CRAFTS
Calendar of Courses
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2 events,
FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: RESTORATION
Old books are history and deserve TLC. Bring along at least three books (no larger than A4) and be guided step by step through each process, learning techniques of paper repair and cover restoration using modern materials and keeping as much of the original as is practical. Leather bound books can be more difficult to
FABRIC DYEING
Dyeing cotton fabric in cold water Procion dyes is easy and fun. Dye a rainbow of fabrics (red to blue to yellow to red), learn some Shibori techniques and fun ways to dye fabric. We may be able to try Sun Dyeing (weather permitting) or other techniques like Parfait Dyeing. Use the fabric in future
1 event,
SCULPTURAL NEEDLEFELT
Create a high quality, characterful 3D sculpture, 12-18 inches in size, from wool fibre based on a wire armature. Theme choices include an art deco figure, a stone carving, or a caricature. Sympathetic, patient guidance from an outstanding felt artist (www.furzie.co.uk). Both experienced and beginners welcome. Michelle Hickman aka Furzie (Gloucestershire www.highamhall.com/michelle-hickman) Residential: £365
2 events,
FULLY BOOKED: LEATHERWORK: QUALITY LEATHER BELT (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Create your own leather belt using the traditional method of hand-stitching the saddle stitch. You will learn the finishing touches that make a quality belt. You will also be able to personalise your belt, or if you prefer a pair of coasters, with hand-tooled designs. Roslyn Whiting (http://highamhall.com/organiser/roslyn-whiting/) Residential: £290 Non-residential: £210 (incl. materials)
2 events,
FULLY BOOKED: PEWTERWORK (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
Come and learn to give form and texture to flat sheet metal. Popularised by the Arts and Crafts Movement, pewterwork uses no heat, heavy tools, or machinery. Simple hand-held tools and an ability to follow direction are all that are needed to produce decorative pieces to wear or give as gifts. Tilly Wilkinson (Wirral www.highamhall.com/tilly-wilkinson)
1 event,
CERAMIC SCULPTURE: GET A-HEAD!
Make face and head sculptures up to 30cm tall to be glazed and fired in a raku kiln at the end. Make a single larger piece using Cumbrian brick clay, fired later by us when dry. This is the real deal! Martin Copley (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/martin-copley) with Kay Latto Residential: £690 Non-residential: £490
3 events,
FULLY BOOKED: 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: £365 Non-residential: £255 (WEEKEND course follows)
WILLOW BASKET – INTERMEDIATE (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Slightly more advanced techniques will be covered to create a slightly more intricate hand basket with a handle, suitable for carrying shopping, tools or for enhancing a performance of Little Red Riding Hood. Sorry, this one is not for total beginners. Phil Bradley (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/phil-bradley) Residential: £390 Non-residential: £280 (incl. materials) A course more suitable
3 events,
FULLY BOOKED: HILLS AND MOORS: LANDSCAPE IN RECYCLED FABRICS
Beginners and improvers. Create a landscape based on hilly landscapes and moorlands using a wide range of recycled, found and repurposed materials. Explore a wide range of experimental textile and mixed media techniques including layering and blending of fabrics. From inspiration to realisation, be supported and encouraged to play, taking a closer look at colour,