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Flower Arranging for Beginners in a Day – Workshop
£60.10 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 18-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce learners to skills and techniques needed to create three flower arrangements in a day for beginners. Using both traditional and contemporary design methods, your tutor an award-winning florist will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging techniques to successfully create three designs. Individual support […]
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Sign Language – Basics for Beginners Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give you an introduction to British Sign Language and to the alphabet and basic conversation, topics and skills.You will learn to:• Introduce yourself.• Ask some simpler questions of the person you are talking to.• Understand some simple questions about yourself. Is this course for me? It is […]
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Spanish Basics – Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Spanish within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Spain.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]
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Silver Jewellery Making: Create a Bangle with Charm Workshop
£60.00 Chesham ALC
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Enjoy a day being creative making your own bespoke piece of jewellery with the guidance of a qualified tutor who is a professional jeweller. This workshop will introduce you to the tools and techniques of jewellery making by designing and creating a silver bangle with a charm.You will learn:• How to […]
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Hand Embroidery – Applique or Motif’s Workshop
£42.20 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 14:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop will give you the opportunity to learn the mindful art of hand appliqué. You will explore a variety of hand embroidery techniques that will allow you to embellish your creations. Whether you choose to depict your favourite animal, a floral pattern, or simply a letter of the alphabet, the […]
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Writing Poetry with a Pen and Passion – Workshop
£53.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course we will look at how concrete objects can be used as metaphors for our abstract thoughts and feelings. The tutor has published a poetry collection ‘Red Lipstick & Revelations’/Indigo Dreams Publishing and narrating the audio version for Amazon Audible. Is this course for me? This course is designed […]
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Silver Jewellery Making – Create a Spinning Ring Workshop
£60.00 Amersham ALC
Sat 01-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Enjoy a day being creative making your own bespoke piece of jewellery with the guidance of a qualified tutor who is a professional jeweller. This workshop will introduce you to the tools and techniques of jewellery making by designing and creating a contemporary spinner ring.You will learn:• To measure, design and […]
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Sewing for Fashion – Make a Moulage – Part 1
£66.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Please note that this is part one of a three-part course. During this three-part course you will be taken from Moulage to Pattern. Part 1 – Drafting a Bodice Moulage Pattern.You will learn how to draft a moulage to your own measurements, (a moulage is a precise, hip length replica of […]
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Drawing for Beginners Workshop
£55.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to build confidence and skills, and enjoy the drawing process. During the course we will explore basic mark making – the foundation of all drawing, work through several drawing exercises, and explore how to create different effects with pencil. We will also cover the use of tone, how […]
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Learn to Crochet – The Basics Workshop
£55.00 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• Make a crochet chain stitch and slip stitch• Work Double Crochet […]
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Introduction to Wood Carving – Workshop
£66.70 Amersham ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to carve and grasp the opportunity to experience the creativity and joy of woodcarving. Be guided by your tutor as you learn the stages and work towards producing your own carving.This one-day workshop will give you a brief introduction to the basics of woodcarving, the tools used, and the […]
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Creative Writing – A Memory Box- Writing your Memoirs – a Gift for a Grandchild or Posterity
£53.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Your mind is a treasure trove of creative memories. This course aims to open that store and get you writing your memories in poetry or prose. Through writing exercises, discussion, and tutor mini lecture in a non-threatening environment you will come away with ideas, a beginning, and a direction for your […]
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Swedish Massage for Friends and Family Workshop
£58.80 Chesham ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to some basic massage principles and skills. The structure of the course will involve you giving and receiving massage. Due to the nature of the course, some undressing is required. During the course you will:• Deliver and receive a massage• Have a brief introduction to […]
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Chinese Watercolour Painting Workshop
£55.90 Amersham ALC
Sat 08-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Through demonstrations and guided exercises, you will learn the various ways to hold your brush to create the different essential brushstrokes. These fantastic techniques will help improve your future painting. You will also learn about differences in paint, ink and papers that can be used and how to centre your mind […]
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Stained Glass for Beginners: Summer Miniature Panel – Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this one-day course, learners will create a miniature glass decoration, approximately 10cm, consisting of approximately 5 pieces of glass. We will be using the leaded light technique with a rectangular design. This involves cutting glass, applying lead came strips, soldering and cementing. Is this […]
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Exploring Meditation – Workshop
£53.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the ancient technique of Meditation, which is used for physical and mental relaxation as well as for personal and spiritual growth.During the session you will enjoy and experience methods of relaxation, breathing, visualisation, concentration and meditation tools which help calm the nervous system, relax […]
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Digital Photography – Summer Colours of The Great Outdoors
£53.90 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to develop on your existing skills. The main aim of the workshop is for the tutor to work with you individually and as a group to create interesting compositions and to understand how to use your cameras settings and equipment to enhance and improve your photos.During the course […]
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Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
£55.90 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Explore the exciting world of acrylic paint pouring and learn to create dazzling abstract art.Paint pouring involves using a free-flowing acrylic paint mixture created with a pouring mixture such as glue and water and is the hottest trend in creating abstract art whilst having lots of fun.During this course you will […]
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Silver Jewellery Making for Beginners – Make a Pendant in a Day Workshop
£60.00 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This one-day workshop will give you the basics in silver jewellery making and introduce you to the tools and basic techniques involved. By the end of the course you will be able to wear your hand-made pendant.You will learn:• How to saw, form, solder, texture, file, sand and polish metal.• Make […]
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Polish Basics – Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 15-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Polish within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Poland.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]