Traditional Tailored Lampshade Making Workshop, Private Tuition
Private lessons
In Lewes
Description
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Type
Private lessons
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Level
Beginner
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Location
Lewes
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Class hours
8h
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Duration
1 Day
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Start date
Different dates available
Our Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop is suitable for those wishing to learn for pleasure or business. During this workshop we will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to construct a professional looking tailored shade. We will provide all the materials including an empire frame and fabric. By end of the workshop you will take your creation home to add the perfect touch to your interiors.
The idea of turning your skills, talents or passion to a craft business is very alluring. It’s rewarding and possible, but the reality is that you need to be equipped with huge amount of knowledge of what is really involved. During our 1-2-1 workshop we will talk about how to make that transition. We will prepare you with facts and useful information. This includes list of suppliers, how to put together a collection, pricing your products, selling direct to consumers or retailers, wholesale strategies, how to prepare yourself for attending craft fairs, shows or trade exhibitions. We will also talk about the importance of branding, marketing and how the advances of today’s social networking and online communities can enhance and increase the potential audience for your craft.
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About this course
Suitable for beginners as no prior knowledge is required
Acquiring a new skill can sometimes be a daunting task, but it doesn’t necessarily need to be that way when you receive plenty of individual attention. The advantages of our one-to-one workshops are that they can be tailored to your exact level and needs. You will get the opportunity to learn a new craft whilst at ease and at your own pace. We will support you to turn your skills into a business by providing plenty of business advice and trade tips. Your strengths and weaknesses are addressed consistently and fully without feeling the pressure by the progress of other students. Above all, enjoy some quality personal time away from the pressures of everyday life. Embrace the experience and treat yourself to the gift of lifelong learning.
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Subjects
- Materials
- Trade
- Equipment
- Trimmings and embellishments
- Tools
- Equipment and useful books
- Suitability of fabrics
- Lampshade styles and lamp bases
- Safety regulations: Fire resistance
- All the tips and tricks of the trade
Teachers and trainers (1)
Moji Salehi
Designer maker
Course programme
- This is what we cover during this workshop:
- Tools, equipment and useful books
- Suitability of fabrics
- Lampshade styles and lamp bases
- Safety regulations: Fire resistance
- Preparation of the frame by using tape binding technique
- Preparing ad cutting the lining
- Fitting and stitching the top fabric to the frame
- Fitting and stitching the lining
- Trimmings and embellishments
- And all the tips and tricks of the trade
Traditional Tailored Lampshade Making Workshop, Private Tuition