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Throughout this 4 week beginners course you will discover all of the power and beauty that watercolour has to offer. Ashleigh will guide you through various techniques and application methods each week in a fun and relaxed environment. By week four, you will have some finished work and you will have also gained the foundation knowledge to continue on with this wonderful medium at your own leisure. The dates are Wednesday evenings, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th  October 2022 Pallets, brushes…

Dorset Button making began in the 1600s in Shaftsbury, Dorset. It became a thriving cottage industry promoting independence and security for many women and families. Sadly the introduction of the button making machine in 1851 caused the industry to go into decline. Dorset Button making is now considered a heritage craft, and once mastered can be adapted to create everything from beautiful buttons to jewellery, and decorative art. In this workshop participants are taken through the history of the Dorset Button…

Gel plate printing is a unique, fun and creative way to create artworks. During this introductory workshop, Ruth will guide you in the exploration of a variety of ways to use the Gel plate to create your own designs. Using inks and paint along with a range of found objects and foliage, you will create a series of hand-printed decorative designs on papers and fabrics,

This creative workshop involves learning about the basic techniques of weaving and creating a contemporary wall hanging using a variety of materials. In this special eco-friendly workshop Karolina will guide participants in the creation of funky wall tapestries made out of wool scraps and many other beautiful fabric leftovers. Each participant will be able to express their own style and make a unique, quirky piece of wall decoration to take home. All tools and materials are included.

In this creative workshop Karolina will teach the basic techniques of macramé using half knot and square knot tying as you make a beautiful contemporary wall hanging. Participants will be encouraged to express their individual style through their choice of colour scheme and composition. All materials are 100% recycled cotton cord and modern t-shirt yarn, which will be available in a variety of colours. At the end of the workshop, participants will have a unique, personalised piece of handmade wall…