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THE ART OF STICK DRESSING DECOUPAGE
(WHALLEY MONDAY 7-1S p.m.) Basic knowledge of working with wood is an advantage but not essential
as this course is suitable for complete beginners. Instruction in the basic principles of making both useful and decorative walking sticks and shepherd’s crooks. For students with previous experience instructions will be given to obtain a higher standard of finish and hand carving of fancy sticks.
MATERIALS Usual files, rasps, butane type blow lamp. Horn or wood suitable for making stick heads, dried shanks of hazet or simitar wood. Tutor will
advise on purchase of supplies.
CREATIVE SEWING (WHALLEY, MONDAY 1 p.m.
PARISH CHURCH HALL, THURSDAY 1-30 p.m. RIBBLESDALE, THURSDAY 7-15 p.m.) Nov 4th The course is suitable (or the complete beginner and the more advanced
student.
A wide range ol skills will be taught to cover hand and machine work. Each class will include demonstrations ot various techniques and indi vidual teaching.
explain each week what will be required tor future lessons.
MATERIALS Usual sewing equipment, paper and pencil for week 1. The tutor will
CREATIVE SEWING CALICO GARDENS (RIBBLESDALE, THURSDAY 7.15 p.m. for 5 WEEKS BEGINNING 4th NOVEMBER 1993)
The course is suitable tor any level and an embroidered picture should be completed by the end of the course.
MATERIALS Calico labric, embroidery rings, single garden picture, variety ot cream thread beads, ribbon etc. Usual sewing equipment.
SCULPTURING
(MIXED ABILITY) (WHALLEY THURSDAY 1 p.m.)
Figurative wood and stone carving, tutured by the sculptor in resi dence of the Ribble Valley
EMBROIDERY & NEEDLEWORK (WADDINGTON SOCIAL CLUB THURSDAY 2 p.m. This course is suitable for complete beginners and students with some experience.
You will learn different embroidery techniques and have a chance to experiment with design, colour and texture. Students can work on their own projects and get help or explore a ‘new’ area. Individual tuition and class demonstrations.
you already have. Bring the project you want to work on if choosing to 'do your own thing'. The tutor will explain what is needed for succeeding weeks: some basics available from the tutor for class use.
MATERIALS Sewing equipment, paper, pencil, ruler and any embroidery silks etc.
NEEDLECRAFT (LANE ENDS (GRINDLETON), WEDNESDAY 1-30 p.m.
SAWLEY, THURSDAY 10 a.m.) This course is suitable for complete beginners and the more
experienced student.
Various embroidery techniques will be demonstrated and students can work on individual projects.
MATERIALS Please bring usual sewing equipment and embroidery materials.
CREATIVE NEEDLE CRAFTS (BASHALL EAVES HALL TUESDAY 7-30 AND RIMINGTON, WEDNESDAY 1-30 p.m.) lf020No previous knowledge required, but course is also suitable for
experienced students.
The course includes all aspects ot dressmaking, tailoring, pattern cutting and alterations, embroidery, patch work, macrame, knitting, crochet, soft furnishings, lampshade making. Taught by class demonstration and individual tuition.
MATERIALS Usual sowing equipment, pencil and drawing paper. IDEAS! What you need for the whole course depends on what you decide to do as your
project. CRAFT PAINTING
FLOWER ARRANGING We offer a variety of flower arranging classes at the following
venues: (READ C of E SCHOOL, MONDAY 7 p.m. IRIS BALDWIN WADDINGTON METHODIST, TUESDAY 7-30 p.m. ANN MORRIS WHALLEY, THURSDAY 7.15 p.m. ANN KIRKMAN PENDLETON VILLAGE HALL, THURSDAY 7-30 p.m.)
Students will learn the basic skills required to construct a flower arrange
ment taking care over choice of plant material. Various types of arrange ments e.g. table and hanging arrangements will be demonstrated and also the use of dried flowers. Experienced students will be able to improve and expand already acquired skills.
MATERIALS On week 1 students should bring small, round oasis, an oasis dish,
basket or small container, 1 bunch spray carnations or similar flowers and some greenery e.g. conifer, ivy etc. Oasis ribbon and, wire may be purchased Irom the tutor.
FLORAL CRAFT (ST MARYS, LANGHO THURSDAY 7 p.m.)
The course will cover use of various types ot plant material with emphasis on dried and preserved, plus occasional work with trosh and silk flowers. Some craft work will be involved e.g. topiary trees, bows. Students will learn through weekly demonstrations, discussion, observa tion and individual tuition.
MATERIALS Week 1 — basket, dried oasis, suitable size bunch of dried plant
material. Tutor will advise each week on purchase of suitable materials.
(SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, MONDAY 1-30 p.m. AND RIBB LESDALE, MONDAY 7.15 p.m.)
FLORISTRY
Learn the art of wiring flowers to make buttonholes, ladies corsages, bouquets, headdresses and much, much more.
SOFT FURNISHINGS —
FLOWERS AND CHRISTMAS
(WHALLEY, TUESDAY 1 p.m.) No previous knowledge or skill required just to ability to i scissors and a craft knife. Convert flat prints into 3 Dimensional pictures by cutting and glueing.
MACHINE KNITTING —
BEGINNERS (RIBBLESDALE MONDAY 7-15 p.m.)
ENTRY REQUIREMENT Preferably a knitting machine on which to practice techniques but this is also a basic course to find out what the machine can do. Students will learn basics of machine knitting by demonstration, discus sion and experimentation where possible.
MATERIALS None required for actual classes. Knitters may bring their own machines
if they want to but this is not essential.
POTTERY CRAFT (WHALLEY, TUESDAY 1-15 p.m. WHALLEY, TUESDAY 7-15 p.m. WHALLEY,THURSDAY 9-15 a.m. WHALLEY, THURSDAY 7-15 p.m.)
Artistic ability is not essential for learning basic methods but do not mind getting your hands covered with clay — it simply washes away with
water. Beginners will learn preparation of clay and basic techniques lor making
simple or useful shapes. Work may be fired for a reasonable cost. More advanced students will apply their basic knowledge to produce more interesting work by developing torm and decorative techniques.
MATERIALS Reference books, tool and brushes, potters' wheels, kiln and equipment are available for use during classes but the tutor will be pleased to advise for tools etc for use at home.
CRAFTS (CHATBURN C.E. SCHOOL, WEDNESDAY 7.30)
All levels of student will be welcomed and will learn basic and advanced mechanics of the craft using fresh flowers, foliage, silk and dried materials. Towards the end of the course, Christmas arrangements swags, crackers and gifts will be covered.
POTTERY PAINTING (WHALLEY, MONDAY 7-15 p.m.)
The course is suitable for both the beginner and the student with some experience in pottery painting. It is not necessary to have any know ledge of pottery painting but if a student is familiar with painting it will be
helpful. Students will team by ideas, demonstrations and discussions how to use natural forms and abstract designs in pottery painting.
MATERIALS Sable brushes, tile for mixing paint, palette knife, small pots tor oil and
turps. CHINA AND CERAMIC
PAINTING (SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, TUESDAY 1-30 p.m.)
This course is suitable for both the beginner and the student with some experience in pottery painting. It is not necessary to have any know ledge of pottery painting but if a student is familiar with painting it will be
helpful. Student will learn how to paint with onglaze enamels on china and porcelain.
If you already have some materials please bring them. If not the tutor will advise on week 1.
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SHEET PEWTER/COPPERWORK (WHALLEY, TUESDAY 9-30 a.m.)
No previous knowledge required as the skills needed will soon be learnt. This course will teach you how to work sheet pewter/copper into useful craft items.
MATERIALS Most requirements can be obtained from tutor but phone 0254 249147 if new to this work.
PICTURE FRAMING (WHALLEY, WEDNESDAY 7-15 p.m.) No particular skills are required, but a creative and artistic eye with the ability to use a limited number ol hand tools would be an advantage. How to select, cut and assemble frame moulding, measure and cut overlay matters, stretch tapestries, mount prints and photographs and finally how to cut glass and assemble the complete trame. All required skills will be demonstrated by tutor, the student will then be expected to practice and assisted by tutor to complete the task.
MATERIALS Week 1, steel rule, cralt knife with replacement blades, pencil, eraser,
small carton ol wood glue, and a small photo or print to frame (about 10 x 12 max). For the rest ol the course, moulding, card, hardboards, glass and fittings will be required and are available from tutor or may be purchased from local DIY shops prior to class.
WOODCARVING AND HAND
MADE FURNITURE (WHALLEY, TUESDAY 9-30 a.m.) Students will learn how to use and handle carving tools correctly and with salety. sharpen the tools correctly and develop a feeling for the beauty of wood. The course will develop through demonstration and
practice.
MATERIALS A piece ol timber for practice and any wood carving tools you already
have. Tutor will advise on the purchase of tools.
WOODWORK (RIBBLESDALE, THURSDAY 7-15 p.m.) Although most of the course will be of a practical nature, some theory will be taught in a progressive way along with the skills. The student will be given tuition and guidance to construct and finish a project of their own choice.
MATERIALS Ideas of selected project (if any) in sketch form if possible. Pencil and paper.
FURNITURE RESTORATION
CURTAINS AND COVERS (WHALLEY MONDAY 9-30 a.m.)
(SPIRITUALIST CHURCH HALL, TUESDAY 1-30 BARROW C. P. SCHOOL TUESDAY 7 p.m.) Decorative, small painting on paper, silk eggs or wood. CREATIVE PAPER CRAFTS (ST MARYS LANGHO TUESDAY
7 p.m.) This course will cover the making of carols and boxes and various paper crafts including quilling and Decoupage.
Basic sowing skills would be an advantage but are not essential. The course will be conducted in an informal atmosphere. The student will select an individual project e.g. bedroom curtains and will decide on style, learn measuring, calculating and sewing techniques to complete their project.
dents. Lesson 1 will be planning projects and colour schemes. It will also involve a discussion on the safe use of sewing machines and equip ment. The student should bring a notebook and it would be helpful to have the dimensions or measurements of their proposed project.
MATERIALS Information on how and where to obtain materials will be given to stu
AND HAND MADE FURNITURE (WHALLEY, WEDNESDAY 9-30 a.m.) Enough interest in furniture to restore pieces to their former glory and
the patience to do it. Students will learn how to assess what is needed to restore a piece of furniture and how to use the various materials safely and cor-
rectly.These different methods and processes will bo learnt by demon stration and practice.
MATERIALS Week 1 fine wire wool, white spirit or turps, meths and old cloths and piece of furniture to restore. For the course in general it is dependent on the piece the student brings. Materials such as french polish, danish oil, wax polish, raw linseed oil, stains and fillers but not until after assess ments have been made at the first meeting of the class.
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