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Learn how to cut and stitch a variety of fun improv quilt blocks in this one day workshop. There will be a further patchwork class on 18th November, a free motion stitching and appliqué class on 25th November and a final workshop on 9th December to learn to put the quilt sandwich together, and bind it.

Learn how to measure, cut and stitch accurate patchwork quilt blocks in this one day workshop. Part of a 4 day quilt course, but suitable as a stand alone class too. This class is a great class to take after the beginners class as the sewing will be mostly straight lines and it will allow you to practice more seams and other skills learned in the beginners class. You will need to know how to handle a sewing machine for this class but it's very much still a class that's achievable for beginners. You will cover design, measuring, cutting, the use of various tools, and stitching.

Make this unusual Ying Yang with an integrated rustic handle. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. Enjoy a day of craft with refreshments provided. Please bring your own lunch.

Join textile artist Tilly Tea Dance for a one day creative workshop. Using a barbed needle to fuse different fibres together you’ll learn how to use needle-felting and hand embroidery to create a stunning and one-off piece of artwork. No experience is necessary as Maxine will guide us all the way so you can take home a piece of work to be proud of. This is always a popular workshop so please book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Learn the Art of Calligraphy with Shropshire Scribes. Beginning with using felt pens to learn the Foundational alphabet, we’ll then move on to dip pens and ink to create your own piece of calligraphy or bookmark. All materials are included for the workshop, and we’ll supply you with a small starter pack to help you in developing your new skill at home.

Create your own enchanted woodland toadstool with expert needle felt artist Gretel Parker. Little hanging toadstools are the perfect Autumn decoration, or get ready for Christmas by making a festive one for your tree. All wools and extra materials are supplied, as are tools for use on the day. Gretel is the author of ‘Little Needle-Felted Animals’ published by Harper Collins and has a forthcoming book coming out later in the year ‘Decorative Needlefelting – 20 Seasonal Projects for the Home’ published by White Owl Publishing.

Come and join us for a day of weaving with willow with Travelling Weaver Sophie. Together we’ll spend the day learning the different techniques and ways of weaving to get the best from this natural material, creating a fat ball feeder to delight the birds in your garden. These feeders are a great way to watch the birds as they find all kinds of ways to enjoy their tasty treat, suitable for small and large birds to feed together, this is a workshop that definitely brings joy to your garden. Suitable for all, no experience necessary.

Ongoing fortnightly machine patchwork quilt course. Learn how to cut, sew, sandwich, quilt and bind to create your own patchwork quilt.