​Crafty Thursdays


The Autumn term of our popular Crafty Thursdays is well underway and we have enjoyed meeting in person again and learning some new craft skills. 

We have two more term blocks scheduled for 2021 - one starting for four weeks from 14th October and the second one running for four weeks from the 11th November. 

The cost of four sessions is £32 and you can book the 14th October course here and the 11th November course here. You are  more than welcome try out a session for £10 (small charge for materials on the day) - this is perfect if you would like to drop in or if you can't make all four weeks. Sessions start at 10am and run till 1pm - please do drop by to say hello and find out what we get up to. 

Open to all, come along and learn some new craft skills while enjoying a chat and a cuppa. 
Thursday 14th October 2021
Miniature Wreath & Owl​
This week we're learning how to turn a wooden curtain ring into a miniature wreath and a few simple paint techniques to transform a plain white owl. We will also learn how to shape paper foliage for a 3D effect.
Thursday 28th October 2021
Flower Brooch
Learn how to make a flower from mesh tubing and beads; how to coil wire to create the centre of the flower. We will then wire the completed flower onto a brooch back.
Thursday 11th November 2021
Fabric Gift Box Tree Decoration
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Learn about the background of cartonnage and create a (no-sew) fabric box with hinged sides, which when fully assembled, can be hung on a Christmas tree. 
Thursday 25th November 2021
Cracker Gift Box & Tags
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When is a cracker not a cracker? When it's a gift box! These crackers won't go bang but do hold a small gift. Perfect for Christmas gifting.
Thursday 21st October 2021
Haunted House or Tudor House Gift Box
Today we will be making a gift box in the shape of a house; learning how to use templates to create the basic box and then creating the features using die cuts. You can make either a traditional Tudor house or change the colour scheme for a spooky haunted house.
Thursday 4th November 2021
Woodland Scene​
Paint a little woodland scene of trees and animals then set them on a paper clay base. You can choose to create a large scene on a clay base or a small scene on a log. 
Thursday 18th November 2021
Snowflake Plaque
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A perfect addition to your Christmas decorations, this week you will be decorating a large MDF snowflake and learning how to attach patterned paper with a perfect finish. Finish off with some winter sparkle!
Thursday 9th December 2021
Light Up Church Decoration
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If you attended our Summer Exhibition you may remember the model village which contained a church. The church holds a set of fairy lights which is perfect for a festive decoration. You will learn how to assemble the building and then decorate as you wish.

​Working Together


​We are proud to work with various groups and organisations, who use the house and its facilities for a wide range of activities.