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HANDSEWN FABRIC BOXES (EXTRA)
Create a practical and decorative rectangular fabric box. Ideas for newbies, more elaborate designs for the experienced. Elaine Hicks (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/elaine-hicks) Repeated 27 Apr. Residential: £231 Non-residential: £164 (Specialist items available from Tutor)
Find out more »HANDSEWN FABRIC BOXES (WEEKEND)
Create a practical and decorative rectangular fabric box. Ideas for newbies, more elaborate designs for the experienced. Elaine Hicks (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/elaine-hicks) A repeat of 25 Apr. Residential: £231 Non-residential: £164 (Specialist items available from Tutor)
Find out more »LINO-CUT PRINT MAKING
Create professional-looking cards and pictures from several lino-cuts using Easycut lino under the guidance of one of the UK's best - Clare's illustrations appear in books, magazines and packaging (and not just any packaging!). Clare Melinsky (Dumfriesshire www.highamhall.com/clare-melinsky) Residential: £324 Non-residential: £226 (Materials c£15)
Find out more »PATCHWORK QUILTING: RAGGED HEARTS QUILT – 42”x 42″
Make this soft and cosy quilt using brushed cotton/flannel. It is pieced and quilted at the same time giving the option to increase the size. For all levels. Janette Fairer (S. Cumbria www.highamhall.com/janette-fairer) Residential: £324 Non-residential: £226
Find out more »RUSKIN LACE
Drawn thread and cut linen work with geometric designs using needlepoint lace techniques. Suitable for both beginners (starter pack £12 from tutor), and experienced. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £231 Non-residential: £164 There is a new extra course on 6 June!
Find out more »CHINESE PAINTING – TREES AND MOUNTAINS (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
Extend creativity and be guided by an expert in a traditional craft reflecting both philosophy and tradition. Learn brush techniques, paint trees & mountains. No experience, not even art, required! Chi Zhang (Edinburgh www.highamhall.com/chi-zhang) Residential: £251 Non-residential: £184 inc. all materials
Find out more »CALLIGRAPHY: ITALICS FOR ALL (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
Develop your skills with Italic script. Be guided step-by-step to produce a high-quality finished piece of work. Experienced calligraphers welcome - any level catered for. Materials provided. Dr Manny Ling (Sunderland www.highamhall.com/manny-ling) Residential: £251 Non-residential: £184 inc. materials
Find out more »BOOKBINDING AND RESTORATION
Old books are history and deserve TLC, so bring along at least three, (no larger than A4). Be guided through each process, learn techniques of paper repair and cover restoration using modern materials, keeping as much of the original as is practical. Doug Mitchell (Northamptonshire www.highamhall.com/doug-mitchell) Residential: £418 Non-residential: £291 (Materials at cost)
Find out more »WOVEN TAPESTRY DAY (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
Taster or Refresher. Come with no experience or bring work you want help getting back to. Looms will be ready-warped, and be shown how to weave simple shapes, mix colours and control your tension. Louise Martin (Clackmannanshire www.highamhall.com/louise-martin) £74 inc. materials, lunch & refreshments Louise has two courses following.
Find out more »WOVEN TAPESTRY: SOUMAK
A versatile and useful technique that can help you get out of a pickle or add interest to your tapestry. Weave a sampler exploring the possibilities. Perfect for both beginners and experienced. Louise Martin (Clackmannanshire www.highamhall.com/louise-martin) Residential: £231 Non-residential: £164 Also see Louise's TAPESTRY DAY, preceding, and DOUBLE & SINGLE WEAVING, following.
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