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Crochet Floral Wreath out of Flowers, Leaves and Pistils

By iStudy UK

Floral arranging is much more than simply putting a bunch of flowers into a vase and filling it with water. Learning the basics of floral arranging will help you put together a simple vase of flowers so that it looks elegant, professional and classy. Through this Crochet Floral Wreath out of Flowers, Leaves and Pistils you will learn the fundamentals of floral arranging, from the basic tools you will need, to how to prepare for a big event and be able to pull it off with confidence. You will learn the elements and principles of design, how to use the flowers and foliage available to you in your area, and the mechanics of arranging flowers in vases, in floral foam arrangements, and as hand-held bouquets. You will learn how to create the classic flat bouquet and hand-tied posies, as well as bouquets that are arranged in a variety of containers, such as baskets, boxes, and bags. Once you complete this course you will have the ability and confidence to create floral arrangements for all types of events, from a Mother's Day tea party to a simple and elegant wedding. What Will I Learn? make 3 kinds of flowers: Puff flower, Hibiscus flower and Irish lace rose make 2 kind of pistils: Corkscrew and Irish lace round button make an Irish lace leaf understand pattern reading - which I explain through the above projects make a Floral Wreath using the items we have just learned Requirements The basic crochet stitches such as slip knot, chain stitch, double crochet etc. You will need yarn and a crochet hook. I suggest for the easier handling to choose yarn you can work with easily, not too thin, not too thick. You will also need scissors and a darner needle Styrofoam wreath Who is the target audience? This course is designed for those, who are familiar with the basic crochet stitches and techniques. Those, who never held crochet hooks in their hand, this course might be overwhelming, therefore not recommended. Once you are familiar with the basic stitches, it is enough, from here I explain everything in detail. Let`s Prepare! Introduction FREE 00:03:00 Materials and Tools FREE 00:02:00 What Will We Crochet? FREE 00:03:00 Flowers, Pistils and Leaves Puff Flower - How to Crochet FREE 00:10:00 Puff Flower - Pattern Reading FREE 00:02:00 Hibiscus Flower - How to Crochet 00:12:00 Hibiscus Flower - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Irish Lace Rose - How to Crochet 00:16:00 Irish Lace Rose - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Corkscrew Spiral - How to Crochet 00:05:00 Corkscrew Spiral - Pattern Reading 00:01:00 Irish Lace Button or Pistil - How to Make 00:06:00 Irish Lace Leaf - How to Crochet 00:07:00 Irish Lace Leaf - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Assembling the Wreath Wreath Base 00:12:00 Assembling 00:03:00 Thank you! 00:02:00 Course Certification

Crochet Floral Wreath out of Flowers, Leaves and Pistils
Delivered Online On Demand1 hour 30 minutes
£25

Floral Wreath Design for Beginners

4.3(43)

By John Academy

Description Crochet is the wonderful production of creativity and dedication. Master the astonishing crochet pattern and create a wonderful floral wreath for decorating your home or for a gift for your friends. Crochet uses yarn and crochet hook to produce excellent fabric and other designs out of cotton. The course first familiarizes you with the essential crochet tools such as crochet yarn, different types of crochet hooks, wool wash, wool needles, yarn bobbins, knit blockers, etc. You will know the mandatory and less important tools and materials. Then, you will learn three types of crochet flower pattern - puff flower, Hibiscus flower and Irish flower. You will also know to make Irish flower leaf. Next, the course will show you to make two kinds of pistils: corkscrew and Irish lace round button. Finally, using the above knowledge, you will know how to make a Floral Wreath. Assessment: This course does not involve any MCQ test. Students need to answer assignment questions to complete the course, the answers will be in the form of written work in pdf or word. Students can write the answers in their own time. Once the answers are submitted, the instructor will check and assess the work. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Floral Wreath Design for Beginners is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Floral Wreath Design for Beginners is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Let`s Prepare! Introduction FREE 00:03:00 Materials and Tools 00:02:00 What Will We Crochet? 00:03:00 Flowers, Pistils and Leaves Puff Flower - How to Crochet 00:10:00 Puff Flower - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Hibiscus Flower - How to Crochet 00:12:00 Hibiscus Flower - Pattern Reading 00:16:00 Irish Lace Rose - How to Crochet 00:02:00 Irish Lace Rose - Pattern Reading 00:05:00 Corkscrew Spiral - How to Crochet 00:01:00 Corkscrew Spiral - Pattern Reading 00:06:00 Irish Lace Button or Pistil - How to Make 00:07:00 Irish Lace Leaf - How to Crochet 00:02:00 Assembling the Wreath Irish Lace Leaf - Pattern Reading 00:12:00 Wreath Base 00:03:00 Assembling 00:02:00 Thank you! 00:02:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Floral Wreath Design for Beginners
Delivered Online On Demand1 hour 30 minutes
£18

Crochet Floral Wreath Training Course

By Lead Academy

Quality Guarantee: Promising training excellence, satisfaction gurantee Accredited by CPD UK & Quality License Scheme Tutor Support: Unlimited support via email, till you complete the course Recognised Certification: Accepted by thousands of professional bodies Start Anytime: With 1 year access to the course materials Online Learning: Learn from anywhere, whenever you want Why Crochet Floral Wreath Training Course right for you? Whether you are self-taught and you want to fill in the gaps for better efficiency and productivity, this Crochet Floral Wreath Training course will set you up with a solid foundation to become a confident crochet expert and develop more advanced skills. This comprehensive course is the perfect way to kickstart your career in the field of crochet. This course will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. As one of the leading course providers and most renowned e-learning specialists online, we're dedicated to giving you the best educational experience possible. This course is crafted by industry expert, to enable you to learn quickly and efficiently, and at your own pace and convenience. Crochet Floral Wreath Training Course Details Accredited by CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.   The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Course Curriculum Let`s Prepare! Introduction Materials and Tools What Will We Crochet Flowers, Pistils and Leaves Puff Flower - How to Crochet Puff Flower - Pattern Reading Hibiscus Flower - How to Crochet Hibiscus Flower - Pattern Reading Irish Lace Rose - How to Crochet Irish Lace Rose - Pattern Reading Corkscrew Spiral - How to Crochet Corkscrew Spiral - Pattern Reading Irish Lace Button or Pistil - How to Make Irish Lace Leaf - How to Crochet Irish Lace Leaf - Pattern Reading Assembling the Wreath Wreath Base Assembling Thank You! Who should take this course? This comprehensive course is suitable for anyone looking to improve their job prospects or aspiring to accelerate their career in this sector and want to gain in-depth knowledge of crochet. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. As long as you are aged seventeen or over and have a basic grasp of English, numeracy and ICT, you will be eligible to enrol. Assessment Method On successful completion of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice assessment. The assessment will be evaluated automatically and the results will be given to you immediately. Certification Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35. FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org

Crochet Floral Wreath Training Course
Delivered Online On Demand
£25

Crochet Floral Wreath

By Study Plex

Highlights of the Course Course Type: Online Learning Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes Tutor Support: Tutor support is included Customer Support: 24/7 customer support is available Quality Training: The course is designed by an industry expert Recognised Credential: Recognised and Valuable Certification Completion Certificate: Free Course Completion Certificate Included Instalment: 3 Installment Plan on checkout What you will learn from this course? Gain comprehensive knowledge about crochet Understand the core competencies and principles of crochet Explore the various areas of crochet Know how to apply the skills you acquired from this course in a real-life context Become a confident and expert crochet expert Crochet Floral Wreath Course Master the skills you need to propel your career forward in crochet. This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skillset that will make you a confident crochet expert and take your career to the next level. This comprehensive crochet floral wreath course is designed to help you surpass your professional goals. The skills and knowledge that you will gain through studying this crochet floral wreath course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills for a rewarding career. This comprehensive course will teach you the theory of effective crochet practice and equip you with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in the crochet industry. You'll gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in crochet. This course is designed by industry experts, so you'll gain knowledge and skills based on the latest expertise and best practices. This extensive course is designed for crochet expert or for people who are aspiring to specialise in crochet. Enrol in this crochet floral wreath course today and take the next step towards your personal and professional goals. Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV that will help you outshine other candidates. Who is this Course for? This comprehensive crochet floral wreath course is ideal for anyone wishing to boost their career profile or advance their career in this field by gaining a thorough understanding of the subject. Anyone willing to gain extensive knowledge on this crochet can also take this course. Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring professional, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and professional competence, and open your doors to a wide number of professions within your chosen sector. Entry Requirements This crochet floral wreath course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines. You will, however, need a laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone, as well as a reliable internet connection. Assessment This crochet floral wreath course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. Recognised Accreditation This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. What is CPD? Employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions all recognise CPD, therefore a credential from CPD Certification Service adds value to your professional goals and achievements. Benefits of CPD Improve your employment prospects Boost your job satisfaction Promotes career advancement Enhances your CV Provides you with a competitive edge in the job market Demonstrate your dedication Showcases your professional capabilities What is IPHM? The IPHM is an Accreditation Board that provides Training Providers with international and global accreditation. The Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) accreditation is a guarantee of quality and skill. Benefits of IPHM It will help you establish a positive reputation in your chosen field You can join a network and community of successful therapists that are dedicated to providing excellent care to their client You can flaunt this accreditation in your CV It is a worldwide recognised accreditation What is Quality Licence Scheme? This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Benefits of Quality License Scheme Certificate is valuable Provides a competitive edge in your career It will make your CV stand out Course Curriculum Let`s Prepare! Introduction 00:03:00 Materials And Tools 00:02:00 What Will We Crochet 00:03:00 Flowers, Pistils and Leaves Puff Flower - How To Crochet 00:10:00 Puff Flower - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Hibiscus Flower - How To Crochet 00:12:00 Hibiscus Flower - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Irish Lace Rose - How To Crochet 00:16:00 Irish Lace Rose - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Corkscrew Spiral - How To Crochet 00:05:00 Corkscrew Spiral - Pattern Reading 00:01:00 Irish Lace Button or Pistil - How To Make 00:06:00 Irish Lace Leaf - How To Crochet 00:07:00 Irish Lace Leaf - Pattern Reading 00:02:00 Assembling the Wreath Wreath Base 00:12:00 Assembling 00:03:00 Thank You! 00:02:00 Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Achievement 00:00:00 Get Your Insurance Now Get Your Insurance Now 00:00:00 Feedback Feedback 00:00:00

Crochet Floral Wreath
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Still Life - Mondays from 13th January

5.0(22)

By Book Club School

Read and discuss this beautiful story of friendship, love and truth set in London, Tuscany and Florence Highlights Join this book club and gain extra motivation to read in English 7 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English Discuss this novel of beauty, love and art over 4 decades Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 7 week advanced English book club course reading and discussing Still Life by Sarah Winman. Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel. Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The Book Club book In Italy in 1944 two strangers meet in a Tuscan villa. Ulysses Temper is a young British soldier, Evelyn Skinner a free-thinking independent-minded 64-year-old art historian, come to rescue paintings from the war and relive her memories. This chance meeting with Evelyn will transform Ulysses’ life – and everyone who knows him. ‘THE most beautiful book … it will stay with me a long time’ SARA COX, BBC TWO’S BETWEEN THE COVERS Geoff says: "This is a lovely novel, with references to the great writer EM Forster and his masterpiece "A Room With A View". Much loved by readers, the characters of this novel stay with you for a long time."

Still Life - Mondays from 13th January
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We Solve Murders - Mondays from 13th January

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By Book Club School

Read and discuss this witty, best-selling murder mystery - clever and compelling Highlights Join this book club and gain extra motivation to read in English 7 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English Read this amusing book to develop your understanding of colloquial English Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 7 week English book club course using the Richard Osman's new series after The Thursday Murder Club, We Solve Murders. Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel. Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The Book Club book This is the first in a new series for detective duo Steve and Amy Wheeler. Steve is happily retired and likes his routines: the pub quiz, sitting outside, his cat. His past was full of adventure, but now he likes a quiet life. His daughter-in-law Amy, however, loves adrenaline. She's a private security officer, protecting a world-famous author Rosie D’Antonio on a remote island. It should be a simple job, until there's a murder, a lot of money and someone trying to kill Amy. This thriller is filled with action, amusing lines and warmth. And you need to work out "whodunnit" - who committed the crime! 'The thing that shines through in Osman’s writing is that he really likes people and revels in all their foibles and eccentricities. All of which makes for a delightful read' THE OBSERVER Geoff says: "Richard Osman is the famous author of the best-selling Thursday Murder Club series. This new book has broken all records as the best-selling adult hardback fiction book in the UK. It is full of action, yet witty, with interesting characters, and full of British English idioms and colloquialisms - great for improving your knowledge of how English is actually spoken!"

We Solve Murders - Mondays from 13th January
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Still Life - Tuesdays from 14th January

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By Book Club School

Read and discuss this beautiful story of friendship, love and truth set in London, Tuscany and Florence Highlights Join this book club and gain extra motivation to read in English 7 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English Discuss this novel of beauty, love and art over 4 decades Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 7 week advanced English book club course reading and discussing Still Life by Sarah Winman. Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel. Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The Book Club book In Italy in 1944 two strangers meet in a Tuscan villa. Ulysses Temper is a young British soldier, Evelyn Skinner a free-thinking independent-minded 64-year-old art historian, come to rescue paintings from the war and relive her memories. This chance meeting with Evelyn will transform Ulysses’ life – and everyone who knows him. ‘THE most beautiful book … it will stay with me a long time’ SARA COX, BBC TWO’S BETWEEN THE COVERS Geoff says: "This is a lovely novel, with references to the great writer EM Forster and his masterpiece "A Room With A View". Much loved by readers, the characters of this novel stay with you for a long time."

Still Life - Tuesdays from 14th January
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£137

The Song of Achilles - Tuesdays from 14th January

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By Book Club School

Read and discuss this modern retelling of The Iliad by award winning writer Madeline Miller Highlights Join this book club and gain extra motivation to read in English 7 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English Discuss this modern retelling and develop your cultural knowledge Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 7 week advanced English book club course reading and discussing the modern best-selling novel The Song of Achilles by award winning writer Madeline Miller. Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel. Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The Book Club book A gripping tale of love, ambition and immortal fame. This book was the winner of the Orange Women's Prize for Fiction and has sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide. It retells the story of The Iliad for modern times. The young prince Patroclus is exiled to the court of King Peleus, and is befriended by his son, Achilles. As the young men learn of war and medicine, their bond deepens, in spite of Achilles's mother Thetis. But when news reaches them that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, Achilles must fulfill his destiny and go to war in far off Troy. Not knowing what will become of them Patroclus accompanies him, and the years that follow test everything they value. 'Captivating' DONNA TARTT 'I loved it' J K ROWLING 'Ravishingly vivid' EMMA DONOGHUE Geoff says: "Modern day retellings of the stories from the classical Greeks have become very popular over the last decade - and this is the book that started the trend!"

The Song of Achilles - Tuesdays from 14th January
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£137

Giovanni's Room & Passing - Tuesdays from 14th January

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By Book Club School

Read and discuss these two gripping stories of race, identity and sexuality Highlights Join this book club and gain extra motivation to read in English 7 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English Read and discuss these important novels about race, identity and sexuality Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this advanced course featuring Passing (1928) and Giovanni's Room (1956). Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel. Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The Book Club books Passing by Nella Larsen: Clare Kendry "passes" as a white woman. She is married to a white man who is unaware of her African-American heritage. On meeting her childhood friend Irene, both women examine and reassess their marriages, confronting their past lies & fears for the future. Nella Larsen's intense, gripping story & insight into identity established her as a key author of America's Harlem Renaissance. Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin: David, a young American in 1950s Paris, plans to get married. However, while waiting for his fiancée to return from holiday, he meets Giovanni, a handsome Italian barman, starting a passionate affair. Tortured by his sexual identity, he has to decide who he is and who to spend his life with. 'Audacious... remarkable... elegant and courageous' Caryl Phillips 'Gorgeous, fearless, tempered by dark knowledge and pain ... the greatest American prose stylist of his generation' Colm Tóibín Geoff says: "These two short novels are both important contributions to literature by black writers. Passing (1929) established Nella Larson as one of the most important black female novelists in American history. Recently made into a Netflix film, Passing is the second and last of Larson's novels, and considered a classic work. She was a pioneer in writing about sexuality, race and the secret suffering of women. James Baldwin's powerful and controversial second novel is his most sustained treatment of sexuality, and a classic of gay literature."

Giovanni's Room & Passing - Tuesdays from 14th January
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£137

Chef Training

5.0(1)

By LearnDrive UK

Ignite your culinary passion with our Chef Training course. Master the art of professional cooking, explore traditional and continental cuisines, and delve into advanced kitchen management. This comprehensive course equips you with the culinary techniques and career development skills to excel in the culinary world.

Chef Training
Delivered Online On Demand1 hour
£5

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Cath Little

cath little

Cardiff

Cardiff Storyteller and Singer Cath Little has “rough magic” in her voice, and in her words “the gift of the story comes through.” She has a strong belief in the power of stories to connect us to one another, to the land, and to the people who once lived here. She tells traditional stories from her Irish English heritage and her Welsh homeland. Cath enjoys re-imagining and retelling stories from The Mabinogion. Cath helps run the Cardiff Storytelling Circle and curates their seasonal concerts, Tales for the Turning Year. She tells and listens to stories at Oasis, a Cardiff Charity which offers a warm Welsh welcome to refugees and asylum seekers. Cath keeps busy sharing stories in schools, libraries, museums, castles, cafes and fields. She has performed at festivals across Britain and Ireland and is the author of Glamorgan Folk Tales for Children. My father told me stories and my mother read me them. The family was, and is, full of wonderful storytellers. When I started teaching English in London Secondary Schools it came naturally to me to tell stories: I told stories to help the children into poetry, into Shakespeare, into their own creative imaginations. When I taught English in Italy and in Egypt I found that stories take away the stress of learning another language and give a real reason for listening. When I became a Steiner Waldorf Early Years Teacher I learnt more about the power of stories to nurture and to heal. And then one day I met a professional storyteller! Then I knew that’s what I had to be. Since then I’ve been on the path, following my bliss, and have worked as a professional storyteller since 2006.