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.
Hello all you interested crocheters out there! Hungry for a new crochet stitch to take your crochet to the next level? Come and join us here at Stitch! and learn mosaic crochet with the wonderful Kay Dudman. This is a technique that gives you the opportunity to use two different colours without changing wool. You can create beautiful geometric designs with whatever colour combinations you like. During this workshop you will be covering inset and overlay mosaic techniques. You will be working on a panel learning the these basic techniques that you can continue at home to make a blanket or you can incorporate it into other projects. (Please note that this is not a beginners crochet class you are required to know the basic stitches for crochet.) Avid beginners looking for new crochet variations- come and enjoy! We look forward to seeing you for a morning of beautiful crocheting and creating! We will provide yarns but please do bring your crochet hook and any yarns you want to experiment and have fun with! Duration: 2 hours Date: Thursday 11th April 6:30-8:30pm Cost: £45.00 LOCATION: 2 Hazelwood Lane, Palmers Green N13 5EX This is a class for adults. Please ensure you have read fully our terms and conditions. We look forward to seeing you soon! The StitchN13 Team x
Located between Canterbury and Ashford, join us at our ancient woodland camp on the beautiful Kent Downs for this introductory 1 day bushcraft course. We’ve put together this 1 day bushcraft course for people whose time is precious but would like to gain a thorough grounding in the key skills of outdoor bushcraft and survival. So we’ve created a package that will ensure that you leave us with simple, repeatable skills that’ll give you the confidence to broaden your horizons in the great outdoors. During your time spent with us on this 1 day course, you will: - Learn how to safely use a knife - Build a debris shelter and gain an understanding of the design principles involved - Have plenty of practise creating a flame using matches, fire steels, fire pistons, wire wool & a battery, solar mirrors, flint & steel, chemicals - Make char cloth, create a tinder bundle and blow an ember into flame - Find, filter and purify your own water - Go for a woodland walk to gain an insight into some of the trees and plants around us and what they can be used for - Gather your own materials and light a fire following a method that will work in all weather conditions. At the end of the course you will have a good working knowledge of the skills needed to enjoy your time in the woods or enhance your camping or outdoor activities. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? We include all tools, equipment and materials. The kettle is always on for tea and coffee. Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
This tour comprises of 5 nights and 5 full days visiting and photographing some of the most iconic locations used in the Outlander television series.
Over the years our 2 day bushcraft course has proven to be our most popular bushcraft course. It’s been carefully designed to initiate you into the joys of outdoor living, although many of the skills that you’ll be taught are easily transferable to other outdoor activities. This 2 day bushcraft course is intended for people who would like to understand what bushcraft is all about and to learn simple, repeatable bushcraft and survival skills. This includes campers, backpackers, hikers and other outdoors people who wish to learn some of the skills required to be comfortable in the outdoors, so that you have the time to really enjoy what is around you. We have people attend who have no previous bushcraft experience as well as those with some prior experience and we can say with absolute honesty that everyone leaves knowing more than when they arrived! During your time spent with us on this bushcraft course, you will: - Learn how to safely use essential bushcraft tools including knife, folding saw and bow saw - Have plenty of practise creating a flame using matches, fire steels, fire pistons, wire wool & a battery, solar mirrors, flint & steel, chemicals and fire by friction - Carve your own honey spreader or spatula from materials you gather in our ancient woodland - Understand the pros and cons of debris shelters, where & how to build one, and sleep in one if you wish - Put up a tarp and hammock using only 3 simple knots that can be tied and untied wearing gloves (you can sleep in a hammock if you like) - Find, filter and purify your own water - Go for a woodland walk to gain an insight into some of the trees and plants around us and what they can be used for - Learn how to sharpen a knife so that it will slice through a sheet of paper - Locate and identify different natural tinders easily found in the woods - Gather your own materials and light a fire following a method that will work in all weather conditions. At the end of this bushcraft course you will have a good working knowledge of the skills needed to enjoy your time in the woods or enhance your camping or outdoor activities. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? Included in the price is: - Breakfast and dinner - Hot and cold drinks - Tools, equipment and materials Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
Executive functioning skills are the missing link between intentions and actions. In this presentation, we will identify executive functioning skills and discuss how ADHD and related neurodiversity diagnoses impact them.
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.
Dive into the enchanting world of textile artistry, where threads intertwine and imagination blossoms. Our course, 'Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs,' offers a mesmerising journey through the multifaceted realms of needle felting. Discover the foundational concepts and gradually master advanced techniques, ensuring that every fibre of your creativity gets the perfect outlet. By course end, you'll have metamorphosed raw wool into tangible masterpieces, ready to captivate any observer's senses. Learning Outcomes Understand the fundamental concepts and history of fiber sculpting. Identify and make use of diverse fiber sculpting tools and materials efficiently. Master basic to intricate fiber sculpting techniques. Craft detailed animal figures, statuettes, and other distinct fiber sculpted creations. Enhance designs for expert exhibition or individual enjoyment Why buy this Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs for? Absolute beginners keen to explore the textile art realm. Textile artists looking to expand their skill repertoire. Craft enthusiasts searching for a new avenue of expression. Teachers or instructors aiming to introduce needle felting into their curriculum. Art and craft shop owners desiring to host needle felting workshops. Prerequisites This Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Needle Felting Instructor: £20,000 - £30,000 annually. Textile Artist: £23,000 - £35,000 annually. Craft Workshop Facilitator: £22,000 - £31,000 annually. Artistic Display Designer: £25,000 - £38,000 annually. Craft Supply Store Manager: £24,000 - £34,000 annually. Art Therapist (utilising needle felting): £27,000 - £40,000 annually Course Curriculum 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 00:16:00