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.

Show your creativity

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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Advanced Art Practical

Refine your artistic skills with our Art Practical: Advanced Art Practical course. Explore advanced techniques in drawing, painting, and mixed media to develop your unique artistic voice. Ideal for experienced artists looking to push their boundaries.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
The Parish Centre (Chesterfield)
91 Sheffield Road
Chesterfield
S41 7JH
Tutor:
Lizzy Alageswaran
Course code:
Q00016032
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Art Practical: Drawing and Painting (Reaching Out) - L’Arche

This course gives students, including those who otherwise cannot get access to art classes, the opportunity to experiment with a range of materials and techniques and complete a number of exciting projects in drawing and painting. The course, which is run by our highly experienced tutor, is open to beginners as well as those looking to improve their skills. The projects include: painting for fun, tracing and transferring designs, colouring-in, drawing and painting animals, painting landscapes, poster design, abstract art and copying faces. You will learn about colour mixing, blending and how to create various textures and other cool effects.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
L'Arche Bognor Regis
188 Hawthorn Road
Bognor Regis
PO21 2UX
Tutor:
Frank Ferrie
Course code:
Q00021565
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Art Practical: Creative Painting

To introduce students to painting in acrylics and take them to a higher level and begin to develop their skills. This course is accessible to beginners but also provides an ideal stepping stone towards intermediate levels. With step-by-step instructions, demonstrations and handouts, students can build their skills with confidence. Students are supported throughout the course by a process of constructive assessment. They will develop confidence in appraising their own work, engage in frequent discussions with their tutor and encourage each other through regular reviews and group critiques of projects. You will explore a variety of painting techniques whilst developing confidence and creative expression in visual form.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
John Pounds Centre (Portsmouth)
23 Pounds Gate
Queen Street
Portsmouth
PO1 3HN
Tutor:
Frank Ferrie
Course code:
Q00021569
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
3 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for Beginners 2

You will get the chance to discuss each new topic with other learners, ask and answer questions. You will also be given a brief outline of what you will learn on your course. Your tutor will give you constructive feedback to ensure you are ready for your Level 3 qualification.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Tutor:
Mona Nashed
Course code:
Q00017625
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £67.20

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Art Practical: Stop Frame Animation

This hands-on course introduces SEND to stop-frame animation, guiding them through character creation, storytelling, filming, and editing. Participants will brainstorm and craft characters, develop simple storylines, and learn to animate using stop-motion apps on their own devices. The course covers essential animation techniques, camera setup, lighting, and sound editing. It concludes with a showcase where learners present their animations, receive peer feedback, and celebrate their creative achievements. Designed to be engaging and accessible, this course fosters creativity, patience, and self-expression in a supportive learning environment.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 30/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
The Hub Fenton (Stoke-on-Trent)
28A Christchurch Street
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 3AN
Tutor:
Tabitha Allsop
Course code:
Q00021534
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Photography: Seasonal Photography

This course invites learners to explore and capture the unique beauty of each season through the lens of a camera. Whether you're using a smartphone or a DSLR, Seasonal Photography encourages you to connect with nature, observe your surroundings more mindfully, and improve your technical and creative photography skills. Each session focuses on the changing light, colours, and moods of the seasons, offering inspiration and practical tips to help you tell visual stories throughout the year.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Bensham Grove (Gateshead)
Sidney Grove
Gateshead
NE8 2XD
Tutor:
Damien Wootten
Course code:
Q00022009
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Craft: Improvers Crochet and Knitting for Well Being

This relaxing and creative course is designed for those who have basic crochet or knitting skills and wish to build on their knowledge while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of crafting. Focusing on mindful making, the course will guide learners through more advanced techniques and patterns in a calming, supportive environment. As well as developing your confidence in stitches, you’ll also discover how crochet and knitting can enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, and bring a sense of joy and achievement.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00022033
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Craft: Improvers Crochet and Knitting for Well Being

This inclusive and community-focused course combines the art of jewellery making with the principles of social enterprise, offering learners a chance to explore their creativity while learning how handmade crafts can support personal empowerment and positive social impact. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this course provides hands-on jewellery-making techniques while introducing the basics of how a creative project can evolve into a small enterprise or community initiative. Ideal for learners interested in both crafting and community-building, this course promotes creativity, confidence, and the idea that handmade goods can be more than just beautiful—they can also support well-being, purpose, and social change.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00022035
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Craft: Air -Dry Clay part 2

This course is for LLDD learners and not to be advertised on the website.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Entertaining Activities Lincs Ltd
Louth Town Hall
Eastgate
Louth
East Midlands
LN11 9NH
Tutor:
Jane Conner
Course code:
Q00021421
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Textiles and Fashion: Beginners and Improvers Sewing to make an Umbrella Dress

This course is designed for beginners and improvers who want to learn to sew their own dress. You'll develop key skills including measuring, cutting, stitching, and creating a paper pattern. By the end, you'll have made a custom pattern and started constructing your own garment.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Shama Women's Centre (Leicester)
Shama Womens Centre
39 Sparkenhoe Street
Leicester
LE2 0TD
Tutor:
Tasneem Ali
Course code:
Q00022091
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £231.00