Higham Hall College
Courses at this venue
-
-
PRINTMAKING: ETCHING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUsing metal plates made of Copper or Zinc we will learn the fundamental elements of the Etching process, with demonstrations and extensive technical support, culminating in your own set of limited edition prints. We will also have time to explore advanced techniques such as aquatint, chin collé and relief etching. As such this course is […]
-
PATCHWORK: APPLIQUE FROM THE REVERSE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIn the course we will be using a pre-printed panel. Adding a window frame and surround turns the panel into the view out of a window. You will have time to turn this into a wall hanging by quilting. Suitable for all abilities.
-
HOW DO WILD PLANTS WORK?
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomPlants are fascinating living organisms which have evolved over hundreds of millions of years, having become crucial to all life on Earth. During this course we shall look at a wide range of plants including trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses, ferns and mosses. The course will include indoor sessions where we explore the amazing functions of […]
-
TRADITIONAL STAINED GLASS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDesign and make a traditional stained-glass panel using key skills that will enable you to construct more elaborate projects later. Learn about design principles before creating and preparing your pattern, decide which glass to use and how to cut it safely, become confident in the leading and soldering process then finally clean and polish your […]
-
-
LEATHERWORK: QUALITY LEATHER BELT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCreate your own leather made to measure belt using the traditional method of hand-stitching the saddle stitch. You will learn the finishing touches that make a quality belt. There will be a choice of various leathers and buckles to choose from to make your belt. You can personalise your belt, or if you prefer, a […]
-
PAINTING BIRDS IN WATERCOLOURS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLearn how to paint birds a stage at a time, with individual help and step by step instructions. From puffins to Kingfishers, by the end of the course you will be able to paint the subjects with confidence.
-
WATERCOLOUR LANDSCAPES FOR BEGINNERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLearn how to paint a simple but effective landscape including skies, hills, trees, hedgerows and other landscape features. This is suitable for beginners and for intermediate levels who want to brush up their techniques. Step-by-step demonstrations and individual help given throughout.
-
SUMMER YOGA RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThese weekends are an opportunity to take time for ourselves in a peaceful environment and to look at the value of yoga in our everyday lives. We explore the accessible approach to yoga within viniyoga, as developed by Sri TKV Desikachar; adapted to the individual’s ability and needs. A theme will be developed via; Yoga […]
-
UPHOLSTERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomYou will learn to strip a small item of furniture (e.g. a chair, stool, ottoman or headboard), tackle interior paddings and rebuild it using traditional or modern upholstery techniques as appropriate. You bring the item of furniture you want to restore and the fabric you would like to use; all the fillings, specialist tools, technical […]
-
WIND SERENADES SUMMER SCHOOL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWind Chamber course for high-advanced amateur players (diploma-standard level 1 minimum) to work in-depth on substantial original repertoire with the highest level of tuition. All works studied will be performed complete in informal concerts on the last day. The course includes a mid-week Tutors' concert. Laurence Perkins with Philippa Davies, Colin Honour and Jan Willem […]