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Newsletter 5: Putting fun things in the diary
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A quick update from us on the schedule for classes from September onwards, in line with our newsletter-knows-first policy! You'll find new classes, follow-on classes for those that have moved on from 'beginner' status, and repeats of favourite workshops in case you missed them.
Please note: During August, our class bookings will be via Eventbrite (linked from our site) as the shop will be closed. |
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Parent & Child Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop |
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A fun polymer clay workshop, learning to build canes and create a mosaic slab to cut jewellery forms from.
All materials and equipment provided. Pieces will be baked after the class, have the jewellery findings added and we will let you know as soon as they are ready for pickup. You should end up with spare cane to take home with you so that you can keep making.
2-4.30pm 27 September £70
Suitable for ages 8-adult
Each child must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult.
The price is for the two places. |
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Introduction to Machine Sewing |
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A short two-class course for anyone who wants to learn how to use a sewing machine, or who has a sewing machine but doesn’t feel confident using it.
Use one of our machines or bring your own.
7-9pm. 7th and 14th October. £85.
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Machine Sewing: First Projects |
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A short two-class course for anyone who knows the basics of using a sewing machine (if this isn’t you, take a look at our Beginner’s Class) but would like to gain confidence and learn how to make a couple of handy items.
Often people give up at their first try with machine sewing – trying to grapple with patterns and principles that seem too tricky and don’t let them get started. We will take a no-pattern approach and learn to make a bag and a cushion cover that you can adapt to the size you need them to be, or which fits to the fabric you want to use.
7-9pm. 6 and 13 October
£85.
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Crochet - Granny Squares |
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Ready to take your crochet further? This improvers’ class is designed for anyone who’s got the basic stitches under their belt – see our beginner’s class if you’re not quite there yet – and wants to tackle something more ambitious.
Meet the granny square. One of crochet’s most iconic and versatile techniques, granny squares are the building block for everything from cosy blankets and cushion covers to garments and homewares.
All materials are provided and you’ll get a hook to take home.
1-4pm 7 Nov £50
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Crochet A Toy |
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Learn to crochet adorable toys in this one off workshop!
Known as amigurumi – “crocheted stuffed toy” in Japanese – just a few techniques can get you making creatures of all shapes. A basic knowledge of crochet is needed, but your expert tutor will share how to use these basic techniques to make a smooth, dense and, most importantly, cuddly fabric toy.
All materials are provided and you’ll receive a hook to take home.
1-4pm 24 October £50
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Decorative Stitches |
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A one-off class for anyone who wants to learn new embroidery stitches.
Working in a small group with an expert teacher, this workshop will take you through a range of decorative hand embroidery stitches. A little hand-sewing experience is useful for the class, but not essential. As you move on through the different stitches, we will discuss line, curve and fill stitches and their uses, as well as explaining thread weights, recommending useful equipment and more.
The price of the class includes fabric, hoop, threads and needles.
Maximum class size: 8
7-9pm 29 September £45 Ages 12+
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Beginner's Crochet |
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Learn the basics of crochet and make a cosy cowl.
Suitable for absolute beginners.
All materials will be provided and you’ll get a hook and a ball of wool to take home.
Get hooked on a new craft with this crochet workshop. You’ll make a snuggly cowl in chunky wool with this quick and accessible project and the basic stitches to continue crocheting at home.
Maximum class size: 8
1.30-4.30pm 26 September £50
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Beginner's Knitting |
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Learn the basics of knitting and make a cosy cowl
Suitable for absolute beginners
All materials will be provided and you’ll get needles and a ball of wool to take home.
Get hooked on a new craft with this knitting workshop. You’ll make a snuggly cowl in chunky wool with this quick and accessible project and the basic stitches to continue knitting at home.
1.30-4.30pm 17 October £50
Maximum class size: 8
Suitable for ages 14+ |
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Make Your Own Lampshade |
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This workshop will take you through the production of a lampshade for a lamp base or ceiling fitting, and you will end up with a finished product to take home.
We will provide everything you need, included in the class price, other than fabric.
If you have a piece of fabric you would like to use, do bring it along. If not, you can choose to buy one of our fabrics. We will provide a few to choose from and you can decide on the night. There is a small extra charge of £4.50 for the fabric, collected at the class.
Maximum class size:8
7-9pm 10 November £45
Ages 14+ |
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Knit Your First Jumper Course |
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Come and knit your first jumper! If you want to move on from scarves and hats to your first garment, this course is for you. With a group of other intrepid knitters, your tutor will guide you through your project, breaking the pattern down into manageable sections and knitting it along with you. By the end of the course, you’ll not only have a beautiful handmade garment fitted specially to you, but the knowledge and skills to knit hundreds of other patterns and fill your wardrobe with handknits!
You should be confident in some basic skills – knitting, purling, casting on and off.
We’ll be using the free Tin Can Knits Flax pattern – it runs from a 30″ to a 68″ chest circumference and uses aran weight yarn. Your booking includes all the teaching materials – you will need to provide your own needles and yarn. Slipstitch can order yarn in and are happy to advise on it.
10-12am on the following dates, split across Christmas and to allow extra knitting time! 24th October, 7th and 21st November, 5th December, 9th and 23rd January.
Suitable for ages 14+
£150 |
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