CRAFTS
FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: INTERMEDIATE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIn this follow up to beginners, we focus on a significant 19th century development which countered rough-handed use and became very popular with public and private libraries. One of the
FULLY BOOKED: PATCHWORK QUILTING: CURVED PIECING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWhy use hundreds of pins on your curved seams when just one will do? Learn how to make beautiful curved seams, to make your own curved piecing templates and design
EXTRA: RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA 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. If required, a starter
FULLY BOOKED: RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA 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. If required, Starter pack
LINO-CUT PRINT MAKING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCreate professional-looking cards and pictures from several lino cuts. Our new heated work surfaces soften the traditional lino, making it much easier to cut. All tools and materials provided. Clare's
JEWELLERY MAKING: SILVER CLAY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSilver Clay can be hand-crafted and fired to make fine hallmarkable silver jewellery. Make three stunning professionally styled pieces. Those with good experience may work on their own projects.
EASTER EMBROIDERY EXTRAVAGANZA (SPECIAL PRICE)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomEnjoy trying different hand embroideries, whether you're a newbie or oldie, on this seasonal escape. Choose from a selection of kits to include techniques in Crewel work, Calico Gardens and
WOVEN TAPESTRY DAY (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomTaster or refresher. Come with no experience or bring work you want help with. Looms will be ready-warped, and be shown how to weave simple shapes, mix colours and control
FULLY BOOKED: WOVEN TAPESTRY: KENTE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWe shall be taking a look at Ghanaian Kente Cloths, shifting from weft to warp face, exploring symbolic colour and shape. Louise Martin (Orkney www.highamhall.com/louise-martin) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190
FULLY BOOKED: WOVEN TAPESTRY: PRIMITIVE MARK MAKING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWe will be telling a story through pattern and line. Looking at symbols and marks on Bogolon mud cloth, Adinka printed fabric and Mbuti Bark cloth. Design your own tapestry