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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Textiles and Fashion: advance sewing skill alterations

Discover the wonderful technique of sewing skill. This course will help to develop your craft in measure and alterations in garments . You will learn to adjust zips and hems . Whether you have studied basic or intermediate sewing before, you will find value in this sewing course by making your old garment into new design and adjusting garments to your size. By the end of the course, you can use these skills to open your own business or work for organisation . Start your own sewing journey today by registering for this course. 
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Dates:
Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nasim Younis
Course code:
Q00021870
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

Sewing into Business - Rochdale

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:
Fri 23/05/2025 -
Fri 06/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Rochdale Training
Fishwick Street
Rochdale
OL16 5NA
Tutor:
Nasim Younis
Course code:
Q00016052
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Textiles and Fashion: advance sewing skills for employability

Discover the wonderful technique of sewing skill. This course will help to develop your knowledge in measuring and marking and creating your own pattern . You will learn digital skills by creating poster and social media . Whether you have studied basic or intermediate sewing before, you will find value in this sewing course by making your own garment made to measure and adjusting garments to your size. By the end of the course, you can use these skills to open your own business or work for organisation . Start your own sewing journey today by registering for this course. 
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Dates:
Sat 24/05/2025 -
Sat 26/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nasim Younis
Course code:
Q00021871
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £111.00

Textiles and Fashion: Crafting Confidence -Textiles and Sewing Skills

This course is designed to introduce students to the art of sewing and the world of textiles, from foundational skills to garment construction. Through practical, hands-on learning, students will develop proficiency in sewing techniques, fabric selection, and pattern construction. By the end of the course, students will be able to design, create, and customise their own garments or textile projects, with a focus on craftsmanship, creativity, and sustainability.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AY
Tutor:
Victoria Bould
Course code:
Q00020280
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £67.20

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals

Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00021357
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Textiles and Fashion: Summer flowers hand embroidery

Do you have basic hand embroidery skills, but would like more confidence to use them in the creation of your own decorative designs? On this course you will learn how to create a simple floral design using summer flowers as inspiration, learn a variety of new stitches and apply them to your design. The course is great for beginners and improvers who would like to increase their knowledge of hand embroidery and mix up basic and intermediate stitch techniques. You will have the opportunity create your own unique design and apply the embroidery stitches you will be learning during the course.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Trudi Price
Course code:
Q00021459
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for Beginners

The course will be an introduction different aspects of sewing and dressmaking.
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Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 01/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Tracey Sweetman
Course code:
Q00021566
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals

Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 10:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017769
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art

Unleash your creativity with our Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art course. Learn how to express yourself through abstract forms and explore new artistic techniques. Ideal for artists and crafters looking to experiment with abstraction.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017770
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes

Capture the essence of summer in your art with our Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes course. Learn how to use abstraction to depict the colors and energy of summer landscapes. Ideal for artists looking to explore abstract landscape painting.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017772
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30