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From pottery classes for children to glass-blowing lessons for grown-ups, in the Lake District you can really get to grips with a host of crafts. You can learn how to carve wood and engrave stone, work with paper and try your hand at weaving yarn out of wool.
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Whitehaven
An alternative Valentines present, or why not get together with the girls and have Galentine's early.
Instead of receiving the usual bouquet of flowers from your other half, why not ask them to treat you (or treat yourself) to a flower arranging…
Whitehaven
Would you like to try felting for yourself, as well as enjoy a fun day out with something wonderful you've made to take home at the end, then come and join us at The Beacon Portal for a felting workshop. Workshops are suitable for beginners as well…
Ambleside
A hands-on workshop introducing you to the healing art of massage, held at Brathay Hall in Ambleside, with lakeside views of Windermere.
This workshop is perfect if you could do with an effective massage, would like to be able to provide home…
Whitehaven
Have you ever dreamed of trying your hand at Painting with oils but have not known where to start?
How about a Painting with oils workshop with a local based artist.
You will be equipped with the confidence & empowered you to create your own…
Ulverston
Make yourself a beautiful hand sewn patchwork cushion with experienced sewing teacher, Jean Povey.
During this day long course, you'll learn how to use paper templates to cut and sew fabric hexagons into patchwork patterns, tacking the fabric onto…
Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Join popular tutor, Margaret Jarvis for this lovely Monday afternoon Spring art series of Pen & Wash in Nature. This comprises 5 fortnightly Monday afternoon workshops in our new Swallow Barn studio here in Greystoke. This first floor space is 60m2,…
Greystoke, Penrith
Make a professional Hand rolled Drum lampshade from your chosen fabric with Sonja Tileard. You are welcome to bring your own material - or alternatively choose some from Sonja's lovely selection - and learn how the professionals make that perfect…
Greystoke, Penrith
A series of Monday afternoon workshops 1.30pm -4.00pm in Spring, avoiding School Hols and Bank Hols
Join Margaret Jarvis in the first floor Swallow Barn for the next stages of Pen & Wash in Nature
Another of these popular offerings , a short…
Newby Bridge
3 Optional days exploring barriers, enablement and outdoor access for people with a disability.
Aimed at professionals that deliver adventure activities or facilities. This course will build your confidence and competence in working with people…
Stramongate, Kendal
Kay's workshops are not about an end product but about exploring ideas and techniques to help participants develop their own ideas.
Over 4 days Kay will teach you the following skills to create your own beautiful quilt from scratch.
Workshop 1 –…
Greystoke, Penrith
Using colour mixing and watercolours, this day combines the subtle variable nature of the watercolour wash with finer detail picked out in black ink pen.
Staveley, Kendal
Transform and recycle subtle coloured pieces of Sea glass into jewellery that is perfect for summer. On this workshop you will learn to use a range of tools and develop jewellery making skills, working with sterling silver alongside your sea glass,…
Stramongate, Kendal
This workshop is an introduction to needle felting animals. You will learn how to sculpt with the fleece to create the body and limbs of the hare and how to attach them all together. You can create the pose for your characterful Spring hare as you…
Glenridding
A unique opportunity to join local award-winning photographer Stuart McGlennon onboard a private charter. Capture the stunning dawn views through the lens with an expert on hand for advice and tips. Your ticket includes the cruise, a complimentary…
Staveley, Kendal
Join us for a fun and relaxing day learning the art of mosaic. Create a colourful or your own mosaic tray. Learn about different materials and how to use mosaic tools, with lots of tips on design and pattern. Treat yourself to a great day out and…
Greystoke, Penrith
Join Susan Denham-Smith of 'Wild Wool Workshops' in one of the studios for a 'Hands On' day learning the techniques & processes in turning raw fleece into a useable skein of yarn (wool) using traditional Spinning Wheels and Drop Spindles!
This…
Staveley, Kendal
With spring in the air, what a great time to celebrate by creating your own song bird in wool. This workshop is a really good introduction to needle felting. Learn how to sculpt fleece into a body, wings and tail and how to attach them together.…
Greystoke, Penrith
Learn to Draw from Observation ~ a five week Series with local artist, Sarah Alty
Join Sarah in this short series of classes to help you unravel the mysteries of observational drawing to reveal its pleasure and excitement, through structured…
Cartmel Fell, Grange over Sands
This exciting new workshop with Hanne Crank provides a wonderful introduction to sugar work; making beautiful Spring flowers – perfect for a Spring themed cake or homemade wedding cake.
The class is suitable for beginners who have never worked with…
Staveley, Kendal
Develop your jewellery making skills, explore surface pattern and texture and create your own silver jewellery designs. Expect to make a pendants or a pair of earrings. This workshop is perfect for complete beginners or for those with some…
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