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Starts: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 9

Tutor: Lindy Zubairy

Essentially an Improvers course with an emphasis on overcoming stumbling blocks. Gain confidence in pattern and chart reading and other ‘issues’ such as maintaining the stitch count. Building on... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 1

Tutor: John Vigar

This course looks at the architectural history of the palace. From lavish Tudor mansion to royal palace in one generation it encompasses the ambitions of the Tudor Court. Within a hundred years it... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 1

Tutor: Tom Fahey

Join us for a new set of recipes for 2020 for this popular course! Are you looking to reduce the amount of sugary foods, pasta and bread in your diet, but unsure how to keep it exciting and tasty?... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Marilyn Pipe

Using photos and samples of ribbon work for inspiration, as well as demonstrations of flowers and foliage, create your own interpretation of your chosen corner of Denman’s beautiful grounds with... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 7

Tutor: Chrissie Hall

Research tells us that writing expressively is therapeutic, relaxing and good for you. It enhances well being and boosts self confidence. So, whether you have never written anything but shopping... Read More

Starts: Thursday, 27 February 2020 at 10:00AM
Ends: Thursday, 27 February 2020 at 5:00PM
Available spaces: 8

(3 other dates available)

Tutor: Natalie Green

Try your hand at a medley of different craft projects with a contemporary twist. You will make a number of different small projects to give you lots of lovely ideas for your WI craft sessions, to... Read More

Starts: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 2

Tutor: Kelly Mauger

Create a high-end afternoon tea featuring a mixture of traditional and modern styles. Recipes will include: Scones, Battenburg, Macarons, Pannacotta, plus a demonstration and tasting of Raspberry... Read More

Starts: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 9

Tutor: Claire Muir

This is a perfect course if you have been on Claire’s Thread and Texture course. It would suit people who like making cards and would like to create some lovely, simple textile ones. Small pieces... Read More

Starts: Friday, 28 February 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 2

Tutor: Liz Dixon

During the course, students will create an animal sculpture using Powertex art products & recycled textiles. Students will be able to choose to make a Sheep, Highland Cattle, or Bison animal... Read More

Starts: Saturday, 29 February 2020 at 10:00AM
Ends: Saturday, 29 February 2020 at 5:00PM
Available spaces: 8

Tutor: Lindy Zubairy

Pass on your passion! If you love to crochet and would like to teach it but feel unsure of how best to approach it, this course will help build up your knowledge base and confidence to put yourself... Read More

Starts: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Tuesday, 03 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 8

(2 other dates available)

Tutor: Janine Kilroe

Decoupage comes from the French verb ‘to cut out’. It is a very accessible, fun, relaxing and a creative craft for beginner and dabblers. Decoupage can be used to personalize almost any item in... Read More

Starts: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 7

Tutor: Gavin James

The night sky is a thing of great beauty, but can be daunting. Learn how to find objects of interest, view or photograph them and start to understand their nature. A practical insight to the world... Read More

Starts: Sunday, 01 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Tuesday, 03 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 10

Tutor: Sally Boehme

DESCRIPTION OF COURSE:Polymer clay is a malleable material available in a range of colours and cured in a domestic oven.  Mokume Gane is a Japanese metalworking procedure, which produces a... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Thursday, 05 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 10

Tutor: Trish Zachariah and Paula Bray

You will make  your own collection of nature elements, choosing from chickens, chicks,birds,eggs, nests, rabbits, hares, flowers and leaves, using a range of techniques:- traditional embroidery... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 6

Tutor: Carl Attwood

A gifted melodist, Rachmaninov composed many wonderful pieces as well as being one of the great concert pianists of his age. Much of his output is still relatively unknown and you will listen to his... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Peter Lien

At the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, the region known as the Middle East has taken its culinary influences from many places and people, including the Moors. Learn about the traditions of... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Saturday, 07 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 6

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Morag Flower and Pauline Vice

Discover the world of egg craft where you will be introduced to a variety of craft techniques through a set design, then go on to develop your own ideas. A fascinating craft made easy. You will go... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 06 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 5

Tutor: Jo Sercombe

The soundtracks of Sister Act and it’s sequel Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit may be 25 years old but they remain every popular and have even spawned a West End musical show! Come and have a go at... Read More

Starts: Thursday, 05 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Saturday, 07 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Anna Conti

Make your own panel or mirror, even bring an exisitng project with you. Learn or improve traditional stained glass techniques. Beginners will make a simple, 8 to 10 piece panel and improvers will... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 8

Tutor: Tom Fahey

Discover the processes of fermentation and how it can be used to enhance menu planning and health. This course will cover techniques and recipes to create tasty fermented foods and drinks like... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 10

(2 other dates available)

Tutor: Christine Mayer

Kumihimo (Japanese braiding) is a simple way of making beautiful jewellery and decorative cords for upholstery and trimmings. Create at least two necklaces using cord and beads from a choice of... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 13 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 9

Tutor: Hazel Jones

Women of Jane Austen's rank, and of the gentry and lower aristocracy immediately above it, are usually considered as enjoying leisured lives, despite their many and varied domestic responsibilities... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 3

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Louise Simmonds

Always wanted to design and make stunning  Silver Jewellery?You'll be amazed at what you can produce using this incredible material,  with lots of guidance and inspiration to help you and... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 March 2020 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 15

Tutor: Kate Eckersley

If you enjoy singing but are not sure how good you are, this course is for you. Come and learn about your voice and how to get the most pleasure from singing.

Starts: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 3:30PM
Ends: Friday, 13 March 2020 at 1:30PM
Available spaces: 7

(2 other dates available)

Tutor: Claire Salmon

The course will introduce you to a versatile doll design that you can then adapt and personalise to create a unique keepsake for yourself, or a special gift for a friend. Using machine and hand... Read More