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Multiply: Managing Money
Empower yourself with practical skills to manage your money, make savvy shopping decisions, and master the art of budgeting with our Money Management Essentials course. Explore everyday scenarios like comparing prices, optimizing transportation costs, and meal planning, gaining insights to navigate personal finance confidently. With interactive lessons, practical exercises, and flexible learning, this short course is tailored for beginners and those seeking to refine their financial literacy. Join us on the path to financial empowerment and take control of your financial future today!
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Dates:Tue 02/07/2024 -
Thu 01/08/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:12 sessionsLocation:St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJTutor:Taona MakundeCourse code:Q00015463How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Art Practical: Develop a Portrait in Chalk Pastels
Unleash your creativity and dive into the vibrant world of chalk pastels with our one-day course, "Develop a Portrait in Chalk Pastels." Held at the Springbourne Library in Bournemouth, this course is designed to cater to artists of all levels, from beginners eager to explore a new medium to seasoned artists looking to refine their skills.
The course will cover various aspects of portrait drawing, including composition, proportion, shading, and facial features. Whether you're interested in capturing a loved one's likeness or exploring expressive and abstract interpretations, this course offers a versatile approach to portrait artistry.
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Dates:Fri 19/07/2024 -
Fri 19/07/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Springbourne Library Community Room (Bou
297A Holdenhurst Road
Bournemouth
BH8 8BXTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00015493How you'll learn:In venueStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £25.20
Art Practical: Beginners Macrame Workshop - Make a Wall Hanging
Discover the art of macrame in our 3-hour Beginner's Macrame Workshop. This hands-on class is ideal for newcomers eager to learn the fundamentals of this intricate craft. You'll be introduced to essential techniques, including the square knot, half hitch, and lark's head knot. Guided by an experienced tutor, you will design and construct your own macrame wall hanging, transforming simple cords into a beautiful piece of art. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a completed wall hanging ready for display and the skills to continue creating macrame projects on your own. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own supplies.
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Dates:Tue 30/07/2024 -
Tue 30/07/2024Times:1:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle, Town Centre,
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00017781How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Craft: Introduction to Pottery
This is a practical pottery session where you will have the opportunity to try different hand-building techniques to create your own individual pottery work. In a relaxed and informal session, you can try out the basic skills used to make and decorate pottery. You can explore the tools and techniques used for hand-building including coiling, pinching and surface decoration. We will be using air-drying clay so you can take your pieces home with you at the end. Join us for this relaxing and fun session where you can connect with other like-minded individuals, share ideas, and learn from each other.
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Dates:Thu 08/08/2024 -
Thu 08/08/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Warwick Community Group (Knottingley)
9 Pinewood Place
Knottingley
WF11 0QHTutor:Sarah Cameron-PayneCourse code:Q00017946How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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Creative writing: Stop Frame Animation
Bring your imagination to life! This stop motion animation course guides you through the exciting world of creating animated stories frame by frame. Learn practical techniques, explore storytelling elements, and discover the magic of bringing characters and objects to life on screen. We will explore a variety of content including the principles of stop motion animation, from storyboarding to character creation. We will explore how to nbring the ideas to life and look into the post-production magic too. **This interactive course features engaging video demonstrations, step-by-step tutorials, and creative prompts to spark your imagination. Whether you're a hobbyist or aiming for a career in animation, this course is your launchpad to explore the world of stop motion animation!
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Dates:Mon 12/08/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Tunstall Library (Stoke-on-Trent)
Tunstall Library
The Boulevard
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 6BDTutor:Tabitha AllsopCourse code:Q00016496How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Art Practical: Introduction to Portrait Skills
Learn to draw a realistic portrait of the human face from a photograph. This full day workshop is designed for complete beginners but also caters for those with some drawing experience who wish to develop their skills further. You will draw from a photograph and learn how to build a likeness from broad shapes through to more refined features using a chalk and charcoal. This workshop is an excellent first step before you begin to draw from a live model. You will be guided and supported throughout the day and the techniques that you learn during the workshop will equip you to create your own portrait drawings at home.
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Dates:Tue 27/08/2024 -
Tue 27/08/2024Times:11:00am - 4:15pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00016825How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £21.00
Crafts: Card Making
Join us for a creative Card Making course at Parkstone Connect, a vibrant day centre dedicated to adults with learning difficulties. Our welcoming environment fosters creativity and fun. Participants will explore a variety of card-making techniques, including stamping, embossing, and die-cutting, to craft beautiful, personalized cards. Led by experienced tutors, the course provides all materials and offers step-by-step guidance, ensuring everyone can enjoy the process and create stunning cards to share with loved ones. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, our supportive community is here to help you unleash your artistic potential.
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Dates:Mon 02/09/2024 -
Mon 18/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017321How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
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:Tue 03/09/2024 -
Fri 11/10/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Rochdale Training
Fishwick Street
Rochdale
OL16 5NATutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00016048How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Art Practical: Beginners Mosaics
This Mosaic course is designed to introduce you to new craft skills and help you develop a new craft, whilst designing different images and relaxing, enjoying, being creative with others.
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Dates:Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 11/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Sherbourne House
Independent Living Hub
Stonehouse
GL10 2HPTutor:Victoria HendzelCourse code:Q00016919How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Craft: Crafting for Health and Wellbeing - Beginners
The purpose of this course is to support your individual health and wellbeing and for you to gain confidence through arts and crafts. You will be given an opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from a range of different types of art and craft. For example, painting stones, glass, wood, and dream catchers. You will use a variety of different resources and medias such as wool, fabrics, and jars. You will learn about the development of the different arts and crafts that we enjoy today. You will also learn about and gain an insight into how different techniques and skills have evolved in certain crafts over time.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Minehead Eye (Minehead)
1A Mart Road
Minehead
TA24 5BJTutor:Susan LangCourse code:Q00017159How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £109.20