Wool courses in Belfast

Exploring the unique texture of felted knitting to create art, sculpture and many other practical purposes!

Overview Needle crafting is a fascinating form of art that transforms wool into 3d forms. Learn how to create masterpieces with wool with our exclusive Needle Felting 101 course. With our course, you can learn the core techniques of turning wool into art. Our comprehensive course will introduce you to key tools and materials used in needle felting. From engaging modules, you will learn basic to advanced-level needle felting techniques. Here, you will learn how to create animal sculptures and figurines. You will also learn the skills to create needle-felted items. By the end of the course, you will master the art of needle felting. Join now! Course Preview Learning Outcomes Get introduced to the fundamentals of needle felting Familiarise yourself with the needle felting tools and materials Grasp effective needle felting techniques Learn the skills to create animals and sculpture Know how to make different items with needle felting Why Take This Course From John Academy? Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials Engaging tutorial videos, materials from the industry-leading experts Opportunity to study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result Earn UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification Easily access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime Excellent career advancement opportunities Get 24/7 student support via email. What Skills Will You Learn from This Course? Needle Felting Who Should Take this Needle Felting? Whether you're an existing practitioner or an aspiring professional, this course is an ideal training opportunity. It will elevate your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and a recognised qualification attesting to your knowledge. Are There Any Entry Requirements? This Needle Felting 101 is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. But learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. And a good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT will be helpful. Certificate of Achievement After completing this course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates & Transcripts can be obtained either in Hardcopy at £14.99 or in PDF format at £11.99. Career Path​ This exclusive Needle Felting 101 will equip you with effective skills and abilities and help you explore career paths such as  Needle Artist Craft Seller Crafting Teacher Module 01: Introduction to Needle Felting Introduction to Needle Felting 00:13:00 Module 02: Needle Felting Tools and Materials Needle Felting Tools and Materials 00:16:00 Module 03: Basic Needle Felting Techniques Basic Needle Felting Techniques 00:18:00 Module 04: Advanced Techniques Advanced Techniques 00:17:00 Module 05: Animal Sculptures and Figurines Animal Sculptures and Figurines 00:19:00 Module 06: Needle Felted Animals Needle Felted Animals 00:13:00 Module 07: Other Needle Felted Items Other Needle Felted Items 00:17:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Learn to weave, 'off-loom' with Sarah Ward, via Zoom

Learn to weave, 'off-loom' with Sarah Ward, via Zoom

Learn to weave, 'off-loom' with Sarah Ward, via Zoom

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

Design Sinking: How to Fail at Design Thinking - and How to Do It Better Design Thinking is ubiquitous these days. From developing new payment processes for car parks to optimizing the patient experience in public hospitals, from designing blockchain scenarios for savings banks to improving the employee experience at tech start-ups, from building intrapreneurial ventures for mobility providers to designing business models for aircraft parts logistics, from large-scale digital transformation campaigns on enterprise level to designing whole strategies of start-ups, SMEs and major corporations alike... Looking back to the last years as an innovation consultant and facilitator, the list could go on and on. Browsing all those cases one might easily get the impression that Design Thinking is some kind of 'magic wand' to just do it all - better, faster, cheaper and of course instantly ready for implementation, with a 100% guaranteed success rate. Germans would call it a 'Eierlegende Wollmilchsau' (engl. fig. 'egg laying wool-milk-pig'). Of course, it is not. Nevertheless, it has undoubtedly proven to be a highly important tool to master the transformations we're facing on so many levels.

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This course has been designed to guide the complete beginner or act as a refresher for those who may have dabbled in Blackwork embroidery in the past. We will cover the history, styles of Blackwork embroidery, threads and techniques.

Explore the world of fabrics in fashion design with our comprehensive course, 'Fabrics in Fashion Design: Crafting with Designer Fabrics.' Uncover the secrets of natural and synthetic fibers, master fabric weaves and knits, and learn the art of fabric finishes. From sourcing and selection to understanding color in fashion, this course is your gateway to becoming a skilled designer with an eye for trends and a passion for crafting unique, sustainable, and trendsetting designs. Enroll now to elevate your fashion expertise and embark on a creative journey into the heart of textile innovation.