CRAFTS
BOOKBINDING: SPRINGBACK BINDING MODEL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA chance to make this amazing book structure - something that should be tackled at least once in a lifetime. The historical development of the account book was originally patented
TWISTED LOG CABIN
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomTake a look on Pinterest and you will find many twisted log cabin quilts. They look complicated but are actually very easy with the main difficulties coming from the colours
FULLY BOOKED: SILVER CLAY JEWELLERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSilver Clay is a remarkable material made up of fine silver particles, an organic plant-based binder and water. It can be moulded, rolled, textured and shaped to create hand-crafted pieces
FULLY BOOKED: LEATHERWORK: HAND-STITCHED TOOL HOLDER
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLeatherwork is a great craft; using traditional methods to make quality items that will last you for years. In this course you will learn how to make your own hand-stitched
LINO-CUT PRINTMAKING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUsing traditional lino-cut printmaking techniques, print your own images to create individual and decorative cards or pictures with expert guidance from Clare Melinksy. Clare is a renowned illustrator whose lino
FULLY BOOKED: JAPANESE BORO SLOW STITCHING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSimply 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
CREATIVE RELIEF WOODCARVING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRelief 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
RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRuskin 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
WOVEN TAPESTRY: BEGINNERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWhether 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
WOVEN TAPESTRY: WORDS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore 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