CRAFTS
FULLY BOOKED: PEWTERWORK (EVERYTHING PROVIDED)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCome 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)
CERAMIC SCULPTURE: GET A-HEAD!
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomMake 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
FULLY BOOKED: CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHand 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)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSlightly 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
FULLY BOOKED: HILLS AND MOORS: LANDSCAPE IN RECYCLED FABRICS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomBeginners 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,
FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: BEGINNERS
An introduction to the basics of hand bookbinding using techniques, hardly changed in centuries. See how paper is prepared, then hand sewn into a single-section pamphlet and a multi-section book. Learn how to prepare the book for covering, using traditional methods with modern materials. Gain experience and insight into book construction and how to use
FULLY BOOKED: PRINTMAKING SUMMER WORKSHOP
Explore techniques: woodcut, (cutting an image in plankwood); wood engraving (on endgrain hardwood or plastic); drypoint (drawing on metal with a steelpoint) and etching (using acid to etch on a zinc plate). Create prints to your own design. Beginners or experienced. Peter Collins (Gloucestershire www.highamhall.com/peter-collins) Residential: £465 Non-residential: £330
FULLY BOOKED: WOODCARVING: RELIEF AND CREATIVE
Transform a block of wood into a unique picture. Bring ideas or use Sharon's books for inspiration. Transfer a pattern, use chisels, learn techniques. Beginners and experienced. Sharon Littley (S Wales www.highamhall.com/sharon-littley) Residential: £520 Non-residential: £350
CREATIVE STITCHING FOR THE TERRIFIED!
A fun way to get serious with stitching little creative projects using a stash of bits and pieces. Basic materials provided, but feel free to bring some of your own if you wish. Ann will guide you with professional tips to see what you can end up with. Relaxed and absorbing, a course to inspire
FULLY BOOKED: 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. If required, a starter pack (£12) is purchasable from the Tutor. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190