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6 week embroidery workshop starting Friday 25th September 7pm – 9pm 2020
£125.00Discover the wonderful art of Embroidery on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft and everything we do is worked BY HAND, no machine are used at all. Which means this course is suitable for absolute beginners to embroidery and all projects can be completed at home with very little equipment.
Friday 25th September
On this first session you will receive two embroidery hoops, a selection of needles and threads and a lovely pair of embroidery scissors. These will be yours to keep so don’t forget to bring them on each session.
To start off our six weeks of embroidery, we will be learning how to transfer a pattern to fabric, how to mount our fabric in a hoop and how to do 4 basic embroidery stitches. We will have completed a mini sampler by the end of the session.
Friday 2nd October
In this session we will have a quick recap of week one, then using our embroidery hoop we will be exploring colour and texture by using hand applique combined with our basic stitches to create a small botanical scene.
Friday 9th October
In this session we will move away from using our embroidery hoop and will learn how to transfer a pattern to felt. We will be making small fox brooch which will be embellished with two new embroidery stitches and beaded embroidery work.
Friday 16th October
In this session we will be picking up our hoops again to learn the Japanese stitching style of ‘Sashiko’ and then comparing it to the western version ‘Chicken Scratch’. Both styles are relaxing and meditative ways to embroider.
Friday 23rd October
In this session we will be introducing you to the traditional patchwork technique of English paper piecing or EPP. English Paper Piecing is shaping fabric around a paper template and hand stitching the shapes together to create a fabric piece that can turned into many projects. We will be doing the addictive little ‘hexie’ shape. It is just perfect for using up fabric scraps and each hexie can be hand embellished further if wanted.
Friday 30th October
On our last session we will be learning the art of cross stitch, we will read a counted pattern and then stitch our way through a simple design. Cross stitch differs from standard embroidery in that it is worked on a ‘even weave’ which means the fabric is woven to make sure that there are the same number of threads per inch in both the warp and the weft (i.e. vertically and horizontally). This leaves perfect little squares in your fabric, into which we stitch little ‘crosses’. It is a slightly more controlled way of stitching.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming very confident in hand embroidery.
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6 week embroidery workshop starting Monday 28th September 1pm – 3pm 2020
£125.00Discover the wonderful art of Embroidery on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft and everything we do is worked BY HAND, no machine are used at all. Which means this course is suitable for absolute beginners to embroidery and all projects can be completed at home with very little equipment.
Monday 28h September
On this first session you will receive two embroidery hoops, a selection of needles and threads and a lovely pair of embroidery scissors. These will be yours to keep so don’t forget to bring them on each session.
To start off our six weeks of embroidery, we will be learning how to transfer a pattern to fabric, how to mount our fabric in a hoop and how to do 4 basic embroidery stitches. We will have completed a mini sampler by the end of the session.
Monday 5th October
In this session we will have a quick recap of week one, then using our embroidery hoop we will be exploring colour and texture by using hand applique combined with our basic stitches to create a small botanical scene.
Monday 12th October
In this session we will move away from using our embroidery hoop and will learn how to transfer a pattern to felt. We will be making small fox brooch which will be embellished with two new embroidery stitches and beaded embroidery work.
Monday 19th October
In this session we will be picking up our hoops again to learn the Japanese stitching style of ‘Sashiko’ and then comparing it to the western version ‘Chicken Scratch’. Both styles are relaxing and meditative ways to embroider.
Monday 26th October
In this session we will be introducing you to the traditional patchwork technique of English paper piecing or EPP. English Paper Piecing is shaping fabric around a paper template and hand stitching the shapes together to create a fabric piece that can turned into many projects. We will be doing the addictive little ‘hexie’ shape. It is just perfect for using up fabric scraps and each hexie can be hand embellished further if wanted.
Monday 2nd November
On our last session we will be learning the art of cross stitch, we will read a counted pattern and then stitch our way through a simple design. Cross stitch differs from standard embroidery in that it is worked on a ‘even weave’ which means the fabric is woven to make sure that there are the same number of threads per inch in both the warp and the weft (i.e. vertically and horizontally). This leaves perfect little squares in your fabric, into which we stitch little ‘crosses’. It is a slightly more controlled way of stitching.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming very confident in hand embroidery.
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6 Week Paper Cutting Workshop Starting Friday 15th May 7pm – 9pm 2020
£125.00Discover the wonderful art of Paper Cutting on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft.
Friday 15th May
On the first session you will receive an A4 cutting mat and high quality scalpel holder plus 25 spare blades. These are yours to keep so remember to bring them each week. We will start by explaining the history of paper cutting and how it has been brought into the modern world of craft.
We will discuss the varieties of papers available and how to read a paper cutting template, after a brief warm up we will cut our first basic template and learn how to mount our work professionally in a simple frame.
Friday 22nd May
In session two we will have a quick recap from session one and a will do a small warm up cut to get us nice and relaxed. The main template for this session will involve cutting text and more complex shapes. We will finish by mounting our work using the acetate ‘floating’ technique.
Friday 29th May
In session three we will be learning how to cut a layered template to create a 3D effect. Working with 4 layers we will then mount and frame our work using foam board in a deep box frame.
Friday 5th June
In session four we will be combining collage and paper cutting to create a landscape scene from a mix of vintage and recycled papers, to be mounted in a up-cycled frame.
Friday 12th June
In session five we will be learning how to cut a paper scene in miniature, then mounting it in a tiny match box or domed cloche.
Friday 19th June
On our final session we will be learning how to design our very own paper cuts, working from our own drawings or photos.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming a confident and focused paper cut artist.
This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who would like to progress their skills learnt on our 2 hour Beginner Paper Cutting workshop.
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6 Week Paper Cutting Workshop Starting Monday 11th May 1pm – 3pm 2020
£125.00Discover the wonderful art of Paper Cutting on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft.
Monday 11th May
On the first session you will receive an A4 cutting mat and high quality scalpel holder plus 25 spare blades. These are yours to keep so remember to bring them each week. We will start by explaining the history of paper cutting and how it has been brought into the modern world of craft.
We will discuss the varieties of papers available and how to read a paper cutting template, after a brief warm up we will cut our first basic template and learn how to mount our work professionally in a simple frame.
Monday 18th May
In session two we will have a quick recap from session one and a will do a small warm up cut to get us nice and relaxed. The main template for this session will involve cutting text and more complex shapes. We will finish by mounting our work using the acetate ‘floating’ technique.
Monday 25th May
In session three we will be learning how to cut a layered template to create a 3D effect. Working with 4 layers we will then mount and frame our work using foam board in a deep box frame.
Monday 1st June
In session four we will be combining collage and paper cutting to create a landscape scene from a mix of vintage and recycled papers, to be mounted in a up-cycled frame.
Monday 8th June
In session five we will be learning how to cut a paper scene in miniature, then mounting it in a tiny match box or domed cloche.
Monday 15th June
On our final session we will be learning how to design our very own paper cuts, working from our own drawings or photos.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming a confident and focused paper cut artist.
This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who would like to progress their skills learnt on our 2 hour Beginner Paper Cutting workshop.
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6 Week Resin Workshop Starting Friday 24th July 7pm – 9pm 2020
£160.00Discover the wonderful and messy art of Resin on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft.
Friday 24th July
On the first session you will receive a your own resin makers ‘kit’ to use over the next 6 weeks and then take away with you at the end of the course. This will include a set of silicon molds, a rubber protective mat, measuring cups and stirrers, sandpaper, polishing cloths and your own bottle of epoxy resin and hardener.
We will discuss the properties of resin and why we choose to use epoxy. We will learn how to measure and pour resin, plus how to colour it. Our aim in this session is to pour at least three pendants, a brooch and two pairs of earrings. We will be leaving these to cure over the next week ready for session 2.
Friday 31st July
In session two we will be demolding our resin from session one. We will learn how to sand, polish and finish our resin pieces and turn them into wearable works of art.
we will then design and pour a chunky resin bangle with inclusions (items embedded in resin) to finish in session three.
Friday 7th August
In session three we will be polishing and finishing our chunky bangle. We will then be working with a two part silicon to make our very own resin molds to use in session 4.
Friday 14th August
In this session we will be using our molds from session three to make our own unique pieces. We will also be using specialist jewellery findings that are backless, to test our new resin pouring skills.
Friday 21st August
In session five we will be finishing our pieces from the previous week. We will also be using a very fun UV resin that cures in 5-10 minutes under a specialist lamp.
Friday 28th August
On our final session we will using larger amounts of resin to create either a canvas picture or a set of matching coasters. This method is similar to acrylic pour painting and is very messy but also extremely good fun.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming a confident resin artist.
This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who would like to progress their skills learnt on our 2 hour Beginners Resin workshop.
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6 Week Resin Workshop Starting Monday 20 July 1pm – 3pm 2020
£160.00Discover the wonderful and messy art of Resin on this six week course. Each week will feature a different technique to master this popular craft.
Monday 20th July
On the first session you will receive a your own resin makers ‘kit’ to use over the next 6 weeks and then take away with you at the end of the course. This will include a set of silicon molds, a rubber protective mat, measuring cups and stirrers, sandpaper, polishing cloths and your own bottle of epoxy resin and hardener.
We will discuss the properties of resin and why we choose to use epoxy. We will learn how to measure and pour resin, plus how to colour it. Our aim in this session is to pour at least three pendants, a brooch and two pairs of earrings. We will be leaving these to cure over the next week ready for session 2.
Monday 27th July
In session two we will be demolding our resin from session one. We will learn how to sand, polish and finish our resin pieces and turn them into wearable works of art.
we will then design and pour a chunky resin bangle with inclusions (items embedded in resin) to finish in session three.
Monday 3rd August
In session three we will be polishing and finishing our chunky bangle. We will then be working with a two part silicon to make our very own resin molds to use in session 4.
Monday 10th August
In this session we will be using our molds from session three to make our own unique pieces. We will also be using specialist jewellery findings that are backless, to test our new resin pouring skills.
Monday 17th August
In session five we will be finishing our pieces from the previous week. We will also be using a very fun UV resin that cures in 5-10 minutes under a specialist lamp.
Monday 24th August
On our final session we will using larger amounts of resin to create either a canvas picture or a set of matching coasters. This method is similar to acrylic pour painting and is very messy but also extremely good fun.
After completing this detailed 6 week course you will be well on your way to becoming a confident resin artist.
This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who would like to progress their skills learnt on our 2 hour Beginners Resin workshop.
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Batiking a Tea Towel
from £35.002020 dates now available.
Themed date Wednesday 28th October 2020 – Halloween Batik.
Fiona will show you the art of ‘Batik’, which is painting with wax on to fabric, to create beautiful individual works of art.
Using a Tjanting tool to manipulate your wax, you will be creating a design on a cotton tea – towel. Once the wax has set, you will using highly pigmented dyes to paint your designs.
All materials and templates are included, plus beverages and light snacks.
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Beginners Embroidery
from £32.00On this two hour workshop, you will be encouraged to create your own unique project using basic embroidery stitches.
This course is suitable for those who have never threaded a needle before. If already have experience in embroidery, but have become a little rusty, then it is a fabulous course for reigniting the love for slow stitching. We can also teach more complicated stitches for those with previous experience.
We will start by discussing the different terms in embroidery and the many thread types available. We provide a huge selection of template to choose from that have already been applied to fabric so we can jump straight into the fun part. No art skills needed! We will all start with a basic backstitch, which is the perfect foundation stitch for beginners. We will then teach up to 5 further embroidery stitches so you can make your embroidered piece as complicated or simple as you wish, you have free reign over colours and style.
Our stash of threads and embellishments is rather large, including ribbons, sequins, beads, buttons and gems. We encourage you to jump in and find the perfect additions for your embroidery.
Embroidery isn’t a fast craft and it is unlikely that you will finish your project in this two hour session. You will take home your project and hoop to complete at home, plus a lovely mini stash of needles and threads and two extra templates to continue your new found addiction.
Tea and biscuits plus all materials are provided, suitable for ages 8 and over.
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Beginners Paper Quilling
from £32.00Paper quilling lets you coil and shape colourful strips of paper into beautiful works of art. This art form looks complicated and fiddly but we PROMISE you it is not as hard as it looks, and we consider it completely suitable for an absolute beginner.
Quilled projects are light, delicate and look very intricate. They give a strong sense that someone has put a lot of time in making them. We will provide a large selection of templates to choose from and a lovely box frame to mount your finished work. You will also leave the workshop with a quilling tool and a fine glue applicator to continue your new craft at home.
All materials are supplied plus beverages and light snacks.
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Christmas Crafting With The Magpies 5th December 2020 10am – 5.30pm
£65.00Our Crafting with the Magpies events are our most popular workshop of the year. It involves a super busy day of 5 crafts in one day and a lovely fresh buffet lunch. WOW!! Yes, we are that excited we needed to put it in capital letters. These crafts have been specifically chosen to work within a hour time frame each. You need absolutely NO crafting experience at all to join in. All materials are provided and each craft has a specialist tutor to help and guide you through each session.
On arrival at 9.30am at The Flour Mill Studio (there is a flight of steps to climb to access the studio), you’ll be greeted with a tea or Prosecco and a good lump of cake. We’ll start with a brief introduction and plan of the day.
At 10.15am we’ll start our first craft, you will be working in groups of 6 – 8 per table, but you will do your craft individually. You will have a 15 minute introduction and demo of each craft and then 45 minutes to complete your item. After an hour at each table, the gong will sound and it’s time to move to the next craft!
We will break at half 12 for a well deserved light lunch provided by a lovely local cafe (cake is 100% involved).
At 1.30pm we will continue with two more craft sessions until 3.45pm when we will stop for a glass of Prosecco or a nice brew (and of course more cake).
4.30pm will be the start of our final craft and at the stroke of 5.30pm the final gong will sound and it’s time to relax, with a good cup of tea of course. You will be very welcome to chat to our tutors about the crafts from the day and ask any questions. We use this time to have a look at all the lovely work completed throughout the day.
The 5 crafts we have chosen for this event are:
TO BE ANNOUNCED
If all of this excitement isn’t enough we have one more surprise! Every event attendee will receive a branded Two Little Magpies badge, bag and notebook, just perfect for taking your finished crafts home in.
The light lunch will consist of fresh sandwiches and salad plus savoury and sweet nibbles. Please let us know of any dietary requirements as we are inclusive to all and will cater for all and any needs.
Under 16’s are very welcome as long as they are accompanied by a fully paid adult. Unfortunately we cannot take under 8’s for these events.
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Copper Etching
from £42.00On this 3 hour class, students will be introduced to the basic techniques for etching designs onto copper. Students will experiment using permanent markers and permanent ink stamping pads to create textures, patterns, and images on metal.
Students will have the opportunity to make a framed picture and a couple of pieces of jewellery such as a pendant, key chain, earrings, or bracelet.
No previous jewellery experience is necessary and this class is suitable for complete beginners including sensible children.
All materials and use of tools are included in the price of the workshop. We will be using an acid to etch our metal pieces. It is not a highly corrosive material but it will stain, please wear old clothes. Safety goggles, gloves and aprons will be provided.
Hot and cold beverages and light snacks are included.
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Crafting With The Magpies 11th July 2020 10am – 5.30pm
£65.00Our Crafting with the Magpies events are our most popular workshop of the year. It involves a super busy day of 5 crafts in one day and a lovely fresh buffet lunch. WOW!! Yes, we are that excited we needed to put it in capital letters. These crafts have been specifically chosen to work within a hour time frame each. You need absolutely NO crafting experience at all to join in. All materials are provided and each craft has a specialist tutor to help and guide you through each session.
On arrival at 9.30am at The Flour Mill Studio (there is a flight of steps to climb to access the studio), you’ll be greeted with a tea or Prosecco and a good lump of cake. We’ll start with a brief introduction and plan of the day.
At 10.15am we’ll start our first craft, you will be working in groups of 6 – 8 per table, but you will do your craft individually. You will have a 15 minute introduction and demo of each craft and then 45 minutes to complete your item. After an hour at each table, the gong will sound and it’s time to move to the next craft!
We will break at half 12 for a well deserved light lunch provided by a lovely local cafe (cake is 100% involved).
At 1.30pm we will continue with two more craft sessions until 3.45pm when we will stop for a glass of Prosecco or a nice brew (and of course more cake).
4.30pm will be the start of our final craft and at the stroke of 5.30pm the final gong will sound and it’s time to relax, with a good cup of tea of course. You will be very welcome to chat to our tutors about the crafts from the day and ask any questions. We use this time to have a look at all the lovely work completed throughout the day.
The 5 crafts we have chosen for this event are:
Needle Felted Mouse
Paper Quilled Card
Beaded Earrings or Memory Wire Bracelet
Watercolour Mini Picture
Geometric Concrete Coaster or Plant Pot.
If all of this excitement isn’t enough we have one more surprise! Every event attendee will receive a branded Two Little Magpies badge, cotton bag and notebook, just perfect for taking your finished crafts home in.
The light lunch will consist of fresh sandwiches and salad plus savoury and sweet nibbles. Please let us know of any dietary requirements as we are inclusive to all and will cater for all and any needs.
Under 16’s are very welcome as long as they are accompanied by a fully paid adult. Unfortunately we cannot take under 8’s for these events.
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Crafting With The Magpies 19th September 2020 10am- 5.30pm
£65.00Our Crafting with the Magpies events are our most popular workshop of the year. It involves a super busy day of 5 crafts in one day and a lovely fresh buffet lunch. WOW!! Yes, we are that excited we needed to put it in capital letters. These crafts have been specifically chosen to work within a hour time frame each. You need absolutely NO crafting experience at all to join in. All materials are provided and each craft has a specialist tutor to help and guide you through each session.
On arrival at 9.30am at The Flour Mill Studio (there is a flight of steps to climb to access the studio), you’ll be greeted with a tea or Prosecco and a good lump of cake. We’ll start with a brief introduction and plan of the day.
At 10.15am we’ll start our first craft, you will be working in groups of 6 – 8 per table, but you will do your craft individually. You will have a 15 minute introduction and demo of each craft and then 45 minutes to complete your item. After an hour at each table, the gong will sound and it’s time to move to the next craft!
We will break at half 12 for a well deserved light lunch provided by a lovely local cafe (cake is 100% involved).
At 1.30pm we will continue with two more craft sessions until 3.45pm when we will stop for a glass of Prosecco or a nice brew (and of course more cake).
4.30pm will be the start of our final craft and at the stroke of 5.30pm the final gong will sound and it’s time to relax, with a good cup of tea of course. You will be very welcome to chat to our tutors about the crafts from the day and ask any questions. We use this time to have a look at all the lovely work completed throughout the day.
The 5 crafts we have chosen for this event are:
Paper Autumn Leaf Wreath
Needle Felted Hedgehog
Simple Scented Candle
Etched Copper Fox Brooch
Beaded Acorn Necklace
If all of this excitement isn’t enough we have one more surprise! Every event attendee will receive a branded Two Little Magpies badge, cotton bag and notebook, just perfect for taking your finished crafts home in.
The light lunch will consist of fresh sandwiches and salad plus savoury and sweet nibbles. Please let us know of any dietary requirements as we are inclusive to all and will cater for all and any needs.
Under 16’s are very welcome as long as they are accompanied by a fully paid adult. Unfortunately we cannot take under 8’s for these events.
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Crafting with the Magpies 2nd May 2020 10am – 5.30pm
£65.00Our Crafting with the Magpies events are our most popular workshop of the year. It involves a super busy day of 5 crafts in one day and a lovely fresh buffet lunch. WOW!! Yes, we are that excited we needed to put it in capital letters. These crafts have been specifically chosen to work within a hour time frame each. You need absolutely NO crafting experience at all to join in. All materials are provided and each craft has a specialist tutor to help and guide you through each session.
On arrival at 9.30am at The Flour Mill Studio (there is a flight of steps to climb to access the studio), you’ll be greeted with a tea or Prosecco and a good lump of cake. We’ll start with a brief introduction and plan of the day.
At 10.15am we’ll start our first craft, you will be working in groups of 6 – 8 per table, but you will do your craft individually. You will have a 15 minute introduction and demo of each craft and then 45 minutes to complete your item. After an hour at each table, the gong will sound and it’s time to move to the next craft!
We will break at half 12 for a well deserved light lunch provided by a lovely local cafe (cake is 100% involved).
At 1.30pm we will continue with two more craft sessions until 3.45pm when we will stop for a glass of Prosecco or a nice brew (and of course more cake).
4.30pm will be the start of our final craft and at the stroke of 5.30pm the final gong will sound and it’s time to relax, with a good cup of tea of course. You will be very welcome to chat to our tutors about the crafts from the day and ask any questions. We use this time to have a look at all the lovely work completed throughout the day.
The 5 crafts we have chosen for this event are:
Mosaic Hanging Bird
Kilt Pin Brooch
Paper Cut Lantern
Fabric Flower Bouquet
Mini Loom Weaving
If all of this excitement isn’t enough we have one more surprise! Every event attendee will receive a branded Two Little Magpies badge, cotton bag and notebook, just perfect for taking your finished crafts home in.
The light lunch will consist of fresh sandwiches and salad plus savoury and sweet nibbles. Please let us know of any dietary requirements as we are inclusive to all and will cater for all and any needs.
Under 16’s are very welcome as long as they are accompanied by a fully paid adult. Unfortunately we cannot take under 8’s for these events.
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English Paper Piecing
from £32.00This workshop is for the relaxing art of hand quilting, it is suitable for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS. Even if you have never threaded a needle in your life, you will leave the workshop with the start of mini quilt and new sewing skills under your belt. We do not use a machine for any part of this mini quilt so it can be finished at home with very little equipment.
We will be introducing you to the traditional patchwork technique of English paper piecing or EPP. English Paper Piecing is shaping fabric around a paper template and hand stitching the shapes together to create a quilt or wall-hanging. It is very relaxing and an easy method of patchwork and a lovely introduction to the world of quilting.
During the 3 hour workshops we will teach you the techniques & skills to create hexagons, how to cut and use paper pieces to make accurate shapes and how to glue or hand baste them together.
We will then make 7 hexagons to hand sew together to make a lovely flower shape. We will show you how to edge and bind your work to make a mini wall hanging or cushion front.
This could be the start of a very addictive craft for you that can lead to an heirloom family quilt. It is an economical and fun way to use up fabric scraps and is super portable.
Fri 20th November 2020 6.30pm – 9.30pm – Workshop will be making a Christmas decoration rather than a mini quilt.
All material included. Fabric, thread and paper templates, plus all the additional fabric and batting to complete your work at home.
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Free-Machine Embroidery with Sarah Sewell
from £38.002020 dates now available.
Free-machine embroidery has been described by Kirsty Allsopp as ‘the crack cocaine of the crafting world!’ and we have to agree – it is VERY addictive!
Sarah’s workshop will introduce you to this fascinating art form – it can be described as drawing with your sewing machine. This workshop is suitable for absolute beginners (no previous sewing experience required) but is also great as an introduction to a different sewing technique for more accomplished machinists or as a refresher for those that have tried free-machine embroidery before.
You will learn how to set up a sewing machine ready for free-machine embroidery and can have fun practising doodling and ‘writing’ onto fabric. Once you have mastered the basics, you will design and create your own framed textile picture using free-machine embroidery & appliqué techniques.
There will be a selection of fabrics available for you to use in your appliqué design, but you are very welcome to bring your own fabric if you prefer.
At the end of the workshop you will be able to set up a sewing machine for free-machine embroidery and have the knowledge to create your own textile art at home.
Information regarding suitable fabrics and threads etc and where to buy them will also be given to you.
You don’t need to bring anything with you as all tools and materials/equipment will be provided. However, please do feel free to bring your own fabric scraps & photos or pictures to provide inspiration for your framed picture.
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Gift Card
from £5.00Unsure what to get for that someone special? Then why not treat them to a gift card and let them choose themselves!!
Available in various amounts these can be redeemed online or in our physical store and can be used against courses and workshops.
This is a downloadable product and no physical item will be shipped. You will need to print this voucher from a home printer or alternatively email the voucher to the recipient. All vouchers have an idependent code supplied and this will be enough to redeem the voucher in store or online.
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Introduction to Enamelling
from £35.00Create your own kiln fired enamelled pendant or plaque.
This taster workshop will introduce you to the ancient art of enameling onto copper. During the two hours, you will complete a pendant or small plaque and take it home that same day. You’ll be working with opaque enamels (powdered glass) fusing it to the copper and creating vivid and long-lasting colours
With step-by-step guidance and tuition, Katie will demonstrate each stage as you progress, and offer one-to-one guidance where appropriate. This taster is suitable for complete beginners or those who have dabbled and would like to further their experience. Enameling is an addictive and rewarding craft so you are sure to have a good experience, and may want to come back for more.
All materials supplies plus beverages and biscuits.
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Lino Printing For Beginners
from £35.002020 dates now available.
Themed date Thursday 29th October 2020 – Halloweenie Printing
Themed date Monday 7th December 2020 – Christmas Christmas Printing
On this 2 hr course our lovely tutor Fiona will teach you the art of lino cutting and printing.
Fiona will start the session by looking at plenty of samples of images printed using lino cutting techniques. She will talk about the tools involved and you will get to handle and use each tool to create a small practise piece.
Fiona will go on to help you plan a design and then how to transfer it to the lino. You will be able to use the tools used on your sample to create a linocut.
Lastly, Fiona will show you a couple of methods of burnishing and printing your linocut. You’ll go home with your lovely linocut, some sample prints. There is no excuse for not displaying your fab piece of art at home straight away!
This course is suitable for complete beginners to lino cutting or those wishing to brush up their skills. As lino cutting involves using sharp gauging tools this course is strictly over 14’s. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
This is a 2 hr course and will include hot and cold beverages and lots of lovely biscuits. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to get a brew and get settled, you don’t need to bring anything other than your lovely self. Directions and further information (if needed) will be emailed directly to you two weeks before the course date.
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Lino Printing on Fabric
from £35.002020 dates now available.
On this 2 hr course our lovely tutor Fiona will teach you the art of lino cutting and printing.
Fiona will start the session by looking at plenty of samples of images printed using lino cutting techniques. She will talk about the tools involved and you will get to handle and use each tool to create a small practise piece.
Fiona will go on to help you plan a design and then how to transfer it to the lino. You will be able to use the tools used on your sample to create a linocut.
Lastly, Fiona will show you a couple of methods of burnishing and printing your linocut onto a fabric bag. You’ll go home with your lovely linocut, some sample prints and a fabulous reusable shopping bag proudly displaying your artwork.
This course is suitable for complete beginners to lino cutting or those wishing to brush up their skills. As lino cutting involves using sharp gauging tools this course is strictly over 14’s. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
This is a 2 hr course and will include hot and cold beverages and lots of lovely biscuits. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to get a brew and get settled, you don’t need to bring anything other than your lovely self. Directions and further information (if needed) will be emailed directly to you two weeks before the
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Make a Lampshade with Sarah Sewell
from £35.002020 dates now available.
In this 2 hour workshop, Sarah Sewell of Wildgoose Designs will teach you how to make a fabric-covered 30cm drum lampshade. Your lampshade can be made for a table lamp or pendant fitting (ceiling). Suitable for beginners & absolutely no crafting experience necessary!
A selection of fabric is included in the price but you may wish to bring your own fabric to cover your lampshade (Please note – this needs to measure at least 100cm x 30cm. Medium weight cotton fabric works best for this – please no stretchy or very thick/upholstery fabric)
There will also be a selection of retro cotton fabrics available to purchase (£5 per lampshade) if you prefer.
Extra kits will also be available to purchase at a discount price of £12 per kit (fabric not included).
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Monoprinting
from £28.002020 dates now available.
Mono printing is a form of printing that only produces one original image, unlike other printing forms where you can get multiple prints from one original.
There are many techniques for Monoprinting that create beautiful results. Working with thick printing inks and a lovely selection of handmade papers, you will produce a number of original prints to take home with you.
Our wonderful tutor Fiona will be on hand to gently guide you in this craft. All materials are included plus beverages and light snacks.
