Mosaic Beginners
Want to create your own beautiful mosaic artwork? In this 5-week course, you'll learn the essential design skills. This course is perfect for beginners and those with some experience who want to improve their skills. You'll gain hands-on experience, personalised guidance, and the confidence to bring your unique designs to life.
Jewellery - Absolute Beginners
Want to learn a new craft and create beautiful jewellery? This course is perfect for absolute beginners! You'll learn basic jewellery-making techniques using various materials and create your own unique pieces. It's a great way to express your creativity, learn new skills, and make something special. This course is for anyone who wants to explore the world of jewellery making in a fun and supportive environment.
Jewellery - Beginners/Improvers
Want to learn how to create your own unique jewellery? This course is perfect for beginners and improvers alike! You'll learn essential jewellery-making techniques using a variety of materials. Discover how to design and craft beautiful pendants, earrings and rings. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refine your skills, this course will give you the confidence to express your creativity through jewellery.
Jewellery - Improvers / Intermediate
Ready to take your jewellery making to the next level? This course is designed for those with some experience who want to expand their skills and explore new techniques. You'll learn to work with silver, set stones, carve wax models, and create your own unique designs. Perfect for improvers looking to refine their craft and create stunning pieces.
Jewellery Advanced Practice
Ready to take your jewellery making skills to the next level? This course is designed for those with some experience who want to refine their techniques and explore more complex designs. You'll learn to work with a wider range of metals, master advanced techniques like stone setting and wax carving, and add stunning colour to your pieces. If you're looking to create truly unique and professional-quality jewellery, this course is for you.
Machine and Hand Embroidery for Art, Fashion and Interiors
Want to master the art of embroidery? Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course is for you. Learn both traditional and contemporary techniques to create stunning decorative pieces. You'll gain the confidence to design and execute your own embroidery projects for art, fashion, and interiors.
Sewing Classes
This Course is a series of 3 hour lessons for beginners. You will be shown how to thread up and use the sewing machine and join in the group projects in each course.
There are 2 different 5 or 6 week courses available each term, and they change every term so that you can cover a wide variety of projects throughout the year:
Autumn Term:
Part 1 - making a cushion cover and a large tote bag - 5 weeks
Part 2 - making an A line skirt- 6 weeks
Spring Term:
Part 3 - making a pair of elasticated/ drawstring trousers or shorts - 5 weeks
Part 4 - making a top - 6 weeks
Summer Term:
Part 5 - making a simple dress - 5 weeks
Part 6 - revisiting any previous projects or working on your own chosen project - 6 weeks
You do not need to take all of the courses but taking a selection would help you to easily progress before moving on to an intermediate course. You will learn in an adult-only environment from expert teachers with relevant industry experience.If you would like to enrol on an eligible course as a Carer then please visit reception at either Parkshot or Hillcroft where one of our staff will be able to assist you. If you would like to enrol on an eligible course as a Carer then please visit reception at either Parkshot or Hillcroft where one of our staff will be able to assist you.
Contemporary Fashion Jewellery
This course will teach a range of new jewellery making skills. Make objects such as pendants with various materials and learn bead working techniques.
Introduction to Sewing & Clothesmaking
Learn the essentials of machine sewing in this beginner-friendly course. You’ll gain
confidence threading a machine, winding a bobbin, and troubleshooting common stitch
errors while practicing key techniques producing straight seams, zig-zag finishes, and
zipper insertion. Alongside developing practical sewing skills, you’ll get familiar with
essential pattern terminology and fabric choices, learning how to read symbols on
commercial patterns and select suitable materials per project. By the end of the course,
you’ll complete 1-2 simple sewing projects - such as a tote bag, cushion cover, ½ scale
skirt or zipper bag - leaving with a strong foundation of skills to continue on your sewing
journey.
Jewellery Workshop - Intermediate
This intermediate level course will enable you to further develop your jewellery design and making skills in a workshop environment.
