FULLY BOOKED: JAPANESE BORO SLOW STITCHING

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Simply spend peaceful time being creative.  Slow stitching is perfect for experiencing mindful relaxation. We’ll be inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition that values cloth as a precious resource, extending its life by reusing every scrap.  Working intuitively, you’ll discover freedom in working without pre-planned designs. Beautiful results & rewarding experience! No sewing skills needed. 

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CREATIVE RELIEF WOODCARVING

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Relief carving is the process of cutting a pattern or design into a flat surface. For those new to the craft, Sharon will gently guide you through the process of transforming a block of wood into a unique image in relief with generous one-to-one support, technical instruction and extensive knowledge of her subject. Bring your 

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RUSKIN LACE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Ruskin Lace is a distinctive form of lace which originated as a cottage industry in the Lake District in the 1880s. You will be working on linen fabric using a combination of drawn thread and cut linen work, with the geometric designs being created using needlelace techniques specific to this type of lace. The course 

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WOVEN TAPESTRY: BEGINNERS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Whether you are a beginner or in need of a refresher, this workshop is designed to give you a solid technical grounding in tapestry weaving.  Participants will learn essential weaving techniques from setting up a loom, weaving a design, to finishing your tapestry. All equipment provided.  Louise Martin Residential: £355 Non-residential: £250 

WOVEN TAPESTRY: WORDS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Explore and learn techniques to convey words - meander, disappear, fast, up/down. How do you express these words playfully through colour and yarn choices? Louise Martin Residential: £355 Non-residential: £250 

WOVEN TAPESTRY: WEATHER

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Sun, rain, sleet, wind, hurricane. How to create the mood and atmosphere of the elements using the wonderful medium of tapestry.  Louise Martin Residential: £355 Non-residential: £250 

RAKU POTTERY WITH CHRIS BARNES

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Chris will introduce you to Raku pottery making and help you to create your own pieces of Raku pottery and sculpture. Experience the excitement of raku firing with an opportunity to be really involved with the process. With lectures, demos and a trip out between days of making and firing to allow for your work 

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EASTER EMBROIDERY EXTRAVAGANZA

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Come and explore hand embroidery. Embroiderers of all levels are welcome, from those brand new to embroidery to the more experienced stitcher. Choose one of the kits available, good for an introduction into embroidery, or from a selection of embroideries on display using your own fabric and threads. Alternatively bring along your own project to 

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EXPLORE EMBROIDERY

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Come and explore hand embroidery. Embroiderers of all levels are welcome, from those brand new to embroidery to the more experienced stitcher. Choose one of the kits available, good for an introduction into embroidery, or from a selection of embroideries on display using your own fabric and threads. Alternatively bring along your own project to 

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GET WEAVING!

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

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 Residential: £485 Non-residential: £330 (Yarns £15 purchasable from tutor)