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 most satisfying bindings, Library-style Buckram uses many Account book binding features, giving maximum head-to-tail support, combining endpapers, spine linings and boards allowing it to stand
BUTTERFLIES, MOTHS AND THE COUNTRYSIDE OF NORTH WEST CUMBRIA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor lovers of natural history and the countryside, and an eye opener for anyone wishing to develop awareness of our environment. Walk contrasting Cumbrian sites where conservation management has helped the habitats of rare butterflies including Marsh Fritillary, Mountain Ringlet, Small Blue and The Forester. Presentations will consider wider conservation issues. Chris Winnick with Claire
RECORDERS: IN CONCORD GRADES IV-VI
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor intermediate players (roughly Grades 4-6). An opportunity to play together over a pleasant weekend with others, with expert guidance as appropriate. Annemarie Klein (Edinburgh www.highamhall.com/annemarie-klein) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190
NO TUTOR CRAFTERS WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDue to popular demand we are able to offer these additional dates for those experienced Embroiderers, Weavers and Sewers to take advantage of some space (at a bargain price!) developing your own projects free of distractions, whilst enjoying the Higham magic, including the food! No tutor, but a chance to share ideas, relax and maybe
FULLY BOOKED: LAKELAND BIRDS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe Lake District has few equals for all-round bird watching. Find early summer residents and visitors, and, both in- and out-doors, explore habitats from upland fells to rivers, lakes and coast. Comfortable pace, ideal for learning to recognise birds by both sight and sound. Reasonable walking required (Level 2). Keith Offord (Shropshire www.highamhall.com/keith-offord) Residential: £565
JEWELLERY MAKING: TORCH-FIRED ENAMEL BEADS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomInspirational and fun for both existing beaders and newbies. Revel in the thrill found in every bead being unique! Experiment with different effects and colours for exciting necklace and earrings, or an unusual pendant. Thread your creations like a professional and use a variety of findings (the small parts that make up a piece of
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)
FULLY BOOKED: UPHOLSTERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHands-on! Bring chair, stool, ottoman, headboard... Build up from scratch or just re-cover, tackle interior paddings with traditional or modern techniques. Please contact Cathy prior to your course to discuss your project needs 07770 714103. Cathy Newbery (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/cathy-newbery) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190
CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY (WEEKEND)
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: £270 Non-residential: £190 (Follows a 3 NIGHT course)
19th CENTURY CHARACTER PIECES FOR PIANO
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRomantic composers moved away from sonatas for piano in favour of shorter pieces with poetic titles. Chopin's Ballade no.1, Brahms' 2nd Rhapsody, Mendelssohn’s Bee’s Wedding and Liszt's Un Sospiro, are amongst the familiar repertoire. Schumann, Grieg and Rachmaninov also feature. Ian France (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/ian-france) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190