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Floristry – Festive Door Wreath & Candle Table Centrepiece Workshop
£60.10 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 02-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Enrolment
EndedWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the skills and techniques needed to create a fully mossed Christmas Door Wreath and Festive Candlelit Centrepiece design for the Mantlepiece or Table, and to inspire you with new ideas to adorn your home over the festive season using both traditional and contemporary elements. Your […]
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Patchwork and Quilting for Improvers – Workshop
£56.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Fri 08-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will be given a free choice of what you would like to make or you may wish to work on a project set by the tutor. Topics will include detailed instructions on patchwork, appliqué and quilting – both hand and machine. Is this course for me? This […]
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Floristry – Christmas Wreath and Decorations Workshop
£60.10 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Sat 09-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 16:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners confidence in using the key floristry techniques and tools needed to create a beautiful door wreath and candle arrangement to enjoy at home for the Christmas season. Your tutor will be happy to share lots of ideas, skills and techniques with you. During the course […]
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Sew a Christmas Gift – Tote Bag/Cushion Covers
£56.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 09-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? During the course you will be able to choose what you would like to make, from a range of designs. You will be able to personalise your gifts using a variety of fabrics and trims. Is this course for me? This course aims to give you the knowledge and skills needed […]
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Floristry – Traditional Byzantine Christmas Cone Workshop
£35.60 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 09-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 12:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? On this low budget workshop you will create and take home a beautiful long lasting cone of flowers for your festive table. This design can be made with fresh foliage and Christmas accessories, without flowers if you wish. Is this course for me? This workshop is for anyone who would like […]
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Silver Jewellery Making for Beginners – Make a Christmas Gift Workshop
£60.00 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 09-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
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 day you will have created a beautiful, bespoke gift that you can give a loved one for Christmas.You will learn:• How to saw, form, […]
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Pottery – Make your own Personalised Christmas Tree Decorations
£72.60 Buckingham Centre ALC
Tue 12-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 15:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? On this workshop, you will explore the basics of working with clay to produce personalised Christmas decorations or small gifts using traditional tools and techniques. Is this course for me? This workshop is for complete beginners and experienced potters alike. Throughout the workshop there will be group demonstrations followed by individual […]
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Stained Glass – Decorative Panels Workshop
£60.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Wed 13-Dec-2023
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Working with experience tutor this class is an opportunity to try the ancient craft of stained glass.You will use traditional tools and materials to cut coloured glass, work with lead to assemble the panel and then solder and cement to finish. Is this course for me? This is a mixed ability […]
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Flower Arranging and Floral Design
£215.60 Beaconsfield ALC
Thu 04-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 11:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the skills and techniques needed to create successful floral designs and to inspire you with new ideas. Your tutor, an award-winning floral designer will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging techniques with you. Is this course for me? This is an exciting […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£148.75 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 14:30 - 17:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:30 - 21:30
FullWhat will I learn? This pottery course aims to give you a working knowledge of all aspects of the potter’s craft. Techniques covered will be slab building, moulding, coiling, pinching, modelling and throwing. You will be guided in the choice of items suitable for your level of skill, knowledge and direction of development, at each […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
FullWhat will I learn? This pottery course aims to give you a working knowledge of all aspects of the potter’s craft. Techniques covered will be slab building, moulding, coiling, pinching, modelling and throwing. You will be guided in the choice of items suitable for your level of skill, knowledge and direction of development, at each […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners and Improvers
£193.20 Quarrendon ALC, Aylesbury
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
FullWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, alter and adapt commercial patterns for a perfect fit, as well as working with delicate fabrics and […]
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Pottery for Beginners and Improvers (fee does NOT inc clay)
£178.50 Evreham ALC, Iver
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]
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Cake Decorating: Sugar Flowers
£147.00 Amersham School
Mon 08-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 18:30 - 21:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? In our sugar flower classes, you will learn the art of creating exquisite and lifelikesugar flowers. Through our expert guidance and hands-on practice you will developthe skills and techniques needed to craft delicate petals, intricate details, andrealistic arrangements. Our classes cover a range of topics, including● How to wire roses, frill […]
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Pottery for Beginners (fee includes clay)
£238.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Tue 09-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 12:15
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? On this pottery course, you will learn how to work with clay to create complex functional ceramic pieces and sculptural objects using a range of techniques including; pinch pots, coiling and slab building as well as surface decoration. If you have some experience of clay, you will be able to explore […]
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Stained Glass and Fused Glass for Beginners and Improvers
£125.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Tue 09-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 18:45 - 21:15
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities.• […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Improvers
£193.20 Amersham ALC
Tue 09-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:45 - 11:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Make a piece of clothing of your choice, your tutor will discuss this with you at the first session and give advice and guidance on pattern selection. You will have the opportunity to learn about:● Interpreting and adapting a commercial pattern.● Personalizing your project exploring design detailing.● Selecting suitable fabrics and […]
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Sewing Clothes for Fashion for Beginners
£193.20 Amersham ALC
Tue 09-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:15 - 14:15
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and to alter and adapt commercial patterns. During the course learners will be guided by the tutor through the key processes including; pattern and fabric selection, fitting and pattern adapting, all the construction […]
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Silver Jewellery Making
£310.20 Chesham ALC
Tue 09-Jan-2024
(Weeks) 11
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:30 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular, sterling silver. You will create your own pieces which can be classical or contemporary in design or inspired by nature, art movements or even your favourite jewellery designer. You could also buy a […]