86 Recreational courses in Bushey

Learn to make on-trend garments, develop your sewing & pattern cutting skills, whilst getting into the mind of a designer. We have a range of compelling and sustainable workshops taught by expert tutors and industry professionals.

A private beginner embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred tailored just for you!

I often buy clothes and accessories spontaneously. This results in a wardrobe full of pieces that don’t pair with anything. “I have nothing to wear….” I hear you say. A handful of treasures just hanging in there before progressing into a charity giveaway bag. Not if you know your true colours that will elevate your look and mood as well as save money and the environment. Based on this colour analysis we can create a capsule wardrobe using your existing pieces and follow your colour chart to purchase matching items in future. Whatever fashion dictates, buying less and more consciously will reduce waste, save money and creates a wonderful wardrobe you can be proud of! The analysis is based on inherited tones as well as personality. Based on 4 seasons: spring and autumn being warm and summer and winter cool in the colour spectrum.

Runs on Sundays 25th Februrary and 2nd March 10:30-3:30 Make the fab Tilly and the Buttons Coco or Billy dress in this one day class. These dresses are made from knitted fabric and therefor a great pattern to make in a short time - No zips or buttonholes! It should just fit straight out of the envelope. This is a good class to learn about using stretch fabrics on a domestic sewing machine. For a more in-depth class covering fitting please join the 3 day dressmaking course instead.   The pattern for this garment is included in the class fee, as are the machines, haberdashery, endless tea and coffee. All you'll need to bring is the fabric for your dress, I will discuss the exact amount and what kind is suitable once the class is booked.    This is a small class so you will get lots of time with me. I will have a maximum of 4 students in the class but usually we just have 2 or 3.  Event Terms & Conditions Classes need to be paid for at the time of booking. They will only run once the minimum number of students is met. My studio sadly isn’t accessible to those with mobility issues. I have cats but no soft furnishings or carpets in the studio so most people with allergies are fine with antihistamines.

Say goodbye to shop-bought pasta with this Two Hour BYOB Pasta Making Workshop with The Avenue Cookery School. Kick things off with a helpful demonstration from the chef as you learn how to make the perfect ravioli with the most delicious filling from scratch. Prepare to get hands-on putting your new-found knowledge to the test, before sitting down with the alcoholic tipple you brought along to the class and enjoying the fruits of your labour. You’ll receive useful pasta tips and tricks throughout the class, which you can apply in the future when recreating this delicious dish at home. (You can add bottomless wine at £20pp) What's Included Two Hour BYOB Pasta Making Workshop with The Avenue Cookery School Fun, informative and social class Learn how make the perfect ravioli with the most delicious filling from scratch Receive expert tips and tricks throughout All equipment, aprons and ingredients included BYOB (Bring Your Own Booze) with no corkage fee Recipe booklet emailed to you after the class Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card

Craving freshly prepared sushi? Wishing to craft it in the comfort of your home rather than spending a fortune at a high-end sushi restaurant or settling for lackluster store-bought options? Join us at our Sushi Workshop and channel your inner sushi-making maestro as you create your very own sushi rolls! Our enjoyable and hands-on Sushi Workshop will impart the skills to craft delectable sushi rolls without breaking the bank. It's time to astonish your friends and family with your authentic homemade Japanese sushi. Whether it's a gathering of friends, your parents, or a unique #DateNight experience with your significant other, come and elevate your Sushi night in a stylish manner. Our seasoned chefs will graciously welcome you into our warm and family-operated kitchen for this wonderfully distinctive evening of relaxed culinary expertise. The session will commence with a comprehensive demonstration in which we will guide you through the fundamentals of sushi-making, from cooking the sushi rice and preparing the fillings to mastering crucial sushi knife techniques and, last but not least, assembling the sushi. Whether you opt for the vegan, vegetarian, or standard menu, you'll have the chance to try your hand at crafting sushi, with the chefs available to assist if needed. Following an enjoyable evening dedicated to sushi mastery, you'll gather with both old and new acquaintances to savour your mouthwatering creations together! What We Provide: An informative and lively demonstration A skilled Sushi chef Hands-on sushi crafting for fish enthusiasts, vegetarians, and vegans alike All necessary facilities, equipment, and ingredients included A brief overview of sushi's origins A recipe card sent to your email after the class BYOB (Bring Your Own Booze) with no corkage fee You can add bottomless wine at £20pp Skills Acquired: Confidence in crafting your own sushi from scratch Handling fish Seasoning Balancing flavours Sushi Workshop Menu: An abundance of Sushi!!! Hoso Maki Unra Hoso Maki Allergies Catered For: We can accommodate those following a GF, LF, Vegan, or Vegetarian diet upon request. Age Restrictions: Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Each person in the kitchen must have their own individual paid spot, regardless of age

Learn to create top quality, fragrant, natural candles you can feel proud to burn in your home or gain enough skills to start a business. Paula, the award-winning founder of Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co., a master Chandler with years of experience is your host and teacher. You’ll be in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and leave with two beautiful handmade soy wax candles - one large 30 cl and a smaller 12 cl.

Learn all the essentials of how to make luxurious, fragrant soaps, for home, gifts to wow your friends and family, or as an aspiring entrepreneur.

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

Start by learning to read a commercial dressmaking pattern, adjusting it to your own unique measurements, and then learn to sew up your garment. The class has a maximum of 4 people in it so you get tons of one to one support, and you will learn a lot! This is a really comprehensive introduction to learning to make your own clothes. It is a small class and nicely paced so you will be able to ask all the questions and really delve quite deep into it all. Most of my past students now regulary make their own clothes! I am passionate about teaching people about fit and we will talk about dart manipulation, bust adjustments, neckline and sleeve adjustments etc. We usually all work from the same pattern but if you want to make something else because you, for example, don't wear dresses, I am very flexible.