may/june

printmaking without a press 

cath brooke is currently exhibiting at the bowery from the 17th feb – 3rd June.

explore the techniques of mono print and relief print . you can fetch in your own sketches as a starting point or from resource images provided by the artist.

sat 12/05    10 – 2pm     £40


free hand machine embroidery

you will be taught how to freehand machine embroider and appliqué fabric so that you can personalise any gift.

sat 19/05    10-1pm    £30


screen printing images for textile products

meet the maker

print your own designs to make your textile products truly unique, transform your images into paper stencils and then screen print onto a tote bag.

sat 02/06    10-1pm    £30


stained glass window hangings 

meet the maker

you will learn how to cut and shape the glass and how to prepare it for copper foiling. your finished pieces can be strung on ribbon to create pretty hanging decorations for your home.

sun 10/06    10-2pm  £40 


ceramics – tea cup and saucer

meet the maker

make your own beautiful ceramic teacup and saucer to use for afternoon tea and impress your friends and family.

sat 16/06    10-2pm    £40


cupcake decorating

meet the maker

learn how to make and pipe delicious butter cream, make icing flowers and decorate your cakes with glitzy glam bits. at the end you will have six fantastically decorated cakes in a box to take home.

sat 23/06    10-12pm    £25


clasp purses

you will be shown how to make a pattern so you can transfer these skills to create different sizes of purses and clutches. this will be followed by step by step instructions of how to make.

sat 24/06    10-1pm    £30



july/aug

surface pattern print for fabric

screen print your own fat quarters for patchwork quilting or free hand machine embroidery to make your creations truly unique. you will make paper stencils, prep and ink the screens, then print onto fabric!

sat    07/07    10-1pm    £35


fascinator hats

if you are looking for something a bit special for the races, a wedding or a party then this workshop will teach you how to create a fabulous fascinator.

sat 14/07    10-12pm        £30


retro clutch bags

improve your skills in this practical workshop. youwill make an adorable lined clutch. the best part?

we provide all the supplies including fabric, so you can just show up and start.

sat 21/07    10-1pm        £35


cake pops

cake pops are mini cakes on a stick. each can be decorated differently creating a novelty addition to any celebration.

sat 28/07        10-12pm            £25


decoupage - bangles and brooches

meet the maker

learn how to transform bangles and brooches by carefully selecting papers to emanate a particular style. varnish and paste them onto your object for a shiny, flawless finish.

sat 04/08    10-1pm     £35


made to measure blinds

you will learn how to make a small roman blind so that you can take home this exemplar piece and transfer the skills and knowledge learnt to make the perfect one for your home.

sat 18/08    10-1pm       £35


zipped cushion covers

create gorgeous removable ‘envelope’ cushion covers for your home. step by step instructions of how to make will also be given for you to take home.

sat 25/08    10-1pm       £35

weekend workshops - all materials provided unless stated

one to one tuition -

now available for any of these courses during the day or at weekends

£30 per hour, call for more details

gift vouchers

are available for courses and workshops, please call for more

to book

call 0113 2242284 or call into the coffee shop

sept/oct

cupcake decorating

meet the maker

learn how to make and pipe delicious butter cream, make icing flowers and decorate your cakes with glitzy glam bits. at the end you will have six fantastically decorated cakes in a box to take home.

sat 08/09    10-12pm     £25


vintage charm bracelet

a chance to create exciting bracelets, earrings and necklaces with designer maker heather shaw

combining old with new to create beautiful results, this workshop will allow you to produce

one-o! quirky pieces of jewellery.

sat 15/09    10-12pm     £30


retro lampshades

meet the maker

local designer maker laura slater will show you

how to use your old fabrics to create a one off

lampshade.

sat 22/09    10-1pm       £35


silver earrings

meet the maker

learn the basics in traditional jewellery making techniques and go home with a one of a kind pair of earrings.

06/10     10-2pm    £40


vintage teacup candles

make your own beautiful candle in a vintage china tea cup. all materials provided (including teacups and saucers) or bring a favourite cup. note: the wax will need time to set, therefore please allow 2 hrs drying time or come pick up another day

sat 13/10    10am-12pm    £30


machine patchwork quilting

learn the basics of patchwork and quilting by making up a variety of samples, gaining hints and tips along the way...

sat 20/10    10-2pm     £40