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'Introduction to Natural Dyeing' workshop in Mere, Wiltshire. Learn the alchemy & magic of extracting colour from plants in this relaxed & informative natural dyeing workshop. Learn the principles & practice of natural dyeing using traditional, kitchen & foraged dye-stuffs, plus an introduction to indigo & over dyeing.

Register on the Web Design in Affinity Designer today and build the experience, skills and knowledge you need to enhance your professional development and work towards your dream job. Study this course through online learning and take the first steps towards a long-term career. The course consists of a number of easy to digest, in-depth modules, designed to provide you with a detailed, expert level of knowledge. Learn through a mixture of instructional video lessons and online study materials. Receive online tutor support as you study the course, to ensure you are supported every step of the way. Get an e-certificate as proof of your course completion. The Web Design in Affinity Designer is incredibly great value and allows you to study at your own pace. Access the course modules from any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablet, and smartphones. The course is designed to increase your employability and equip you with everything you need to be a success. Enrol on the now and start learning instantly! What You Get With The Web Design in Affinity Designer Receive a e-certificate upon successful completion of the course Get taught by experienced, professional instructors Study at a time and pace that suits your learning style Get instant feedback on assessments 24/7 help and advice via email or live chat Get full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday) Course Design The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace. You are taught through a combination of Video lessons Online study materials Certification Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate free of cost. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99. Who Is This Course For: The course is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are an aspiring professional. This course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge. Requirements: The online training is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements. To study the Web Design in Affinity Designer, all your need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of English, numeracy, and IT skills. You must also be over the age of 16.  Course Content Module 01: Introduction Introduction to the course 00:02:00 Module 02: The Fundamentals What is Affinity Designer and how to set it up for web design? 00:03:00 Affinity Designer's web design abilities 00:09:00 Module 03: Top 10 principles of good web design First 5 principles of good web design 00:04:00 The remaining 5 principles of good web design 00:05:00 Module 04: How to choose the right colours to design stunning websites The most important factor to consider before choosing colours 00:04:00 Mix colours for the best possible User Experience 00:05:00 Choose the 'psychologically right' colours 00:05:00 Easy tools for choosing errorproof colour schemes 00:07:00 Module 05: Typography in web design A super short history of web typography 00:03:00 Choose the right fonts for body text 00:05:00 Choose the right fonts for headings 00:04:00 Mix fonts for headings and body text 00:04:00 The perfect font for User Interface design 00:03:00 Module 06: How is a typical website built? Header, branding, navigation and Hero sections. 00:04:00 The centre and bottom sections of your website design 00:04:00 What are grids and how to use them 00:03:00 Design your very own grid 00:04:00 Module 07: Web design trends 1-7 web design trends that rule the web design world 00:09:00 Where to find the RIGHT inspiration for your next design 00:02:00 Module 08: The Preparation Stage Every website design needs scaffolding 00:03:00 Building your wireframe in Designer 00:05:00 Continue building the library 00:10:00 Use the assets to create a wireframe 00:11:00 Wireframing online 00:04:00 Talk about images and icons 00:06:00 Create font styles in Affinity Designer 00:04:00 Module 09: The Design Process The Design Part Overview 00:06:00 Create the Colour Swatches 00:04:00 Create the Text Styles 00:08:00 Take a Look at the Icons and Images 00:03:00 Module 10: Creating the Header Start with Creating the Logo 00:03:00 Build the Menu Links 00:04:00 Add the Social Media Icons 00:07:00 Module 11: Creating the Hero Start by Adding the Main Image 00:07:00 Quickly Resize the Image 00:03:00 Make the Image a Bit Darker 00:03:00 Add the Main Text 00:05:00 Add the Slider Navigation 00:04:00 Module 12: Let's Create the Smartphone Icon Start Creating the First Featured Section 00:04:00 Add the Featured Items 00:10:00 Add the Second Featured Item Section 00:06:00 Module 13: Creating the From Our Blog Section Start Creating the Blog Section 00:08:00 Replace the Images 00:03:00 Module 14: Creating the Gallery and the Footer Start Building the Image Gallery 00:07:00 Create the First Column of the Footer 00:04:00 Finish the Design and the Whole Footer 00:04:00 Module 15: How to Design a Modern Blog Affinity Designer Discover the Wireframe for the Design 00:06:00 Discover the Blog Design 00:06:00 Take a Look at Our Assets 00:06:00 Module 16: Create the Blog Header Create the Logo and Nav 00:08:00 Add the Social Media Icons 00:07:00 Module 17: Create the Blog Header Add the First Images 00:07:00 Add the Shading to the Images 00:08:00 Add the Navigation Buttons 00:05:00 Module 18: Let's Create a Container the Blog Post Create a Container the Blog Post 00:05:00 Add the First Pieces of Text 00:04:00 Add the Remaining Pieces of Text 00:06:00 Module 19: Creating the Blog Post Grid Start Creating the Blog Post Grid 00:06:00 Create the First Blog Post Card 00:05:00 Add the Remaining Cards 00:07:00 Add the Older Post Link 00:04:00 Module 20: Create the Sidebar Explore the Sidebar Project 00:03:00 Create the Search Box 00:04:00 Create the About Me Section 00:07:00 Create the Text Section of the Sidebar 00:05:00 Create the First Container for the Most Popular Posts 00:04:00 Create the List of the Most Popular Blog Posts 00:07:00 Create the Ads Section 00:03:00 Module 21: Create the Blog Footer Start Creating the Footer 00:04:00 Explore Different Footer Concepts 00:03:00 Finish Creating the Footer 00:07:00 Module 22: Create the Single Post Design Explore the Single Post Design 00:03:00 Create the Featured Image and the Post Container 00:06:00 Module 23: Create the Blog Post Area Add the Blog Post Title 00:06:00 Add the Paragraphs and Images 00:10:00 Add the Social Media Icons 00:06:00 Add the pre-Next Post Navigation 00:08:00 Add the Related Posts Section 00:07:00 Module 24: Create the Comments Section Start Creating the Comments Section 00:05:00 Create the Texts for the Comments 00:06:00 Create the Post Comment Form 00:09:00 Module 25: Finalizing the design Delivering the design to the client 00:04:00 Delivering the file to the developer 00:03:00 Use the Export Persona to Export the Assets in Bulk 00:02:00 Thanks for Watching the Course 00:01:00 Frequently Asked Questions Are there any prerequisites for taking the course? There are no specific prerequisites for this course, nor are there any formal entry requirements. All you need is an internet connection, a good understanding of English and a passion for learning for this course. Can I access the course at any time, or is there a set schedule? You have the flexibility to access the course at any time that suits your schedule. Our courses are self-paced, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience. How long will I have access to the course? For this course, you will have access to the course materials for 1 year only. This means you can review the content as often as you like within the year, even after you've completed the course. However, if you buy Lifetime Access for the course, you will be able to access the course for a lifetime. Is there a certificate of completion provided after completing the course? Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can be a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and can be shared on your various social networks. Can I switch courses or get a refund if I'm not satisfied with the course? We want you to have a positive learning experience. If you're not satisfied with the course, you can request a course transfer or refund within 14 days of the initial purchase. How do I track my progress in the course? Our platform provides tracking tools and progress indicators for each course. You can monitor your progress, completed lessons, and assessments through your learner dashboard for the course. What if I have technical issues or difficulties with the course? If you encounter technical issues or content-related difficulties with the course, our support team is available to assist you. You can reach out to them for prompt resolution.

Be it a career change, an exciting new hobby, perfecting existing skills or simply enhancing professional employment prospects– we help you unlock creativity through our industry aligned all-encompassing Graphic Design Course. " Having done my level 1 and level 2 in graphic design, I felt that I still had gaps in my knowledge and I wasn't comfortable with what I knew. I signed up with Blue Sky Graphics and I am really glad I did. I am definitely better now than when I started and this is all thanks to my tutor and Blue Sky Graphics 🙂 " A Comprehensive Advanced Course The graphic design course is a structured academic and industry aligned advanced course suitable for complete beginners, intermediates or those wanting to improve their existing skill set. The graphic design course is comprehensive and through our teaching methodology is designed to train participants to become professional Graphic Designers. There is an emphasis on corporate illustration, composition, painting and logos as well as advertisement designs while focusing on vectors, lines, features, shapes, and spaces. All this will be integrated into how graphic elements are printed after they are processed in graphic design software for the purpose of visually illustrating emotions and messages. During the course you will be exposed to: advertisements, magazines, newspapers, corporate graphic designs particular to company cultures and brand identity, stationery, letterheads, business cards, logos, books, packaging and much more. The graphic design course teaches you to understand and learn how to operate a labyrinthine yet amazing world of Adobe software. With this software we explore the uses of words, shapes, textures, forms, sizes and colours to communicate by combining ideas and images to make a new concept. Graphic design through common misconception is not just about layout and typography, but much more about ideas behind visual meaning. Graphic design can make a company more successful in the world if it makes communication smart, attractive and able to captivate its audience. Graphic design can effectively be used by businesses to make (or break) their brand identity, increase sales, promote web traffic or promote services and products through advertising on their websites to convey complex data to its readers in a clear way. Elements of graphic design include: Colour, Size, Texture, Line, Shape, Space and, Form. It is important that each element is understood correctly, and this is one of the key principles we teach on our graphic design course. In other terms, graphic design communicates certain ideas or messages through visuals. These visuals can be as simple as a business logo, or as complex as pages of web design. This course goes beyond just the practical side of graphic design and includes the theory and substance behind modern graphic design. Your teacher will guide you on: What salary you can expect at the start of your career? How to get new clients for your business for freelance designers ? How to find work for the new graphic designer starting out in the big world? How to quickly integrate into the graphic design field? How to combine working from home versus working at a studio ? Begin one-to-one online learning with your very own private tutor Interested? Our course is 7 months long, consisting of 1 hour 30 minutes of online one-to-one sessions. When you enrol at Blue Sky Graphics expect at least 90 minutes of class sessions and 2 – 4 hours of homework per week. If we accommodate the course delivery into a shorter time frame, (for e.g. over 4 months instead of 7 months the Flexi 3 doubles from £265.00 to £450.00 over 4 months) the instalment is billed at the delivery rate.  The cost of traditional schooling is typically more expensive than online courses, but in the end it all comes down to how good the tutors are. With our online courses you can gain skills that are a necessity for graphic design remotely. That’s right! Learn the skills needed to use Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and portfolio! The online courses cost £1799.00 (VAT inclusive) with no extra hidden costs and there are affordable instalment options too. Pay via debit or credit card or use a payment plan. A deposit of £294.00 is required to secure your position.

Digital Art Tools for Photoshop Certification Ever wonder why a picture in a magazine looks flawless or how creative an advertising banner looks? While being a professional designer or photographer may have a lot to do with it, the potential to create amazing images is possible for anyone. The key is to learn how to use the right post-production software, such as Adobe Photoshop. The ability to create multi-layers with unique effects and designs allows the designer to add depth and dimension. It is important to understand what Photoshop is used for as it has multiple functions and can be a very useful tool in not just editing photos, but also creating pamphlets, banners, business cards and flyers. This course will teach you about the benefits of such a program and also provides instructions on how to use it for both professional and personal needs. Throughout the course, you will see 21 different videos. Each video will take you on a step-by-step journey through the basic features of Photoshop. While there are several obvious features, such as the 'Layers' dialogue box, there are additional ways to use each tool to maximise the post effects of a photo. In this course, you will learn: How to create a new file and adjust a canvas size that is suitable to project needs How to navigate through the software, where to find its tools and understand the layout of the page Learn how to identify Photoshop tools and understand their basic functionalities Learn how to identify the secondary tools, how to select them and what they are used for Learn shortcuts and understand how and when to use them How to use the layer option and understand the layer dialogue box Learn how to use and apply adjustment layers How to add effects and filter to an existing image Course Benefits: You will learn the basic steps of using Photoshop and can begin to create a design How to become more efficient by using shortcuts and understanding the use of specific tools You will understand how to enhance an image and ways to crop the image to reuse for another project The importance of colours and how they can be adjusted and enhanced using the different colour options such as colour balance How to use brightness and contrast, exposure and hue and saturation to manipulate a photo How to use rulers to make creative designs such as pamphlets Design elements that enhance a creative project

Learn how to design and customize a perfect fitting sweater using DK or 4ply/fingering weight yarn. From layout and shape to color placement and professional finishing, this 7-week course will guide you through every step with personalized assistance from expert crochet tutor, Merrian.

This course is delivered over two 2 hour sessions. The first session covers why we use signing with children with Down syndrome and the signs for manners, animals, food, family and other people, and the alphabet. The second session covers signs for the home, school day, colours, descriptions, time/days, questions and connective/link words. Followed by a discussion on how behaviour can be addressed through introducing signing.

Description: Are looking forward to learning each and every single details of Microsoft Office 2016? Then you are at the right place! Microsoft Office 2016 Essentials is designed for beginners to educate about Microsoft Office 2016. Initially, you will learn about the basic features of Microsoft Word such as creating a new document, personalizing the Microsoft Word interface, adding graphics, etc. Besides, you will learn about the techniques of controlling page appearance, proofing and editing a document. Following that, you will learn about the foundations of Microsoft Office Excel that is essential to create and work with an electronic spreadsheet. You will be able to insert and delete text, adjust cells, create columns, rows and much more. Next, Microsoft PowerPoint will help you to learn to navigate the PowerPoint environment, create and save PowerPoint presentation, delivering advanced text editing etc. Microsoft Outlook will help you to set up and use Outlook on Windows. It will also assist you in creating and sending messages, managing contacts, using the calendar, managing tasks, working with notes and much more. Overall, this course gives you all information to access Microsoft Office 2016. Register today and get benefit from this course. Learning Outcomes: Word 2016 user interface, creating basic documents and utilizing help Managing text through modifying, finding and replacing, and selecting them; and arranging texts through tabs and lists Understanding the commands on the home tab and mini toolbar Paragraph layout tool, borders, shading, styles and formatting management techniques Maximizing your ability to utilize tables within Word 2016 Inserting symbols and special characters along with techniques for adding them Managing your page's appearance with colours, borders, watermarks, headers, footers and page setup dialog box Reviewing documents through spell check, research pane and thesaurus Document accessibility options Customizing the user interface, modifying save options and managing other file types Familiarize the excel user interface, creating basic worksheet and using the help system How to create formulas, reuse them and insert functions in a worksheet Managing cells, columns and rows and ways to manipulate data Utilizing the 'Search and replace' data options and spell checking Modifying fonts, adding borders and colours to cells, using number formats, aligning cell contents and applying cell styles Define and refine page layouts for printing options Managing large workbooks through worksheet tab formatting and using different views Options for general customization, language, formula, proofing and saving Customizing Quick Access toolbar, ribbon, advanced and Trust Center options Utilize Excel's version control features and enabling add-ins Utilize the PowerPoint user interface, creating and saving presentations, and using help Making presentations through presentation options like selecting types, building it, layouts, text editing, viewing and navigation Discover methods for formatting characters, paragraphs, and text boxes Adding images, screenshots, screen recordings, shapes and WordArt Modifying options for objects and animation features Creating and formatting a table and integrating data from other Microsoft Office applications Create format and manipulate a chart Navigate throughout the Outlook user interface and learn to perform basic email functions and utilize help Composing emails, grammar and spell checks, formatting content, attaching files, enhancing messages and managing automatic message responses Customize reading options, work with attachments and manage message responses Managing and organization of messages with the help of tags, flags, other commands and folders Using calendar options to manage appointments and meetings Using People workspace to create, update, view and organise contacts Managing tasks and notes Creating and managing Quick Steps, and customizing the interface according to needs Get familiarized with Microsoft Access 2016, create simple databases, and use the help options Change table data, manage records, and create lookups Join data from different tables, sort and filter them, and perform calculations for queries Creating, adding controls, enhancing appearance and print preparation for reports How to utilize Access Options dialog box Relational database design, creating tables, managing table fields and creating table relationships Creating query joins and sub queries, joining tables with no common fields, relating data within a table, and working with sub datasheets Data normalization and creating junction tables Sharing Access data with other applications and through import and export options Managing reports through organizing information, formatting, including charts, adding calculated fields and sub-report inclusion to existing ones Create mailing label report and publishing reports in PDF format Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. 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? Microsoft Office 2016 Essentials 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 Microsoft Office 2016 Essentials 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.

Phoenix Pottery and Art Studio hosts a calendar of creative workshops, pottery classes and courses, glass fusing courses, watercolour painting classes and much more. Situated in Golborne, near Warrington, St Helens, Wigan and approx 20 miles from Manchester and Liverpool. Easy motorway access for the Northest UK.

Course Overview A beautifully crafted soap not only maintain your hygiene but also soothes your mind and lift your mood. Learn how you can make customized soaps from this Natural Homemade Soap Making Course and make soap commercially. This Natural Homemade Soap Making Course will give you a clear understanding of how you can establish your soap making business. You will familiarize yourself with different types of soap, their criteria and their benefits. You will learn about the ingredients you need to make luxury soaps, skills to make customized soap with minimum equipment and discover the range of oils and colors you can use. This course will teach you how you can create your recipe and brand and provide you with the skills you need to make specialty soaps. The easily understandable module will familiarize you with various soap making techniques and help you determine your own soap making strategy. Learn soap making from this Natural Homemade Soap Making Course today and amaze people with your skill. Learning Outcomes Learn about the importance of soap as a luxury and hygiene product Know about different types of soap that are available in market Familiarize with the ingredients needed to manufacture soap Learn how to make soap with minimum equipment and tools Discover the range of oil and color that can be used to create soap Be able to mold soaps into different colors and shapes Create your own recipe and brand of soap Gain the skill to make specialized and customized soap Learn about the steps of establishing your own soap business Who is this course for? This Natural Homemade Soap Making Course is ideal for those who want to learn about the soap making process and establish their own soap making business. This course will teach you the process of soap making with step by step lessons. Entry Requirement This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Certification After you have successfully completed the course, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy at the cost of £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry-leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path The Natural Homemade Soap Making Course is a useful qualification to possess and would be beneficial for any related profession or industry such as: Entrepreneurs Small Business Owners Craftsperson's Cleaning Specialists Beauty Consultants Home-based Salespersons Module 01: Introduction to Soap Making Introduction to Soap Making 00:16:00 Module 02: Types of Soaps Types of Soaps 00:17:00 Module 03: Soap Making Ingredients Soap Making Ingredients 00:27:00 Module 04: Equipment for Soap Making Equipment for Soap Making 00:23:00 Module 05: Different Ways to Make A Soap: Part-1 Different Ways to Make A Soap: Part-1 00:15:00 Module 06: Different Ways to Make A Soap: Part-2 Different Ways to Make A Soap: Part-2 00:18:00 Module 07: Understanding Oil Choices Understanding Oil Choices 00:26:00 Module 08: Playing with Colours Playing with Colours 00:26:00 Module 09: Make Your Own Soap Bars: Part-1 Make Your Own Soap Bars: Part-1 00:23:00 Module 10: Make Your Own Soap Bars: Part-2 Make Your Own Soap Bars: Part-2 00:28:00 Module 11: Special Soap Recipes Special Soap Recipes 00:29:00 Module 12: Soaps for Other Purposes Soaps for Other Purposes 00:18:00 Module 13: Tips, Tricks and Precautions Tips, Tricks and Precautions 00:22:00 Module 14: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 00:17:00 Module 15: Frequently Faced Confusions Frequently Faced Confusions 00:22:00 Module 16: Open for Business Open for Business 00:13:00 Module 17: Selling Your Beautiful Handmade Soaps Selling Your Beautiful Handmade Soaps 00:18:00 Order Your Certificates and Transcripts Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

– 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.