with Alice Moore, Potion Maker&#39; won Bath Flash Fiction Festival&#39;s Great Flash Off competition in October, 2022. You can read it by clicking&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.flashfictionfestival.com/winners-oct-8th-great-festival-flash-off-writing-challenge/" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">here</span></a><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">As well as running The Flash Cabin, Anika is a rep for</span><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;</span><a href="https://writershq.co.uk/brighton-writing-retreats/" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">Writers&#39; HQ</span></a><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">&nbsp;where she runs online sessions and in-person retreats in Brighton.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><span style="color: rgb(67, 67, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(67, 67, 67);">You can find her on Twitter or BlueSky via</span><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">&nbsp;</span><a href="https://twitter.com/StillSquirrel" target="_blank" style="color: inherit; -webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">@StillSquirrel&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">&nbsp;</span></a></p>

Flash Cabin

Monthly online ekphrastic writing workshops exploring contemporary artworks for story inspiration. 

Art & Flash - ekphrastic writing workshops

Caerphilly

<p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">If you are new into the role of assessing; want to become a qualified assessor or assess learners as part of a teaching or training role, this qualification will provide you with a sound knowledge of using assessment competently and appropriately.</p><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">The course is delivered over 4 x half day workshops via Zoom, followed by 3 assignments.</p><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">Through attending this course, you will be able to understand:</p><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">The role of an assessor and others involved in the assessment process</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">How to plan assessment</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Different assessment methods and making assessment decisions</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">How to involve learners and others in the assessment process</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Legal and regulatory requirements relating to assessment</div></li></ul></div><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div></div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><h2 style="color: var(--ast-global-color-2); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-2);">Further Information</h2><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">This course can be completed in bilingually (workshops are in English, assignments and mentoring can be done in Welsh)</p><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">Following completion of this course, you can complete further qualifications in assessment, once you have access to two learners to carry out assessment with.</p></div><div style="color: var(--ast-global-color-5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 style="color: var(--ast-global-color-2); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-2);">Benefits</h2><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">First step on the ladder to becoming a qualified assessor</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Do not have to be working in a role as an assessor</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Interactive online workshops and one to one support to complete assignments</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Course delivery, mentoring &amp; support with an experienced assessor</div></li></ul></div>

If you are new into the role of assessing; want to become a qualified assessor or assess learners as part of a teaching or training role, this qualification will provide you with a sound knowledge of using assessment competently and appropriately.
The course is delivered over 4 x half day workshops via Zoom, followed by 3 assignments.
Through attending this course, you will be able to understand:
The role of an assessor and others involved in the assessment process
How to plan assessment
Different assessment methods and making assessment decisions
How to involve learners and others in the assessment process
Legal and regulatory requirements relating to assessment



Further Information
This course can be completed bilingually (workshops are in English, assignments and mentoring can be done in Welsh)
Following on from this course, you can complete further qualifications in assessment, once you have access to two learners to carry out assess.



Benefits
First step on the ladder to becoming a qualified assessor
Do not have to be working in a role as an assessor
Interactive online workshops and one to one support to complete assignments
Course delivery, mentoring & support with an experienced assessor

Panda Education and Training Ltd

Assessor Training

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

<p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">If you assess students knowledge, skills and competence in the workplace against industry or occupational standards. This is the industry standard qualification that you must hold. You must be able to work with 2 learners in the workplaces to demonstrate your assessing skills.</p><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">The course is delivered split into 3 parts:</p><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">&bull; 4 half day workshops delivered via Zoom</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">&bull; The completion of 3 assignments.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">&bull; Practical work &ndash; carrying out assessment activity in the workplace</p></div><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);">Through attending this course, you will be able to:</p><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Understand the role of an assessor and the principles and practices of assessment</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Plan assessments in the workplace with at least two learners</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Use different assessment methods, make assessment decisions and give feedback to learners</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Involve learners and others in the assessment process &ndash; ensuring decisions are countersigned, quality assured and that assessment practice is standardised<br id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Apply legal and regulatory requirements to your assessment</span></div></li></ul></div><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div></div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><h2 style="color: var(--ast-global-color-2); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-2);">Further Information</h2><ul style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">To complete this qualification you must have access to 2 learners in the workplace who are working towards industry or qualification standards.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">We are working in partnership with Bridgend College to fund this course &ndash; please ask us about eligibility requirements.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Please read the Terms and Conditions associated with this course.</li></ul><p style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"></p></div><div style="color: var(--ast-global-color-5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 style="color: var(--ast-global-color-2); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: var(--ast-global-color-2);">Benefits</h2><div style="color: rgb(75, 79, 88); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(75, 79, 88);"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Gain the industry standard qualification to be a workplace assessor</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Interactive online workshops and one to one support to complete assignments</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">One to one mentoring to support achievement of the practical unit</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(58, 58, 58); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(58, 58, 58);">Course delivery and mentoring support with an experienced assessor</div></li></ul></div>

If you assess students' knowledge, skills and competence in the workplace against industry or occupational standards, this is the industry standard qualification that you must hold. You must be able to work with 2 learners in the workplace to demonstrate your assessing skills.
The course is delivered split into 3 parts:
• 4 half day workshops delivered via Zoom
• The completion of 3 assignments.
• Practical work – carrying out assessment activity in the workplace
Through attending this course, you will be able to:
Understand the role of an assessor and the principles and practices of assessment
Plan assessments in the workplace with at least two learners
Use different assessment methods, make assessment decisions and give feedback to learners
Involve learners and others in the assessment process – ensuring decisions are countersigned, quality assured and that assessment practice is standardised
Apply legal and regulatory requirements to your assessment



Further Information
To complete this qualification you must have access to 2 learners in the workplace who are working towards industry or qualification standards.
We are working in partnership with Bridgend College to fund this course – please ask us about eligibility requirements.
Please read the Terms and Conditions associated with this course.




Benefits
Gain the industry standard qualification to be a workplace assessor
Interactive online workshops and one to one support to complete assignments
One to one mentoring to support achievement of the practical unit
Course delivery and mentoring support with an experienced assessor

154 Courses in Edinburgh

How to turn your creative passion into a career: first steps

By The Arienas Collective

Beginners lino printing taster workshop

By The Arienas Collective

Mosaic making with reclaimed china run by Mossy Mosaic - including afternoon tea

By The Arienas Collective

Neurodiversity Awareness

By Lapd Solutions Ltd

Mandala slate garden mosaic workshop

By The Arienas Collective

Sea-washed glass and pottery workshop

By The Arienas Collective

Learn how to make your own shampoo and soap bars

By The Arienas Collective

Festive Soap & Sip: a fun way to learn how to make your own soap gifts

By The Arienas Collective

Learning Centre Support Specialist

By Lapd Solutions Ltd

Book sculptures: how to give pre-loved books a new life

By The Arienas Collective

Search By Location