Courses at Craft
Kitchen.
Stamping and
Embossing
There are
literally tens of thousands of rubber stamps on the market at the moment
and these workshops will help fire your imagination with innovative ideas
of how to use them with a range of wonderful colours. Embossing powders
add that extra pizzazz.
Punch Art
A selection of
punches, a variety of papers and you will enjoy easy, creative fun with
surprisingly effective and eye catching results.
Card Making
Select beautiful
materials, combine them together using a variety of techniques such as
Lacé, and additions such as eyelets or pressed flowers and make something
really special. Endless possibilities.
Glass Painting
Learn the basics
of outlining, the use of water-based or solvent-based paints; copy a
design or use your own masterpiece; paint on acetate, plastic or glass;
whatever you do you will be amazed at the richness and depth of colour it
is possible to achieve.
Silk Painting
A fascinating and
addictive craft in which we create something special and unique without
the need to know how to draw or paint. Learn all the techniques of using
outliners and resists and painting on wet or dry silk, and the effect of
using salt.
Soap Making
Use best quality
ingredients to make professional looking soap of different shapes,
colours, fragrances and using different methods. They make wonderful
presents too!
Candle Making
The warm flicker
of a candle can change the atmosphere of a room in an instant. Make your
own to suit any occasion from a variety of waxes and gels.
Mosaics
Enjoy some simple
projects using wood, ceramics, glass and paper that are sure to whet your
appetite for this absorbing and satisfying skill.
Paper Making
The satisfying
craft of making beautiful handmade papers in different colours and using
shaped deckles - try embedding things such as leaves and petals before you
use it in a myriad of your own projects from cards to handmade miniature
books.
China Painting
Precise and
absorbing, white, glazed china and porcelain is painted. Learn the
techniques of painting Old Nyon bluets and garlands or Meisen bouquets and
animals before firing your painted piece. Gilding adds a final touch
before firing again. The result is a work of art.
Felt Making
Learn this
traditional craft and how to make and use your own pattern. Use the felt
you have made into objects such as wall hangings, placemats, tea cosies,
hats, scarves, bag and cushion covers. Very satisfying and enjoyable.
Fabric Painting
Paint colourful
wall hangings, cushion covers, throws and lots more using different
techniques of brushwork, outlines, printmaking, resist, textures etc. What
could be more fun!
Lantern Making
Make a willow
frame and cover it with tissue paper, mulberry paper or the handmade paper
you have made in that workshop! The skills learned can also be used to
make lampshades or freestanding lamps.
Aromatherapy
Pamper yourself
by making your own luxurious lotions, creams and lip-balms in this
practical and beneficial workshop.
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