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Art Practical: Improvers
Continue developing your artistic skills with our Art Practical: Improvers course. Explore advanced techniques in drawing and painting to create detailed and expressive artworks. Ideal for individuals with basic art knowledge looking to enhance their abilities.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:ADHAR PROJECT at Our Lady of Good Counse
Gleneagles Avenue
Leicester
LE4 7YLTutor:Nicola Tarlton-WeatherallCourse code:Q00017192How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
Art Practical: Landscape Art
Enhance your landscape painting skills with our Art Practical: Landscape Art course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty of natural scenes and creating detailed, expressive landscapes. Ideal for both beginners and intermediate artists looking to refine their landscape painting abilities.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:3:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017368How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Photography: Ten Top Tips
An opportunity no matter your skill level and for those using a phone, a compact camera and/or something fancier to consider the photos you take and develop a greater understanding of what makes for you, a better image. This course will explore a range of tips from how you can control the camera, to the types of subjects that can make an engaging photo
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 18/09/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Billericay Reading Rooms (Billericay)
73 High Street
Billericay
CM12 9ASTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017710How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
Level 1 Maths: Costing Sewing Projects
This 9-hour course provides a foundational understanding of essential maths skills for measuring fabric accurately in garment-making. Designed for beginners, the course covers basic arithmetic, units of measurement, and practical applications in a textile context. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, learners will gain confidence in measuring lengths, widths, and calculating fabric requirements. Perfect for aspiring tailors and hobbyists, this course ensures participants can make precise measurements, reducing material waste and enhancing the quality of their projects. Join us to develop the skills needed for successful garment creation.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 2:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:The Vine Community Centre (Nottingham)
Bobbers Mill Road
Nottingham
NG7 5GZTutor:Monazza AzizCourse code:Q00016421How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
SCC Multiply-Baking on a Budget
Baking on a Budget” is an 11-hour course carefully created to equip students with essential baking skills while making it affordable. Students will master the art of creating delightful baked goods using cost-effective ingredients and simple techniques. The curriculum covers fundamental baking principles, including ingredient substitutions, portion management, and efficient kitchen organisation, ensuring the best and most efficient way to bake. Through hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises, students will learn to prepare a variety of treats, such as cookies, cupcakes, and brownies, perfect for school fair stalls. By course end, students will possess the expertise and confidence to bake for school events and friends on a budget.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 09/10/2024Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Mount Pleasant School (Southampton)
Mount Pleasant Road
Newtown
Southampton
SO14 0WZTutor:Tracey SweetmanCourse code:Q00017110How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Sewing into Business - Trafford
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:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Thu 09/01/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:28 sessionsLocation:St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GXTutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00016053How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Craft: Autumn Wreath Making
This course is perfect for anyone interested in home decor, crafting, or floral design. No prior experience is necessary, as our experienced tutor will give you a step-by-step guidance that will help you create a beautiful wreath that you can be proud of. By the end of this course, you'll have a completed an Autumn wreath to take home, along with the skills and inspiration to create stunning wreaths for any occasion throughout the year. Whether you choose to use faux or fresh flowers, you'll be equipped to make beautiful, lasting decorations for your home.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 18/09/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Briardale house (Blyth)
Briardale Road
Blyth
NE24 5ANTutor:Elaine SwanCourse code:Q00018728How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for Beginners
Unlock your creativity and learn the foundational skills of sewing in this beginner-friendly course. Whether you're completely new to sewing or looking to refresh your skills, this class will guide you through the basics of using a sewing machine, understanding fabrics, and mastering essential sewing techniques. Our experienced tutor will guide you through the process and help you to achieve your goals. Basic materials and equipment are provided, but you are welcome to bring along your own choice too. We will be learning in-venue at CREST, South Tyneside. Come along, meet other sewing enthusiasts, and get started with some sewing!
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:CREST (South Shields)
95 Fowler Street
South Shields
NE33 1NUTutor:Anila MaqboolCourse code:Q00018861How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £92.40
Art Practical: Art for Wellbeing
Learners will work with the tutor to improve confidence in their ability to develop their artistic skills and creativity within oil painting. You will be developing the skills to create a detailed landscape painting; challenging yourself to try new and different subjects.
You will learn using a range of different teaching and learning activities, to include watching and following step by step demonstrations, with one-to-one help and guidance from a friendly and encouraging tutor.
You will learn in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, working together with your fellow learners and the tutor.
This course is suitable for a complete beginner but also for those wanting to improve their existing skills in painting.
No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to learn and begin your journey to develop your artistic skills.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Scrap Store
Dairycoates Avenue
Hull
Yorkshire and Humber
HU3 5DBTutor:Julie SmithCourse code:Q00017859How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Creative Writing in the Landscape: Writing the River Tamar
In a stunning location overlooking Brunel’s famous Tamar Bridge to Cornwall, this workshop will be a feast for the creative senses. You’ll be encouraged to write what you can see, hear, feel, smell, touch – and taste! - in this ever-changing landscape. The workshop is open to everyone who likes to write, from beginners to published, and all genres from poetry to prose. This is a unique and wonderful opportunity to spend a day in the company of other writers, exploring the immediate natural and human-made environment. It’s also a chance to share your written work, if you wish, at a local festival.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 19/09/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Tamar View Community Complex Ltd (Plymou
Tamar View Community Centre
Miers Close
Plymouth
PL5 1DJTutor:Kate CottonCourse code:Q00018499How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20