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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Music Appreciation: Classical Music Wanderlust

This course will explore a wide range of classical music from different eras and cultural / ethnic traditions alongside other genres of music through a combination of close / active listening and engagement with a variety of background and critical materials on the pieces under consideration to provide context and key listening points.
Dates:
Fri 24/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Simon Haworth
Course code:
Q00020064
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

Textiles and Fashion: Intermediate Soft Furnishing

Discover the wonderful world of the sewing with this sewing and dressmaking course. It will help you to develop your craft in textile and fashion. Whether you have studied sewing before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this intermediate sewing course. On this course, you will develop your skills to learn the skills needed to make and finish cushions, curtains, duvet covers or other soft furnishing projects, and improve your knowledge of fabrics. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your sewing journey today by registering for this course.
Dates:
Tue 28/01/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025
Times:
12:15pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
21 sessions
Location:
Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Tutor:
Mona Nashed
Course code:
Q00013050
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £219.45

Social Enterprise - Makers Market-Craft

This course is funded by North East Combined Authority.
Dates:
Tue 28/01/2025 -
Tue 08/04/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
WHIST (South Shields)
Salus House
33 Mile end Road
South Shields
NE33 1TA
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00020011
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Art Practical: Portraiture Painting

This course aims to introduce students to the art of portraiture in a relaxed and supportive environment. You will learn how to draw the face, neck and features correctly and then move on to painting. The class is ideal for beginners who would like to learn new skills or improve old ones.
Dates:
Tue 28/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Frank Ferrie
Course code:
Q00020145
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Textiles and Fashion: Intermediate Sewing

This course is funded by North East Combined Authority.
Dates:
Thu 30/01/2025 -
Thu 10/04/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
WHIST (South Shields)
Salus House
33 Mile end Road
South Shields
NE33 1TA
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00020012
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Textiles and Sewing: Sewing into Business- Improved skills

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Expand on the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques, and creating a garment of your choice. You'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. Learners will be taught how to make specific garments, as well as master more skilled techniques, such as sewing concealed zips into garments and more complex stitching. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
Dates:
Mon 03/02/2025 -
Mon 07/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Tutor:
Tasneem Fazal
Course code:
Q00020717
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £210.00

Textiles and Fashion: Crochet for Beginners

This 7-week online beginners crochet class is designed for adults who want to learn the fundamentals of crochet. In this interactive course, students will master basic stitches, including single, double, and half-double crochet, as well as essential techniques like increasing, decreasing, and working flat or in the round. The course culminates with students creating their own winter accessories, such as a cozy pair of fingerless mittens and/or a stylish hat. Guided by an experienced instructor, participants will build their skills week by week, gaining confidence and creativity in crochet. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and materials!
Dates:
Wed 05/02/2025 -
Wed 26/03/2025
Times:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Victoria Bould
Course code:
Q00021161
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £51.80

Art Practical: Art with Beginners

This course is delivered to a group of learners based in a local partner-organisation which offers a range of activities and opportunities for LLDD learners. The sessions are delivered face-to-face in a purpose-designed space in the partner-organisation’s premises. The course is delivered once a week for 2 hours. There is no charge for venue hire from this partner-organisation. Support workers are provided by the partner-organisation.
Dates:
Fri 07/02/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
Values (Leicester)
9 Newarke street
Leicester
LE1 5SN
Tutor:
Nicola Tarlton-Weatherall
Course code:
Q00020735
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £193.20

Creativity for Calm

Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation. This creativity course allows you to explore your art and craft skills to find practices that soothe you. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, origami, or craft-making, art courses can help you find a relaxing hobby.
Dates:
Wed 12/02/2025 -
Wed 30/04/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00015963
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Photography: Photography Portfolio

expand this This Portfolio talk aims to inspire and inform, with a wide selection of images from portraits to landscapes, seascapes to animals, macro and more. The session is interactive and suitable for all abilities. This is an opportunity no matter your skill level or experience to find out more, explore the topic and images on a variety of subjects with a professional photographer/ photography tutor. It is also a chance to consider further the photos you take and develop a greater understanding.
Dates:
Wed 12/02/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Billericay Reading Rooms (Billericay)
73 High Street
Billericay
CM12 9AS
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00021056
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40