Adult Workshops: Jul-Sep

Friday 10th July - Willow Workshops: Garden Obelisk - with Nina Stockings

Make an impressive 6ft tall garden obelisk from hazel and willow, using different colours and weaves to make your obelisk truly individual. Cake and hot drinks provided.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Friday 10th July 2020
Time: 10.30am to 1.30pm
Cost: £35 per person

For more information or to book a workshop please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com

Saturday 11th July - Colourful Acrylics using patterning and layering techniques - with Teresa Rogers

Use colour and pattern to create a quirky and unique painting discovering a range of techniques that are used in painting with acrylics. You will see examples of this style of painting in The Creatives exhibition at Walford Mill which runs from 1st - 19th July.

Suitable for beginners and improvers

Parking nearby. Light refreshments included.

Date: Saturday 11th July 2020
Venue :Walford Mill Crafts in The Education Room
Time : 1-4pm
Cost : £35 per person. All materials included although you might want to bring your own apron.

To book: Contact Teresa on teresarogers56@me.com or by phone 07920162019

Website: teresarogersart.com. Instagram: teresarogersartist

Friday 17th July - Willow Workshops: Oval shopper with wrapped handle - with Nina Stockings

Make a traditional oval shopping basket, which will stand the test of time. During the course you will use different natural coloured willows and apply several different weaving techniques. Enjoy a day of craft with refreshments provided.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Friday 17th July 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: £75 per person

For more information or to book a workshop please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com

Saturday 18th July - Paint and Make your own Lampshade - with Teresa Rogers

Use a variety of painting and printing methods to produce a beautiful handmade lampshade that will be perfect for your home or to give as a present. You will go home having learned some useful painting techniques and how to make a lampshade.

No previous experience needed

Parking nearby. Light refreshments included.

Date: Saturday 18th July 2020
Venue : Walford Mill Crafts in The Education Room
Time : 1-4pm
Cost : £40per person. All materials included although you might want to bring your own apron.

To book: Contact Teresa on teresarogers56@me.com or by phone 07920162019

Website: teresarogersart.com. Instagram: teresarogersartist

Saturday 25th July - Spoon Carving - Jack Fazey

In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons. You will be taught the safe use of the axe, sloyd knife and crook knife as well as how to select wood for carving and ultimately how to make some wonderful wooden spoons!
Participants can expect to finish the day with a brand new hobby to continue at home as well as a lovely wooden spoon or two.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Saturday 25th July 2020
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: £75

Book Now

https://www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/product-page/spoon-carving-workshop

Children from age 16+ may attend if joined by a participating adult

Sunday 26th July - Spoon Carving - Jack Fazey

In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons. You will be taught the safe use of the axe, sloyd knife and crook knife as well as how to select wood for carving and ultimately how to make some wonderful wooden spoons!
Participants can expect to finish the day with a brand new hobby to continue at home as well as a lovely wooden spoon or two.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Sunday 26th July 2020
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: £75

Book Now

https://www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/product-page/spoon-carving-workshop

Children from age 16+ may attend if joined by a participating adult

Saturday 1st August - Spoon Carving - Jack Fazey

In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons. You will be taught the safe use of the axe, sloyd knife and crook knife as well as how to select wood for carving and ultimately how to make some wonderful wooden spoons!
Participants can expect to finish the day with a brand new hobby to continue at home as well as a lovely wooden spoon or two.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Saturday 1st August 2020
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: £75

Book Now

https://www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/product-page/spoon-carving-workshop

Children from age 16+ may attend if joined by a participating adult

Sunday 2nd August - Spoon Carving - Jack Fazey

In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons. You will be taught the safe use of the axe, sloyd knife and crook knife as well as how to select wood for carving and ultimately how to make some wonderful wooden spoons!
Participants can expect to finish the day with a brand new hobby to continue at home as well as a lovely wooden spoon or two.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: £75

Book Now

https://www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/product-page/spoon-carving-workshop

Children from age 16+ may attend if joined by a participating adult

Saturday 8th August - Introduction to Silver Clay - with Claire Marshall

Come and explore the magical world of Silver Clay.

On this one day introductory course you will learn how to handle, roll, texture, cut, fire and finish your own designs.

By the end of the day you will have two or three pieces of (hallmark quality 999) Silver Jewellery ready to wear on your way home, along with plenty of new skills.

Small class sizes in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

This course is perfect for beginners or those wishing to refresh their skills.

Plenty of tea coffee and delicious biscuits available throughout the day.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Saturday 8th August 2020
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: £70 per person ( including 7g of Silver Clay )

For more information and to book a place on this workshop please contact: claire@northskyjewellery.co.uk

Sat/Sun 15/16 August - Next Level Spoon Carving - Jack Fazey

Designed for those who already have some experience and want to improve their carving skills.

This workshop will focus on adding 'crank', or bends, to spoons. An essential skill to create spoons that function well and look great.
Focus on the way to add crank, as well as improving axe technique, will be the main subject of the day. Also covered will be

- Spoon Design & Ergonomics for function and strength
- Smooth finishing cuts on dry wood
- Tool maintenance & sharpening

Participant numbers are limited to 4 students per course. This is to ensure each student will receive 1 on 1 tuition throughout the day to perfect these new skills.

Two seperate workshops will be running

Venue: Walford Mill

Saturday 15th August - 10:00 - 16:00 (approx)
Sunday 16th August - 10:00 - 16:00 (approx)

Price is £100 per person


All students will also be given some lovely, fresh carving wood to take home at the end of the course to carry on practicing their newly found skills.

BOOK NOW -

https://www.fazeywoodcraft.uk/product-page/the-next-level-carving-workshop

---Please note this workshop is only suitable for those with some prior experience of carving with an axe. If unsure don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your current skill level---

This workshop is for Adults only, children aged 16 or over may attend at my discretion - please contact me prior to booking.

Saturday 22nd August - Drawing and Painting Classes "Inspired by Nature" - with Julie Herring

Get closer to nature, by ‘Drawing from observation’ with tuition and guidance by Artist/Tutor, Julie Herring.

Friendly, adult classes, suitable for beginners and improvers.

Subjects over the various drawing classes with Julie will be Spring flowers, seasonal flora, hedgerows, shells and a selection of items from the tutor’s own natural collection.

Indoor or outdoor sketching. Please bring sketchbooks and pencils and/or watercolours. Other materials provided.

Enjoy the Mill, riverbank and natural surroundings for inspiration.

Venue: Walford Mill
Date: Saturday 22nd August 2020
Time: 10.30am-3.30pm
Cost: £45 per day or 4 days booked and paid in advance for £160

Booking essential. Please call or email Julie for bookings and further information.

Julie Herring, Artist/Tutor
tel: 07720 353454
e: info@earth-art.org.uk www.earth-art.org.uk

Friday 28th August - Willow Workshops: Round basket with stepped border - with Nina Stockings

Make this unusual stepped border basket with a rustic log handle. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. Enjoy a day of craft with refreshments provided.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Friday 28th August 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: £75 per person

For more information or to book a workshop please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com

Saturday 5th September - Harbour Workshop - with Michelle Clements-Davies

A fun day working with driftwood and reclaimed materials to create your very own miniature harbour complete with tiny harbour cottages.

All materials are provided but you are very welcome to bring any special pieces of wood or reclaimed rusty bits to work with.

Step-by-step tuition to guarantee great results, in the very comfortable new education room at Walford Mill.

Refreshments are provided throughout the day, but please provide your own packed lunch or book a table at the wonderful bistro opposite by the river.

The cost for the day is £80, payable when booking.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Saturday 5th September 2020
Time: 11am to 4.30pm
Cost: £80 per person

To book please email, message or telephone, spaces do tend to book up quickly so please book early to avoid disappointment.

email: driftwoodmich@googlemail.com

Michelle (07843) 259594

Saturday 12th September - Willow Workshops: Artistic boat basket - with Nina Stockings

Get creative and make a stunning boat basket which looks equally good filled with fruit, nuts or simply as a standalone sculpture. You will be able to choose your own colour combination from several different natural willows. Enjoy a day of craft with refreshments provided.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Saturday 12th September 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: £75 per person

For more information or to book a workshop please call Nina on 07491 130423 or email: yanina.s.ys@gmail.com

Bring your own day. Places are limited to ensure everyone gets individual attention. Booking is essential.

• Expert advice on hand, any techniques covered
• Bring along any project that needs a kickstart
• Bring along inspiration for new projects that needs a starting point

Date: 19 September 2020
Venue: Walford Mill
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £40 plus any materials used

Tea, coffee and biscuits are available all day. Lunch break is 1pm-2pm, please remember to bring along a packed lunch or book a table at the Millstream Bistro.

Booking: http://www.jengoodwinembroidery.com/learn/

This one-day workshop is perfect for beginners looking to learn a new technique.

You will be taught the principles of designing for print, how to separate your design into two colours, methods for cutting lino, and how to print a two colour reduction print on Robin's 1854 Albion press.

Venue: Walford Mill Crafts
Date: Sunday 20th September 2020
Time: 10.30am to 4pm
Cost: £70 per person

All materials are provided for each class.

Please contact Robin on 07979 812083 or email robin@robinmackenzie.co.uk to book