FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: RESTORATION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomOld 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
VIOLS AND RECORDERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA friendly course (all levels except beginner) to enjoy exploring a variety of music with others on your own instrument, plus a chance also for you to consort! Elizabeth Dodd - VIOLS (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/elizabeth-dodd) Philip Gruar - RECORDERS (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/philip-gruar) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 We shall have TVs on to watch the King’s Coronation this
ESSENTIAL DRAWING SKILLS: EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA fun course exploring contemporary approaches to drawing. Excellent practise to free up your technique working both in the classroom and in the grounds of Higham (weather permitting). Ceri Allen (Carlisle www.highamhall.com/ceri-allen) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 ESSENTIAL DRAWING SKILLS modules can work well as standalone sessions or, combined with others in the series, can
GOLDWORK
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomGoldwork covers all aspects of embroidery using metal threads and materials. Introducing beginners to the basic techniques and encouraging the experienced to develop their designs, everyone can work at their own pace with individual expert guidance throughout. Jane Matthews (Yorkshire www.highamhall.com/jane-matthews) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 BEADED JEWELLERY follows
FULLY BOOKED: COLLAGE, PEN AND ACRYLIC
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomEnhance the creative impact of your Artwork with some stunning Collage techniques. Existing artists may work on their own subject with professional advice or receive guidance for a street scene with buildings to flex those artistic muscles. Sue Ford (Yorkshire www.highamhall.com/sue-ford) Residential: £465 Non-residential: £330
BIRD SONGS AND CALLS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn alternative to LAKELAND BIRDS, with more emphasis on the aural characteristics of our feathered friends out in the field. Keith Offord (Shropshire www.highamhall.com/keith-offord) Residential: £461 Non-residential: £325 (incl. field trips with a fair amount of walking)
BEADED JEWELLERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA course designed to give pleasure to all. Those new to creating beaded jewellery can enjoy the thrill of making their first piece, and the more experienced may develop their skills and progress to an advanced level. There will be several projects to choose from for all abilities. Stitched and Bead Embroidery techniques will be
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, a starter pack (£12) is purchasable from the Tutor. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 Precedes another course
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, a starter pack (£12) is purchasable from the Tutor. Karen Quickfall (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/karen-quickfall) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 Follows another course
FULLY BOOKED: PATCHWORK QUILTING: WINDING WAYS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis is a well-known design but very difficult to piece if you don’t have a few tricks up your sleeve. Learn a different way of piecing curves, how to sew accurate ¼” borders and quilting options. Alternatively, you may bring your own project to work on. Suitable for all levels. Lis Binns (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/lis-binns)