Walford Mill Crafts, Knobcrook Road, off Stone Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1NL01202 841400 info@walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
List of classes for the full year
Please Note: Booking is essential for all workshops and is done direct with the tutor.
Pre-booked Lunches: Our onsite cafe Happyccino offers a pre-booked lunch menu for workshop attendees, specifically designed so that it will be ready for you at a set break time. If you are interested in taking up this offer please contact your tutor to see whether they are participating in the scheme and for a copy of the menu. Please note that all bookings must be made through your tutor and will require several days advance notice.
Sat 15th Jan - Bark Containers - Jack Fazey Bark containers are one of, if not the oldest way to contain foodstuffs, liquids & other goods. In this workshop we will be using methods and materials that span back thousands of years into pre-history to create a beautiful, strong & sustainable container from Birch Bark. This style of container is possibly my favourite. No glue, no nails, no modern materials. An A history of the use of bark, roots & wood, plus examples of harvesting, storing and working with these materials will lead us up to the main task of the day, creating your very own natural tupperware. 10am - 4pm All tools & wood provided Booking and more info at - www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/workshops |
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Sat 29th Jan - Living Willow Garden Sculpture - Nina Stockings Make an amazing 5ft tall living willow sculpture for your garden, which will last for years and provide new deep red willow withies for you to cut and weave with each year. You will learn some basic weaving techniques and learn about how the willow is grown and processed. Plant pot and compost supplied. Refreshments are included. Times: 9.30am – 12.30pm & 1pm-4.30pm Date: 29/1/22 and 5/2/22 Cost £55 To book: https://cademy.co.uk/green-spiral-willow For more information please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com |
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Fri 4th Feb - Expressive Watercolour Workshop - Loose Botanicals with Tina Peacock Unleash your creativity in this expressive watercolour workshop where you will paint a loose, botanical composition using a variety of watercolour techniques, tools and mediums. We will study how to use watercolours, colour theory, composition, mark making & brush strokes to develop the subject of florals & leaves, completing a watercolour illustration with splashes, gouache and inks. Suitable for beginners & improvers. Materials included, bring your own if preferred. Parking nearby. Happyccino nearby for cake & coffee. Venue: Walford Mill Crafts To book: https://tinapeacockart.bigcartel.com/product/expressive-watercolour-workshop You can also contact Tina by email tinapeacockart@outlook.com or via her website www.tinapeacockart.co.uk |
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Sun 13th Feb - Bark Containers - Jack Fazey Bark containers are one of, if not the oldest way to contain foodstuffs, liquids & other goods. In this workshop we will be using methods and materials that span back thousands of years into pre-history to create a beautiful, strong & sustainable container from Birch Bark. This style of container is possibly my favourite. No glue, no nails, no modern materials. An A history of the use of bark, roots & wood, plus examples of harvesting, storing and working with these materials will lead us up to the main task of the day, creating your very own natural tupperware. 10am - 4pm All tools & wood provided Booking and more info at - www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/workshops |
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Sun 20th Feb - Introduction to Reduction Lino Cutting - Robin Mackenzie This one-day workshop is perfect for beginners looking to learn a new technique. Venue: Walford Mill Please contact Robin on 07979 812083 or email robin@robinmackenzie.co.uk to book |
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Sat 26th Feb - Sea Glass and silver Clay Pendants - Grainne Reynolds See: https://www.timestotreasure.co.uk/classes grainne@timestotreasure.co.uk |
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Sat 5th Mar - Drawing from Nature - Julie Herring Get closer to nature, by ‘Drawing from observation’ with tuition and guidance by Artist/Tutor, Julie Herring. Julie Herring, Artist/Tutor |
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Sun 6th Mar - Lampshade Making Workshop - Suzi Gallagher With detailed guidance from Suzi, spend a lovely afternoon creating your own drum lampshade for a lamp or ceiling pendant to display in your home. Just bring half a metre of cotton fabric and a pair of scissors - all other materials will be provided. No previous experience or sewing required! This will be you unique shade to contrast or compliment your decor. Please call or email Suzi for bookings and further information. tel: 07843 492993 (you'll need to leave a message) or visit Oh So Suzi on Facebook and Instagram |
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Fri 11th Mar - Drawing Class - Victoria Manser Subject - Marsh Fritillary Butterfly. Ideal for those new to coloured pencil to discover more about the medium and create a beautiful spring butterfly. £75 per person Contact: Victoria Manser Art |
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Sat 12th Mar - Willow Bird Feeders - Nina Stockings Make three attractive willow bird feeders. One to fill with fat balls, one for seeds and a hanging bird table. These make great additions to your garden or thoughtful handmade gifts. You will learn how the willow is cut and processed and learn
Date 12/3/22 and 12/11/22 Cost £65.00 To book: https://cademy.co.uk/green-spiral-willow For more information please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com |
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Sun 13th Mar - Living Willow Garden Sculpture - Nina Stockings Make an amazing 5ft tall living willow sculpture for your garden, which will last for years and provide new deep red willow withies for you to cut and weave with each year. You will learn some basic weaving techniques and learn about how the willow is grown and processed. Plant pot and compost supplied. Refreshments are included. Times: 10.30am – 1.30pm Date: 13/03/22 Cost £55 To book: https://cademy.co.uk/green-spiral-willow For more information please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com |
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Sat 19th Mar - Stacking Rings Workshop - Natalie Chan In this full day course, held at the stunning Walford Mill in Wimborne Dorset, you will start at the very beginning with a brief introduction to the essential tools used by Silversmiths and jewellers around the world. The ‘Introduction to stacking rings’ course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn the basic silversmithing techniques. You will then go on to make 3 stacking rings (1 copper and 2 sterling silver) to either gift or wear with pride at the end of the day. |
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Sun 20th Mar - Introduction to Wood Engraving - Robin Mackenzie This one-day workshop is perfect for beginners looking to learn a new technique. Venue: Walford Mill Please contact Robin on 07979 812083 or email robin@robinmackenzie.co.uk to book |
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Fri 25th Mar - Fused Glass Workshops - Linda Rowe Are you interested in learning a new craft or would you just like to explore your creativity. Come and join this small friendly class where you will design & create your own piece of Glass Art. Suitable for beginners and those who have worked with glass before. No experience necessary. |
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