Bedfordshire and Bucks Point Lace - ONE PLACE LEFT9th May to 11th May 2025
Tutor: Louise WestFriday to Sunday

This is a weekend course on Bedfordshire and Bucks Point lace, with individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. Weekend courses give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The pattern can be supplied before the course by contacting the tutor. This course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate. .... read more

As a total beginner I was surprised how much I was able to complete over the three days. (Summer School 2023)

Woodcarving10th May to 11th May 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Japanese Embroidery6th Jun to 8th Jun 2025
Tutor: Janet CroninFriday to Sunday

This course will cater for all level of student. Beginners will have the opportunity of stitching a simple design designed by the Japanese Embroidery Centre. There is a choice of one of four designs that will teach up to about 6 beginners stitches. Advanced stitchers will be able to carry on with their existing project. For those who have stitched some Japanese Embroidery I have a selection of small and straightforward designs at various levels..... read more

Drypoint & Collagraph Printmaking7th Jun to 8th Jun 2025
Tutor: Jessica RoseSaturday to Sunday

We will cover two very versatile printing methods where plates are created using methods including collage, carving, glueing and scratching..... read more

Excellent tutor. Generous and knowledgeable.

Woodcarving28th Jun to 29th Jun 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Honiton LaceCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List4th Aug to 6th Aug 2025
Tutor: Alison ThoburnMonday to Wednesday

This course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to the experienced. The aim is to tailor the course to the individual. For those new to the discipline, instruction will be given using a project which covers the basic techniques. The more experienced Honiton lacemaker will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills in technique, design, and interpretation..... read more

It was everything that I'd hoped it would be and more. Excellent tutor.

Woodcarving4th Aug to 8th Aug 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallMonday to Friday

The course aims to introduce complete beginners to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills.PLEASE NOTE: This course is being held at Wooburn Craft School - see below...... read more

Japanese Embroidery6th Aug to 8th Aug 2025
Tutor: Janet CroninWednesday to Friday

This course will cater for all level of student. Beginners will have the opportunity of stitching a simple design designed by the Japanese Embroidery Centre. There is a choice of one of four designs that will teach up to about six beginners stitches. Advanced stitchers will be able to carry on with their existing project. For those who have stitched some Japanese Embroidery I have a selection of small and straightforward designs at various levels..... read more

Raffia Hat Making7th Aug to 8th Aug 2025
Tutor: Claire RichardsThursday to Friday

Make your own beautiful raffia hat during the two days. Relax with raffia, plaiting and learning the skills to make your own hat and many more for family and friends if you wish. Raffia is a lovely material to work with - natural, sustainable and very flexible, which also means forgiving(!) - these days are good for complete beginners. All materials are provided, please just bring a smile!.... read more

" Claire's course content was spot on.  I would sign up for another class with this excellent tutor without hesitation." (Summer School 2022)

Ply-Split Braiding - Get Started!11th Aug to 12th Aug 2025
Tutor: Helen Leaf - NEW TUTORMonday to Tuesday

This course is an introduction to ply-split braiding, giving a good grounding in the key structures and techniques that are used. We start simply and build gradually, making braids, mats and small projects - these will all embody certain skills and techniques, which you can refer back to in the future if you take things further..... read more

Batik - Beautiful trees on tissue and fabric11th Aug to 12th Aug 2025
Tutor: Jenny OLeary NEW TUTORMonday to Tuesday

Using Jenny's contemporary approach to this traditional technique of batik (hot wax resist) we will create pieces of work inspired by trees - the structure, leaves, shape, seasons. We will work on different surfaces - tissue, found papers and fabric. Working with wax, bleach and inks to create fabulous textures and effects, exploring markmaking with different tools. An exciting course allowing for exploration and discovery.The work will be suitable for further development such as adding stitch. .... read more

Knitting: Knit a Fabulous Pair of Socks12th Aug to 13th Aug 2025
Tutor: Anna NikipirowiczTuesday to Wednesday

Anna will teach you how to knit your own fabulous socks. During this workshop we will work on a pair of socks using a lovely easy mosaic pattern..... read more

Hand Embroidery Workshop - Inspired by Hundertwasser13th Aug to 15th Aug 2025
Tutor: Janet EdmondsWednesday to Friday

Hundertwasser was an Austrian artist with a strong individual style. His work shows bright, intense colour and quirky images of lines, spirals and eyes meandering around organic shapes. We will use these characteristics together with an imaginary walk through familiar places to create a spontaneous design. This will be interpreted into a small piece of stitching, with raised areas that could become a small panel..... read more

"A lifeline for developing creative skills, especially when there is very little going on in my home area." (March 2019)

Tiny Silk and Calico Treasure BooksCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List13th Aug to 15th Aug 2025
Tutor: Paula WatkinsWednesday to Friday

Using Indian block printing with painting fabric, paper, mixed media, found objects, vintage haberdashery and stitch we will create sumptuous tiny books full of texture and surprises. We will be exploring lots of simple techniques which combine to produce beautiful unique art books to treasure. .... read more

"Paula was creative, informative, inspiring and inclusive. The course was beyond my expectations." (Summer School 2019)

Introduction to Traditional Upholstery - Stitched Stool Seat13th Aug to 15th Aug 2025
Tutor: Heather Breed - NEW TUTORWednesday to Friday

Learn traditional upholstery techniques to craft a seat pad on a stool using hand tools, time-honored traditional methods, and natural materials. You will begin by learning how to web the seat, followed by creating a comfortable seat pad with coir (coconut fibre) and animal hair. The hallmark of a traditional seat pad lies in the meticulous hand stitching, which not only shapes the pad but also ensures its durability and longevity.The stool frame and all materials (except top cover) will be provided. .... read more

Milanese and European LacesCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List18th Aug to 20th Aug 2025
Tutor: Claire BonitoMonday to Wednesday

This is a three day course with a primary focus on Milanese lace with other European laces supported. This course offers individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. This course will give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate..... read more

"Excellent tutor! Looking forward to seeing her again." (April 2022)

Reduction Linocut18th Aug to 20th Aug 2025
Tutor: Jessica RoseMonday to Wednesday

In this three day course you will learn how to create linocuts using the reduction method, which allows you to incorporate lots of colours into your prints using just one block..... read more

Great course Jessica was a brilliant tutor and I felt I learnt a great deal from a patient passionate tutor. (Summer School 2021)

Hand Stitching - A Little Piece of Africa18th Aug to 19th Aug 2025
Tutor: Janice Gunner MA MSDCMonday to Tuesday

This course is an introduction into some of the amazing African textiles available today, the techniques used to create them and how to use them in your work. Working by hand you will make a small textile artwork that includes piecing, applique, and simple embroidery. Spend the weekend immersed in some mindful stitching to create a unique piece of work..... read more

"Excellent, enjoyable day." (Summer School 2019)

Upholstery Restoration18th Aug to 20th Aug 2025
Tutor: Heather Breed - NEW TUTORMonday to Wednesday

This is a project led course with students providing their own upholstery project to work on under the expert eye and with guidance from Heather, our new experienced upholsterer and upholstery tutor..... read more