Regular Workshops 2018 8 Friday Street, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5UA

Telephone: 01643 818 070Website: www.thatlittlecraftshop.co.uk

Email: info@thatlittlecraftshop.co.uk

CLASS: Crochet WorkshopDate: Every Tuesday or Friday 10-12am - ONGOINGTutor: Sam HewlettCost: £5 per sessionDetails: Learn to crochet in these informal and fun groups. Whether you’re an absolute beginner, someone wishing to improve their existing skills or you’d just like to crochet in a social group come along and join in! Whatever project you have in mind from a simple granny square to a blanket, mittens to teddies or clothing – we can help you through the process. We have a selection of patterns to choose from along with wool and hooks available to purchase.

CLASS: Art WorkshopDates: Term 2: Tuesday 27th Feb to 3rd April 6-8pm

Wed 28th Feb to 4th April 10-12am OR 1:30-3:30 Term 3: Tuesday 17th April – 22nd May 6-8pm

Wed 18th April to 23rd May 10-12am OR 1:30-3:30Tutor: Laurence BrownCost: £60 per term

Details: Expand your skills and experiment with a variety mediums in these informative and relaxed sessions. Work on a project of your choice or follow one of Laurence’s project pieces to create your own work of art. With Laurence’s guidance and tuition, improve your painting techniques, get to grips with perspective or learn about light and shadow. Whatever you need help with, these classes will build your confidence with painting and

drawing. N.B. Please bring your products & equipment with you each week but some will be available when needed.

CLASS: Atmospheric Water ColourDate: Friday 9th March 1-3pm & 3.30-5.30pm

Friday 20th April 1-3pm & 3.30-5.30pmFriday 25th May 1-3pm & 3.30-5.30pm

Tutor: Chris HoweCost: £15Details: Learn to use wet-in-wet techniques to create landscapes, abstracts, flowers and seascapes. This will be a step-by-step led session to achieve a specific project by the end of the lesson! No experience is necessary and all products/equipment will be supplied so this is a great opportunity to try your hand at water colour painting.

CLASS: Paper Crafting & cardsDate: Monday 9th April 10am-1pm=

Embellished Floral cardsMonday 14th May 10am-1pm=

Project Stamp!Tutor: Sam BakerCost: £10 Details: Expert crafter Sam Baker will guide you through the more technical side of creating stunning cards. With a lovely project planned for each session you will achieve a great piece by the end of each session. Get that perfect finish with her hints, tips & skill sheets.

CLASS: CHARITY KNIT & CROCHET PROJECTSDate: Tuesdays 2pm-4pmHost: Dee Semmons

Cost: FREEDetails: Join in with our designated charity projects. From premature baby hats, dementia twiddle muffs to dogs blankets! Wool supplied and gladly received.

Booking Information: All classes include the materials, products & equipment for the designated project being taught

unless specified. If a class lasts all day then a delicious lunch is always included within the price at a local café.

Please inform us on your booking sheet if you have any special dietary requirements. All classes have refreshments included.

Any new student is required to complete a registration, this allows us to retain your contact information regarding the class in case of emergency.

Bookings must include a 50% non-refundable deposit and we ask that the full balance must be paid at least a week prior to the scheduled class. We can take payments by card over the phone or in the shop via cash or card – we do not take cheques.

Refunds will only be given at our discretion according to circumstances and only when we are suitably informed prior to the class. If we are successful in filling your place following a cancellation then a full refund will be issued.

If a class is fully booked we will take reserve bookings which will be treated in a “first come, first served” basis.

We are able to run private classes in a variety of crafts – great for birthdays, hen parties, work events or just for a group of friends to catch up! Please feel free to contact us to discuss your requirements and we will endeavour to help.

Please not that we only have limited space so classes sometime fill up quickly! Where we display the “Full House” sign next to a workshop it means we are fully booked, however, you are welcome to sign up as a reserve or express an interest for priority booking on the next similar class.

March Workshops 2018 CLASS: The art of InkDate: Friday 2nd March 1-3pm AND/OR 6-8pmTutor: Jessamy K from Jinks ArtCost: £15 per sessionDetails: Try your hand at drawing with a dip pen and inks. Learn how to use washes to create depth and shadows to your work. Experiment with ink and water to allow natural effects that will add interest and unpredictability in your picture. Check out Jessamy’s work at “jinks art” on Facebook.

CLASS: Stained glass mirrors - see additional class further on!Date: Saturday 3rd March 10am-4pmTutor: Lani Shepherd from “glorious glass”Cost: £40 per sessionDetails: Learn to use hot solder to bind together pieces of coloured glass whilst creating a unique mirror frame. Your finished piece will be approximately A4 in size and is bound to become a feature in any home. Step-by-step instruction will be given but due to hot equipment, this class is not suitable for anyone under the age of 14.

CLASS: Crochet/knit charity blankets for dogs Date: Every Tuesday through March 2-4pmTutor: Dee SemmensCost: FREE Details: Join Dee on her next charitable event creating fun and colourful blankets for rescue dogs using wool donations and left-overs. Bring along your hooks or needles and we’ll supply the wool. Enjoy a chat, a cuppa and do something kind at the same time!

CLASS: GWS Paint like a Pro Term 2Date: Fridays 6-8pm Tutor: Stuart ThomasCost: £50 for the courseDetails: Follow Stuart’s expert tuition to really up-your-game when painting the detailed miniatures from Games Workshop (Warhammer & 40k). Different painting techniques will be covered from washes, metal work, wood effect, texture, shadow, etc. These have proven to be very popular and informative – a must for anyone who enjoys Warhammer or 40k!

CLASS: Bead WeavingDate: Saturday 10th 10am-12

Saturday 24th 10am-12Tutor: Jane SeftonCost: £7 per sessionDetails: Learn about the beautiful craft of bead weaving to create unique pieces of jewellery for yourself or as a gift. Choose from different designs, bead shapes & colour to compliment any outfit or taste. Products and equipment are not supplied within the cost, however, it’s all available to purchase at competitive prices on the day.

CLASS: Glass Mosaic TilesDate: Saturday 10th March 1-4pm Tutor: Pamela SalmonCost: £20Details: Choose your colours and design before embarking on this creative journey to produce a stunning glass mosaic tile suitable for indoors or out in the garden. Pamela will guide you step-by-step to achieve a lovely piece to be proud of.

CLASS: Mosaic mirrorsDate: Monday 12th March 10am-4pmTutor: Pamela Salmon from Quantock MosaicsCost: £40Details: Using a circular design produce a colour mosaic frame for a mirror. Learn how to plan, stick, grout and finish off your project. This will be a fun and busy day with a great piece to take home. Check out Pamela’s work at “Quantock mosaics” on Facebook.

CLASS: Highland Cows Powertex projectDate: Friday 16th & 23rd 1-4pm Tutor: Clare RichardsCost: £40 for both sessionsDetails: Session 1: Create an armature using wire, tape, polystyrene and string, adding horns and facial details using the Powertex Stone-Art clay. Session 2: drape with Powertex covered fabric, dry and paint to finish your project. This will be a busy and fun class resulting in a truly unique herd of cattle!

CLASS: A day of Pastel artDate: Saturday 17th 10am-4pmTutor: Laurence Brown Cost: £40Details: Study the techniques used to achieve wonderful results using pastels. Spend the morning practicing a variety of skills needed to create shape, shadow, texture and depth following Laurence’s instructions. After a delicious lunch, enjoy spending the afternoon producing your own work of art using the methods that have been covered in the morning.

ADDITIONAL CLASS: Stained glass mirrorsDate: Monday 19th March 10am-4pmTutor: Lani Shepherd from “glorious glass”Cost: £40 per sessionDetails: Learn to use hot solder to bind together pieces of coloured glass whilst creating a unique mirror frame. Your finished piece will be approximately A4 in size and is bound to become a feature in any home. Step-by-step instruction will be given but due to hot equipment, this class is not suitable for anyone under the age of 14.

CLASS: Encaustic ArtDate: Saturday 24th March 2-4pm Tutor: Lorraine DaviesCost: £10Details: Try your hand at this truly unique form of art. Using an iron, coloured waxes and special paper create landscapes and scenes that have a glossy, rich finish to them. Lorraine will guide you through the simple steps of applying the wax and how to manipulate it into place producing a different design every time.

CLASS: Needle felted 3d EggsDate: Monday 26th 10am-2pm Tutor: Lorraine TilsleyCost: £20Details: Whether you are new to needle felting or already have some experience, this will prove to be a fun and informative day. Create the egg shape base using core wool and then get as funky as you like when deciding on the colour, pattern and texture to finish your very own Easter egg design!

CLASS: Junior Powertex BirdsDate: Tuesday March 27th 1-4pmTutor: Clare RichardsCost: £20Details: Starting with basic materials, create a fat little bird using a polystyrene base on which to drape your fabric. Using Powertex to stiffen your fabric build up layers of texture and then you will be taught dry-brushing techniques to bring your bird to life. Be prepared for a messy and afternoon!

CLASS: Beginners wire wrapped bangleDate: Saturday 31st March 1-3pmTutor: Debbie Brannen from Exmoor artsCost: £17Details: Create a beautiful silver bangle with an Abalone stone using basic wire wrapping techniques following Debbie’s step-by-step instruction. This is a perfect introduction to wire wrapping techniques and a lovely afternoon of learning. A great gift or treat for yourself!

April’s Workshops 2018CLASS: Warhammer Junior Paint SessionDate: Tuesday 3rd April 1:30-4pmTutor: Stuart ThomasCost: £12 Details: Aimed at youngsters approx. aged 8 to 14 this will be a great session for improving on their painting skills. Creating a new model with Stuart step-by-step you will learn painting techniques such as washes, dry brushing and metal effects.

CLASS: Clay Sculpted Fairy HousesDate: Friday 6th April 12:30-4:30pmTutor: Corina PantosCost: £20Details: Using air-dry clay, create a quaint, ornamental fairy house with detailed roofing, windows, doors and embellishments. Such a unique piece would make a wonderful gift or something to treasure in your own home. This promises to be a creative and fun class suitable for beginners.

CLASS: Sugar Craft Lilly of the ValleyDate: Saturday 7th April 10am-4pmTutor: Rachel SagrottCost: £50

Details: With expert help from Rachel create traditional sprig of Lilly of the Valley which will look stunning on any cake! Rachel will guide you through every step so that you can truly achieve the unique shape and clean colours associated with these little flowers. All you need to bring is some oasis for transport.

CLASS: Acrylic Painted Lavender on Terracotta PotsDate: Friday 13th April 1-3pmTutor: Chrissie WatsonCost: £15Details: Using Acrylic paints learn stippling, shading and stroke work techniques to create a beautifully painted terracotta plant pot. Chrissie’s classes always have a lovely, relaxed atmosphere giving you a little arty escape for the afternoon! Suitable for beginners or those looking to improve their skills.

CLASS: Games Workshop Painting DayDate: Saturday April 14th 10am-4pmTutor: Stuart ThomasCost: £40Details: Follow Stuart’s expert tuition to really up-your-game when painting the detailed miniatures from Games Workshop (Warhammer & 40k). Different painting techniques will be covered from washes, metal work, wood effect, texture, shadow, etc. These have proven to be very popular and informative – a must for anyone who enjoys Warhammer or 40k! Several different models (TBC) will be achieved within the workshop for you to take away. Lunch included.

CLASS: Powertex Fairies and SculpturesDate: Saturday 21st April 10am – 4pmTutor: Clare RichardsCost: £40Details: Starting with basic materials, create a armature and wings to act as a base on which to drape your fabric. Using Powertex to stiffen your fabric build up layers of texture and secure a plaster head. After lunch you will be taught dry-brushing techniques to bring your sculpture to life. Be prepared for a messy and fun day!

CLASS: Powertex ProjectsDate: Monday 23rd April 10am – 4pmTutor: Clare RichardsCost: £40Details: This day is for those who have already been on a Powertex course and would like to work on their own project with the support, encouragement and equipment provided within a group. Some basic products will be supplied but anything specific to your chosen project will need to be brought along or discussed in advance with Clare.

CLASS: Beginners wire wrapped sea-glass pendantDate: Friday 27th April 1-3pmTutor: Debbie Brannen from Exmoor artsCost: £17Details: Create a beautiful silver pendant with your chosen piece of sea-glass using basic wire wrapping techniques following Debbie’s step-by-step instruction. A great gift or treat for yourself!

CLASS: Lino Printing Date: Saturday 28th April 10am-4pmTutor: Michelle JamesCost: £40Details: Enjoy planning, designing and producing your own lino print. Michelle will give advice and instruction at every stage to help you achieve a great design. Spend the afternoon experimenting with your prints, colours and background papers.

CLASS: Start a cross stitch samplerDate: Monday 30th April 9am-1pmTutor: Julie CaiseyCost: £10 (proceeds go to local charity)Details: Learn how to create a cross stitch sampler using the basic stitches. You will receive a personalized chart to follow, a needle, aida fabric and some threads to get started. Learn this relaxing and rewarding craft some scratch whilst supporting local charity.

Mays workshops 2018CLASS: Introduction to crochetDate: Saturday 5th May 1:30-4pmTutor: Sam HewlettCost: £15Details: Get started with crochet in this absolute beginners class. Create a simple project using the hook and yarn provided. Use Sam’s step-by-step instructions and ask questions as you go along. Lot’s of tea and biscuits will be available.

CLASS: Mosaic Gazing BallDate: Saturday 12th May 10am-4pmTutor: Pamela Salmon from Quantock MosaicsCost: £40Details: Using a polystyrene base create a beautiful gazing ball suitable for indoors or out. Learn how to plan, stick, grout and finish off your project. This will be a fun and busy day with a great piece to take home. Check out Pamela’s work at “Quantock mosaics” on Facebook.

CLASS: Advanced wire wrapped sea-glass pendantDate: Friday 18th May 1-3pmTutor: Debbie Brannen from Exmoor artsCost: £17Details: Create a beautiful silver pendant with your chosen piece of sea-glass using advanced wire wrapping techniques following Debbie’s step-by-step instruction. A great gift or treat for yourself! This class is suitable for people with some skills already within jewellery making/wire wrapping techniques.hdsiosh

CLASS: The art of InkDate: Saturday 19th May 2-4pmTutor: Jessamy K from Jinks ArtCost: £15 per sessionDetails: Try your hand at drawing with a dip pen and inks. Learn how to use washes to create depth and shadows to your work. Experiment with ink and water to allow natural effects that will add interest and unpredictability in your picture. Check out Jessamy’s work at “jinks art” on Facebook.

CLASS: Powertex Journal CoversDate: Monday 21st May 10am-1pm OR 2-5pmTutor: Clare RichardsCost: £25Details: Starting with basic materials, create a 2d journal over using plaster trinkets, wooden embellishments and fabric. Using Powertex to stiffen your fabric build up layers of texture and create a unique finish. After drying your project you will be taught dry-brushing techniques to bring your design to life. Be prepared for a messy and fun session!

CLASS: Stained glass mirrors Date: Saturday 26th May 10am-4pmTutor: Lani Shepherd from “glorious glass”Cost: £40 per sessionDetails: Learn to use hot solder to bind together pieces of coloured glass whilst creating a unique mirror frame. Your finished piece will be approximately A4 in size and is bound to become a feature in any home. Step-by-step instruction will be given but due to hot equipment, this class is not suitable for anyone under the age of 14.

CLASS: Warhammer Junior Paint SessionDate: Tuesday 29th May 1:30-3.30pmTutor: Stuart ThomasCost: £12

Details: Aimed at youngsters approx. aged 8 to 14 this will be a great session for improving on their painting skills. Creating a new model (TBC) with Stuart step-by-step you will learn painting techniques such as washes, dry brushing and metal effects.