Improve your arts & craft skills, or learn some new ones

We’ve got the best modern arts and crafts classes that you can do online or in person at one of our learning venues across England and Scotland. It's never been easier to try your hand at something a little different and discover a new talent.

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Our arts and crafts workshops are perfect if you’re looking to get creative and hands on.

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Take centre stage with one of our performing arts courses, or indulge your photography passion and strike a pose with tips and techniques on how to capture that perfect shot.  

Develop the skills and get crafty with some jewellery making, with no previous experience required. With courses in textiles and sewing, as well as the arts, we really do have something for everyone, and everyone is welcome too.  

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The combination of small class sizes and guidance from expert tutors means that taking part in one of our arts and crafts courses is the perfect place for you to develop your talent, learn a new skill, or start that hobby you’ve always wanted to try.

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Craft: Plain to Fabulous Christmas Baubles

Take time out of your busy schedule and join us to stretch your imagination and transform plain Christmas bauble into fabulous designs.They will look so impressive on your Christmas tree or Christmas wreath with the added satisfaction that you made them yourself
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Dates:
Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00019884
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Craft: Festive Art & Design Fundamentals

In this workshop, you will delve into the fundamentals of composition, colour theory, and design with a festive holiday twist. You’ll explore how to use balance, contrast, and harmony to create visually striking, holiday-inspired artwork, perfect for the season. By experimenting with seasonal colour palettes—think warm reds and greens or frosty blues and silvers—you will discover how to evoke a joyful, wintry feel in your designs. Throughguided exercises, you’ll bring classic holiday themes to life, incorporating elements like snowflakes, ornaments, and cozy winter scenes to craft unique and eye-catching pieces suitable for holiday cards or decor.
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Dates:
Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00019879
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £29.60

Craft: Create a Christmas Wreath

On this course we will make a traditional Christmas Wreath: using natural materials as far as possible. You will make your wreath along with me in real time, so you can ask questions and show me your progress as we go. I will show you the basics and give suggestions for designs, but you will each make individual wreaths
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Dates:
Thu 28/11/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Catherine Wilcock
Course code:
Q00019844
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Craft: Family Tree Calligraphy

In this introductory taster session, participants will learn the basics of creating a personalized family tree using calligraphy. The session features demonstrations of essential techniques, including lettering styles, layout design, and decorative flourishes. A pre-project checklist will guide students on key considerations before starting, such as selecting appropriate calligraphy tools, choosing paper types, deciding on script styles, and planning the family tree layout. Ideal for beginners or those curious about calligraphy, this hands-on session provides an inspiring glimpse into the art of calligraphy while equipping participants with the knowledge to start their own meaningful family tree project.
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Dates:
Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fiona Mitchell
Course code:
Q00019889
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Creating Christmas cards using Microsoft Word

A lovely 4 week course to emerge yourself for 2 hours me time and learn the basic to create greeting cards using Microsoft word. You will them be able to print it out and add all your creative skills in creating card toppers or your own personal verse and greeting
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00019894
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £22.20

Craft: Christmas Wreaths

A wonderful workshop to show you how to successfully create a wonderful seasonal wreath.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00019888
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £22.20

Craft: Sew a Christmas Gift

Join us for a delightful and hands-on short taster session where you'll get the chance to craft a simple yet thoughtful Christmas gift! Whether you're looking to make a small zip purse, a cozy envelope cushion, or a versatile tote bag, these projects are perfect for gift-giving and a wonderful way to make the most of your fabric stash. Each project is thoughtfully designed to enhance your sewing machine skills, while allowing you to create something personal and special for the holiday season.
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Dates:
Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019880
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £22.20

Craft: Sew a Christmas Gift

Join us for a delightful and hands-on short taster session where you'll get the chance to craft a simple yet thoughtful Christmas gift! Whether you're looking to make a small zip purse, a cozy envelope cushion, or a versatile tote bag, these projects are perfect for gift-giving and a wonderful way to make the most of your fabric stash. Each project is thoughtfully designed to enhance your sewing machine skills, while allowing you to create something personal and special for the holiday season.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019881
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Craft: Sew a Christmas Gift

Join us for a delightful and hands-on short taster session where you'll get the chance to craft a simple yet thoughtful Christmas gift! Whether you're looking to make a small zip purse, a cozy envelope cushion, or a versatile tote bag, these projects are perfect for gift-giving and a wonderful way to make the most of your fabric stash. Each project is thoughtfully designed to enhance your sewing machine skills, while allowing you to create something personal and special for the holiday season.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019882
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list
Fee range
Free to £22.20

Craft: Learn to Draw Christmas Baubles in Charcoal and White Pastel

Learning to draw is a precious skill that encourages mindfulness and creativity. A quote from the late artist Paula Rego: ‘Sketches always have more vitality than paintings because you're finding things out through doing them.’ Inspired by a range of artists, this course will build your confidence and expertise in willow charcoal and white pastel on mid toned (not white) pastel paper (could be brown parcel paper). Our topic will be still life – in this case Christmas baubles! Learning to see and analyse real objects is the best teacher for developing your own drawing style. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to develop their skills.
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Dates:
Fri 06/12/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00019883
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40