Courses & Hobbies
If you’re looking to indulge a hobby or learn a new skill, we have the courses for you. 1. GDH Leather Courses
Join us for a wonderful weekend of leather craft! Enjoy learning this traditional skill in a small group setting and leave with a beautiful, handmade, leather handbag. You can expect a warm welcome and professional tuition in our fully equipped workshop in West Wales. All abilities welcome. See the full range of courses on our website. 01437 563 110 • gdhleathercourses.co.uk 4. Archipelago Folkschool
A social enterprise that connects people with craft, Archipelago Folkschool offers a range of courses and workshops in some of Scotland’s most beautiful places. These include residential courses in boatbuilding, blacksmithing, wood carving and more, in locations including Argyll, Mull and Iona. A truly magical experience suitable for all abilities and ages. archipelagofolkschool.org 2. Li!le Treasures Vintage
Little Treasures in Hastings' historic Old Town run monthly courses teaching Annie Sloan paint techniques. It’s a fantastic way to spend a morning with the focus on upcycling furniture. Angela will teach different skills for you to try and will inspire confidence for you to go home and get creative using the Annie Sloan products. 01424 200 511 • 73 High St, Hastings, TN34 3EL 5. Whitson’s
Whitson’s offers decoration classes taught by working professionals. Do you dream of leaving your corporate job to paint furniture and create glorious wall finishes? Are you ready to upgrade your shabby chic pieces to pure chic splendour? Classes include professional furniture painting, bespoke wall finishes, marbling and graining, and polished plaster. 01738 587 600 • caitwhitson.com 3. New Brewery Arts
A warm welcome from New Brewery Arts, a charity supporting craft in Cirencester in the Cotswolds. New Brewery Arts run a huge variety of long and short courses covering textiles, embroidery, ceramics, calligraphy, print, oil painting, watercolour, drawing, jewellery, sculpture, bookbinding and many more. Accommodation available onsite. 01285 657 181 • newbreweryarts.org.uk 6. Gow Antiques & Restoration Antique Furniture Courses. 3 day antique furniture recognition course 9 to 11 September. You will learn about different furniture styles, dating furniture, understand different woods, recognise adapted furniture. 5 day practical course 18 to 22 November. This gives you a chance to try your hand and appreciate the satisfaction of bringing something back to life. 01307 465 342 • gowantiques.com