Crafts courses

..."The course content combined with excellent teaching in a positive and supportive environment that is highly conducive to effective learning...

...There will be a presentation of the history and importance of Ethiopic bookbinding - The preparation of the wooden boards and their attachment to the quires (sections)...

..."The thought and preparation behind it. Every week we made something using a different technique. Lots of handouts and resources. Lots of help and attention given to everyone...

...Layering Colour application Masking out Creating texture Some observational still-life work. Studio-based, through practical tasks, demonstrations...

...would expect to put in their cabinet of curiosities - Describe the metalwork techniques need to make silver goblets and other curiosities - Discuss changes...

...as opposed to leather. You will also be shown various gold tooled paper bindings and how to approach gold tooling a paper covered book, to demonstrate...

...Calligraphy and letter design - Essential calligraphy tools and materials - Gothic alphabet - Gothic letterforms in modern lettering. You will be taught...

...the three stages of sharpening. - About the bevel side and the flat side of a knife. - Working with knives in a safe and controlled manner...

...printmaking at home with inexpensive equipment and simple materials. It would be helpful to bring sketchbooks, photos or other imagery from which to...

...Prepare paper with alum as a mordant to fix the colours. - Create unique marble patterns using carrageen moss as a size. - Examine some historic marble...

...and drawing is the skill from which all forms of visual art are developed. This course aims to provide you with a structured introduction to the skills of drawing...

...technique such as sewing, embroidery and knitting but lack the skills and knowledge to create their own designs. Textiles Course: A Creative Approach...

...drawing and leads on to introduce the student to a wide variety of media including watercolour, gouache, oils and acrylics. Subjects covered include Landscape...

...but nor should you be a complete beginner. This course is suitable for students with some basic skills in drawing and ideally with some confidence in the use of watercolour...

...courses and each course is devised for a limited number of students, so early enrolment is advisable. Students wishing to transfer from one course to another...

...in the handling of this fascinating medium. Termly enrolment is possible for all courses and applicants must be over seventeen years of...

...at Craft in the Bay. Course Times: 10.30am - 4...

...at Craft in the Bay. Course Times: 10.30am - 4...

...Weaving Workshop for Schools Suitable for Key Stages 2 upwards. An endless assortment of materials can be used in weaving - from man-made materials...

...fit by learning how to alter and grade patterns. For those wanting to concentrate on interiors or accessories you can design and make blinds...