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November 2019
HANDSEWN FABRIC BOXES (2 of 2)
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) Residential: £233 Non-residential: £166 (Specialist items available from tutor) Elaine’s final course with us as she is retiring.
Find out more »THE APPEAL OF CROCHET
Follow demos and gain inspirational ideas to make wonderful crochet pieces. For an artistic twist, crochet can be added to stiff fabric and paper, wood, leather etc. Feel free to discuss possible project(s) beforehand: paulineturner@crochet.co.uk. Pauline Turner (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/pauline-turner) Residential: £328 Non-residential: £229
Find out more »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: £233 Non-residential: £166 (Materials from Tutor)
Find out more »WILLOW BASKET (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
*NEW* The return of an old favourite! Work with Cumbria basket maker Phil Bradley to learn the techniques involved in English roundwork basketry. We will cover some of the basic elements of working with willow as well as, taking a look at the growing, harvesting and managing of willow beds. Phil Bradley (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/phil-bradley) Residential: £348 Non-residential: £249 (inc. materials)
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: £233 Non-residential: £166 (A THREE NIGHTER FOLLOWS)
Find out more »CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY (THREE NIGHT
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: £328 Non-residential: £229 (Preceded by a WEEKEND)
Find out more »WOODCARVING: WHITTLING AND CARVING WILDLIFE (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
*NEW* Use various basic tools and techniques to create a finished bird, mammal or fish (including Song Thrush, Great Crested Grebe, Owl, Otter, Squirrel...) with suggestions on how to mount and display. Amaze yourself and, perhaps, develop a rewarding hobby. For both novices and developing carvers. David Harter (www.highamhall.com/david-harter) Ron Dickens has retired. Residential: £253 Non-residential: £186 (inc. materials) See also Sharon Littley’s RELIEF AND CREATIVE 16 October.
Find out more »FROM GLOW TO GLITTER: SEASONAL CREATIONS 2
Arrangements using artificial and fresh material will include a snowflake lit wreath, a cone and a candle table centerpiece, a star wreath, a book folded Fairyhouse/Birdhouse/Greenhouse, a long candlelit bauble arrangement, a lit wineglass and a candle platter. All materials provided so come along and enjoy! Karen Neville (N. Yorks www.highamhall.com/karen-neville) Residential: £265 Non-residential: £198 (inc. materials) SEASONAL CREATIONS 1 is 28 October.
Find out more »CERAMIC RESTORATION
If you have ever dropped or damaged a favourite dish or ornament you will appreciate the pleasure in learning how to restore it to its former glory. Coverage of the essentials (cleaning, re-assembly, building-up missing pieces and disguising mends) for beginners, or a refresher for those with some knowledge, with trouble shooting sessions dealing with specific issues. Sheila Maurice (Northumberland www.highamhall.com/sheila-maurice) Residential: £423 Non-residential: £294
Find out more »December 2019
MONOPRINT WITH VEGA BRENNAN
Create layered prints with vibrant colours using a range of monoprint and monotype techniques. Learn how to construct a composition, also when and how to play fast and loose with the rules, embrace the accidental and enjoy the process. Aim for a mounted piece of work! Vega Brennan (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/vega-brennan) Residential: £328 Non-residential: £229 (Materials c£12)
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