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Adult Classes are for people 16 years and over wanting to learn, relax and have quiet time away from children.
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Adult Craft Workshops
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We offer a range different craft workshops, some are one offs, others are 6 week courses, whatever you fancy trying we have something for you.
For the most up to date info on workshops please either pop into the shop or visit our Facebook page. All workshops are suitable for beginners unless stated otherwise. Workshop prices include tuition, use of equipment and all materials unless stated otherwise.
Clay work making a ceramic Christmas wreath
Currently the workshops we offer are:
Clay work: Learn to hand build with clay using easy techniques and tools to get great results. You'll make your unique piece and paint it before leaving to be fired twice. Most clay work takes one month to be fired.
Pottery Painting techniques: There is lots to learn about painting and even more tools that can help create a beautiful master piece. Some of the techniques we teach are silkscreens on pottery, Moorcroft style painting,
Decoupage on wooden boxes
Decoupage- onto glassware, slate or wood,
Potters Wheel- one to one sessions,
Folk Art or One Stroke Painting,
Card Making.
Paint Pouring.
New for 2022; Foil Art, Lino Printing and Abstract painting.
The only way to book is to either pop into the shop or phone 01291 422322, payment secures your place. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm.
Examples and a full list of Craft Classes for Adults for March to
Stoneware pottery painting
July 2022 is now available in the shop.
From 1st May 2022 our updated Cancelation and Re booking Policy will come into force.
Ladybird Craft Centre may need to cancel a class if there are not enough attendees or if something occurs out of the control of Ladybird Craft Centre. In these circumstances an alternative date will firstly be offered, or full refund if not appropriate.
Customer Cancelations: You may cancel your workshop place at any time, however if cancelled with less than 7 complete days’ notice only half the value of the workshop will be refunded. If less than 48 hours before the start of the workshop, no refund will be offered. If you choose to move your place to another date less than 7 days before hand, a £5 re booking fee will be charged. If you miss your workshop place no refund nor other date can be offered.
Date |
Day |
Time |
Workshop |
Price per person. |
11.3.23 |
Sat |
6pm to 9pm |
Adult only Pottery Painting. This isn’t a set class, just an opportunely to paint in a quiet relaxed atmosphere. There will be specialist tools and equipment available with staff on hand to give advice. Your deposit comes off your bill on the night, sorry no refunds for no shows. Drinks and cakes also available to buy on the evening. |
£5 deposit |
7th to 21st March |
Tue |
6.30pm to 8pm |
Learn to Crochet. This 3 week course will teach you the basics of crochet, from getting the yarn on the hook to completing a small project. You’ll be shown how to read a pattern and given all the info in plain English. The price includes all the yarn, hooks and patterns you’ll need. |
£49 for all 3 weeks |
18.3.23 |
Sat |
1pm to 3pm |
Resin Art. Try this art of pouring, moving and creating pictures and scenes. You’ll choose 2 items from hanging or flat wood bases, then be shown the best way to get great results. Your items will need to be left to dry and collected at a later date. |
£55 |
25.3.23 |
Sat |
10am to 12.30pm |
Beginners Decoupage. Learn the art of using napkins and acrylic to get great results on wood. This will be a slower paced workshop for those wanting to learn step by step. |
£14 |
22.4.23 |
Sat |
1pm to 3pm |
Resin Art. Try this art of pouring, moving and creating pictures and scenes. You’ll choose 2 items from hanging or flat wood bases, then be shown the best way to get great results. Your items will need to be left to dry and collected at a later date. |
£55 |
22.4.23 |
Sat |
6pm to 9pm |
Adult only Pottery Painting. This isn’t a set class, just an opportunely to paint in a quiet relaxed atmosphere. There will be specialist tools and equipment available with staff on hand to give advice. Your deposit comes off your bill on the night, sorry no refunds for no shows. Drinks and cakes also available to buy on the evening. |
£5 deposit |
29.4.23 |
Sat |
10am to 12.30pm |
Decoupage a Vase. Learn the art of using napkins and acrylic to get great results on glass. |
£16 |
20.5.23 |
Sat |
1pm to 3pm |
Resin Art. Try this art of pouring, moving and creating pictures and scenes. You’ll choose 2 items from hanging or flat wood bases, then be shown the best way to get great results. Your items will need to be left to dry and collected at a later date. |
£55 |
25.5.23 |
Thurs |
1pm to 3pm |
Abstract painting. Enjoy a session aimed at just relaxing and letting go. You’ll be shown some techniques and given time to practice a few things before creating a piece approx. A3 size with acrylic paints. |
£12 |
17.6.23 |
Sat |
6pm to 9pm |
Adult only Pottery Painting. This isn’t a set class, just an opportunely to paint in a quiet relaxed atmosphere. There will be specialist tools and equipment available with staff on hand to give advice. Your deposit comes off your bill on the night, sorry no refunds for no shows. Drinks and cakes also available to buy on the evening. |
£5 deposit |
24.6.23 |
Sat |
10am to 1pm |
Mixed media on wood. You’ll be shown some techniques with different medias and given time to create your own master piece on wood. You could make this into a memory board, maybe of your wedding or someone you were close to, bring items if you want but everything will be provided. |
£16 |