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May 2021
RUSKIN LACE
A Lake District speciality since 1884, using Needlepoint Lace techniques for drawn thread and cut linen work with geometric designs. Suitable for both beginner and experienced. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £242 Non-residential: £172 (If required, Starter Pack £12 from Tutor) Follows another course.
Find out more »GOLDWORK
Goldwork covers all aspects of embroidery using metal threads and materials. Introducing beginners to the basic techniques and encouraging the experienced to develop their designs, everyone can work at their own pace with individual expert guidance throughout. Jane Matthews (Yorkshire www.highamhall.com/jane-matthews) Residential: £242 Non-residential: £172 (STITCHED BEADED JEWELLERY follows.
Find out more »JEWELLERY MAKING: TORCH-FIRED ENAMEL BEADS
Every bead is unique! Experiment with different effects and colours for exciting necklace and earrings, or an unusual pendant. Thread professionally, use a variety of findings. Inspirational and fun for both existing beaders and newbies. Sharon Ford (Cambridge www.highamhall.com/sharon-ford) Residential: £451 Non-residential: £319 (inc. First bottle of MAPgas. Materials c£50 depending on project.)
Find out more »STITCHED BEADED JEWELLERY
New students may enjoy the thrill of making a first piece and the more experienced can develop skills, progressing towards Advanced with Projects to choose from. All abilities, from basic stitches developing through to freeform. Jane Matthews (Yorkshire www.highamhall.com/jane-matthews) Residential: £242 Non-residential: £172 GOLDWORK precedes.
Find out more »GET WEAVING!
Explore the use of Colour and Texture. Dress a loom. Understand how to read pattern draft. Suitable for both absolute beginners and developing Weavers. Jan Beadle (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/jan-beadle) Residential: £340 Non-residential: £239 (Yarns £15 from Tutor)
Find out more »PATCHWORK QUILTING: NOUGHTS AND CROSSES
A relaxing course in beautiful surroundings. Make one large quilt and have another small quilt with the off-cuts. A simple pattern suitable for all levels of experience. Lis Binns ( http://highamhall.com/organiser/lis-binns/) Residential: £340 Non-residential: £239
Find out more »June 2021
UPHOLSTERY WEEKEND
Hands-on! Bring chair, stool, ottoman, headboard... build up from scratch or just re-cover, tackle interior paddings with traditional or modern techniques. Simon will make prior contact to advise on materials. Simon Ireland (N. Cumbria www.highamhall.com/simon-ireland) Residential: £242 Non-residential: £172 (Materials from Tutor)
Find out more »CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY
Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame or your own project. Angie Burt (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £340 Non-residential: £239 (WEEKEND course follows)
Find out more »CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY (WEEKEND)
Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame or your own project. Angie Burt (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £242 Non-residential: £172 (Follows a 3 NIGHT course)
Find out more »LINO-CUT PRINT MAKING
RESCHDULED COURSE NOT IN BROCHURE 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: £340 Non-residential: £239 (Materials c£15)
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