STITCH’N TIME
Venue: The Roebuck pub, London Rd, Marlborough
Day and time: Thursday evenings 7.00-9.00pm
This is a relatively new group which was formed subsequent to the break-up of the Marlborough Sewing Bees. It was set up as a social ‘stitching’ evening for anyone wanting to stitch, knit, crochet, needle-felt or craft in general in an informal and friendly atmosphere. A table in the snug is reserved by the landlord, who is very supportive and the only stipulation that he makes is that each member of the group buys a cup of coffee, or something stronger if they wish! Anyone welcome. Just turn up or contact Claire Allott on 01672 515545
Venue: The Roebuck pub, London Rd, Marlborough
Day and time: Thursday evenings 7.00-9.00pm
This is a relatively new group which was formed subsequent to the break-up of the Marlborough Sewing Bees. It was set up as a social ‘stitching’ evening for anyone wanting to stitch, knit, crochet, needle-felt or craft in general in an informal and friendly atmosphere. A table in the snug is reserved by the landlord, who is very supportive and the only stipulation that he makes is that each member of the group buys a cup of coffee, or something stronger if they wish! Anyone welcome. Just turn up or contact Claire Allott on 01672 515545
Courses
ARDINGTON SCHOOL OF CRAFTS
A beautiful old Victorian school building overlooking rolling downs and grazing farmland has been adapted to provide spacious workshops for the provision of traditional and contemporary craft courses on a wide variety of themes. Not on a par with Urchfont as C&G courses are not on offer. However, if you would like a short course to learn a new skill, this might just be what you are looking for. Furthermore Wantage is near enough to make travelling a relatively easy option. If you do try out one of their courses please write in and tell us how you got on. The programme for 2016 can be found on their website: www.ardingtonschoolofcrafts.com or on tel: 01235 833433
A beautiful old Victorian school building overlooking rolling downs and grazing farmland has been adapted to provide spacious workshops for the provision of traditional and contemporary craft courses on a wide variety of themes. Not on a par with Urchfont as C&G courses are not on offer. However, if you would like a short course to learn a new skill, this might just be what you are looking for. Furthermore Wantage is near enough to make travelling a relatively easy option. If you do try out one of their courses please write in and tell us how you got on. The programme for 2016 can be found on their website: www.ardingtonschoolofcrafts.com or on tel: 01235 833433
TEXTILE HOLIDAYS
CRAFTY RETREATS
Looking for a textile based Holiday? These courses in the stunning Ambazac Mountains in rural France may be the perfect solution. They are fully inclusive, with excellent studio facilities and experienced published tutors such as Gillian Travis, Sheena Norquay, Val Hughes Rosie James and many more! Details can be found on: www.craftyretreats.com or on tel: 01566 776932
Make it in Wales 2016 Workshops
Residential and day workshops with some amazing designer-makers from Wales and further afield. Felting, weaving, indigo dyeing, quilting, contemporary upcycling and silk screen printing are just a few of the courses on offer. Full details can be found on: www.makeitinwales.co.uk [email protected] T: 01239562007
Quilt Sandwich Bridlington
For tutored workshops, untutored retreats to chill and be creative or to finish off those UFOs including refresments and lunch. Accommodation separately arranged at the Royal Bridlington Hotel.
www.quiltsandwich.co.uk/#!workshops/c24c2 T:01262 672433
CRAFTY RETREATS
Looking for a textile based Holiday? These courses in the stunning Ambazac Mountains in rural France may be the perfect solution. They are fully inclusive, with excellent studio facilities and experienced published tutors such as Gillian Travis, Sheena Norquay, Val Hughes Rosie James and many more! Details can be found on: www.craftyretreats.com or on tel: 01566 776932
Make it in Wales 2016 Workshops
Residential and day workshops with some amazing designer-makers from Wales and further afield. Felting, weaving, indigo dyeing, quilting, contemporary upcycling and silk screen printing are just a few of the courses on offer. Full details can be found on: www.makeitinwales.co.uk [email protected] T: 01239562007
Quilt Sandwich Bridlington
For tutored workshops, untutored retreats to chill and be creative or to finish off those UFOs including refresments and lunch. Accommodation separately arranged at the Royal Bridlington Hotel.
www.quiltsandwich.co.uk/#!workshops/c24c2 T:01262 672433
DAY COURSES and STUDY DAYS - ROYAL SCHOOL OF NEEDLEWORK:
A variety of courses take place throughout the year at Hampton Court, Bristol, Exeter & Rugby. See their website for dates, locations and topics: www.royal-needlework.org.uk/courses. Most of the classes are suitable for all abilities as the design is adapted to meet the individual’s level of experience. For more information go to www.royal-needlework.org.uk the RSN website or contact Noleen Wyatt-Jones on 020 3166 6938.
A variety of courses take place throughout the year at Hampton Court, Bristol, Exeter & Rugby. See their website for dates, locations and topics: www.royal-needlework.org.uk/courses. Most of the classes are suitable for all abilities as the design is adapted to meet the individual’s level of experience. For more information go to www.royal-needlework.org.uk the RSN website or contact Noleen Wyatt-Jones on 020 3166 6938.
ON LINE DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES
The courses are offered by the Embroiderers’ Guild and have been designed to establish and develop one’s own personal style of work. They have been written by Embroiderers' Guild Tutors and are available in four stages. The courses have been previously offered as a route to a City & Guilds certificate but have now been improved to the Guild’s own standard. There is an option of specialising in hand or machine embroidery. Learning is supported by a personal tutor and assessment is by emailed photos of work and accompanying notes. Detailed information can be found on the Embroiderers’ Guild website www.embroiderersguild.com/. If you are looking to increase your textile skills and techniques in a formal way but are constrained by obligations to committing to a regular day and time this may be the way forward for you.
The courses are offered by the Embroiderers’ Guild and have been designed to establish and develop one’s own personal style of work. They have been written by Embroiderers' Guild Tutors and are available in four stages. The courses have been previously offered as a route to a City & Guilds certificate but have now been improved to the Guild’s own standard. There is an option of specialising in hand or machine embroidery. Learning is supported by a personal tutor and assessment is by emailed photos of work and accompanying notes. Detailed information can be found on the Embroiderers’ Guild website www.embroiderersguild.com/. If you are looking to increase your textile skills and techniques in a formal way but are constrained by obligations to committing to a regular day and time this may be the way forward for you.
