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– BAG MAKING COURSE – LEATHER GOODS MAKING COURSE: MAKE A STITCHLESS LEATHER BAG – WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT?This is one of our group leather goods making courses for beginners that we organise at our London studio.Using beautiful vegetable-tanned leather, basic leather tools and simple metal fittings, you will make a stitchless leather bag while learning five basic leather working techniques.You will customise your bag by choosing between two designs (see photo gallery) and selecting your preferred colours of leather and fittings.No sewing skills or experience is required!At the end of the course, you won’t just take home a beautiful bag made entirely by you but also an understanding of working with leather and essential leather tools.WHAT WILL I LEARN?During our leather goods making courses, you will always receive an introduction to:-Different leather types-Essential leather tools You will then learn these 5 basic leather working techniques:-Marking leather-Cutting leather-Folding leather-Punching leather-Burnishing leather In the second part of the course, you will apply the techniques learnt by hand-cutting and assembling your beautiful bag using screw studs. No sewing is required.INCLUDED IN THE COURSE:All materials and tools are supplied.WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?This course on making a stitchless leather bag is suitable for beginners.You should be able to use measurements and understand verbal and written English instructions. ADDITIONAL MATERIAL PROVIDEDIn addition to the course, you will receive the following useful handouts to take home with you:– An introduction to leather types and features – A glossary of leather craft tools which includes images and helpful descriptions – A list of the basic fittings used in handbag making, including images and descriptions – A list of reputable suppliers to buy leather and fittings from (in London and online)HOW LONG IS THIS TUITION?:This tuition will require up to 7 hours to complete.We aim to provide customised and high quality tuition services and by only allowing up to 5 students at a time, we are able to focus on each person needs and interests.As every student has a different level of ability and previous experience, this course might lead some students to complete the core aspects of the lesson in a shorter time frame than others.Students who complete the course early will be welcome to stay and use the studio facilities to exercise on the topics of the lesson.

Join us as we journey through the wine regions of Italy. Discover what makes Italy the most fascinating wine-producing nation in the world! Taste beautiful Barolo, velvety Valpolicella, and charming Chianti amongst many others. We will explore regions such as Piedmont, Veneto, Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio, Lombardia, Puglia, Trentino, and Sicily. Three whole weeks dedicated to Italy enabling us to unravel the mysteries and delights of Italian wine.

Make your own ring as a unique gift or a custom piece of jewellery to keep in this bespoke one-on-one experience with The Silver Duck

Upcycle with pallets course

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

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

Spoon Carving, Green Woodworking, Basketry, Ancient Crafts

All my workshops are available as private bookings for family days. Whittling, Firecraft, Bark Crafts & Bushcraft Activities can all be arranged on a date and time that suit you. Activities can be modified for children of all ages. Travel - All my workshops can be run at any location within the UK. If you have your own space, inside or out, I am able to travel to you to teach. The price above is a 'starting from' price, and will vary depending on participant numbers, location and what activities are arranged. Get in touch here to arrange a day you wont forget! 


Wood Therapy and BBL Vaccum Training- option without kit doesn't include wood therapy tools nor bbl machine. Wood Therapy aka Maderoterapia What is wood therapy? Wood therapy is a technique in which a rigorous and complete massage is performed with the help of various utensils made of wood. Each of these instruments has a specific shape and size since they adapt to different areas of the body to fulfil a function. Benefits: Redaction of cellulite Body contouring Bum Lift Helps to reduce stress and muscle tension Increases blood circulation Lymphatic drainage support Course Content: What is wood therapy History of wood therapy Benefits of wood therapy Contraindications Tools and their usage Anatomy Lymphatic system Health and Safety Consultation Step by step process Aftercare Brazilian BBL Non-Surgical Buttock Enhancement What is Non-Surgical BBl? A non-surgical Brazilian Bum Lift is a safe and non-invasive way to lift the sculpt the shape of your bum. Using our specialist equipment, focused heating causes the contraction of the fibres in your bum, resulting in an immediate tightening of your skin in this area. This Lipofirm technology used in our treatments brings increased smoothness and softness to the skin, in addition to the tightening and lifting that will help you to feel so much better about an area you may not be comfortable with. Course content: Health and safety Sterilisation and disinfecting The appearance of the therapist Ergonomics About Brazilian bum lift enhancement Electricity Skin laxity Epidermis & dermis Hypodermis Weight gain Subcutaneous fat White and brown adipocytes Cellulite Mechanical lymphatic drainage Electrical muscle stimulation Skin tightening - radiofrequency Fat reduction - radiofrequency Contra-actions Contra-indications Aftercare Treatment protocol for bum lift How does the course work? The course is divided into 2 parts, the first part is theoretical which you have to complete before you come for your practical training, and the second one is a practical assignment. The practical assignment is done on the day which will be agreed upon course purchase. You will spend around 3-4 hours practising on a model in our venue in London E106RA. Will I require a model? Yes, usually 1 model is required. You need to supply your own model. Do I Need Experience Before Booking a Course? We’re pleased to offer courses to people with lots of different experiences. However, previous experience nor qualifications are not necessary if you would like to enrol on our Course. Certificate You will receive an end of course certificates which is accredited by the cpd group and allows you to work on public Machine(if purchased) You will have 6 months warranty from the date of purchase on the machine and 3 months on the handles. Please check our terms and conditions for further information. Payment By paying for the course you agree to our Terms and Conditions