822 - Introduction to Textiles

Description: 
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at working with textiles? This course will introduce you to an exciting range of textiles techniques and give you the opportunity to experiment with them in a creative way. You will explore stitch and yarn, embellishment and applique and other textile techniques such as felt making and weaving. You will create a range of samples which you can present in a textile journal/ sketchbook, alongside creating small textiles products and artworks along the way. Throughout the course you will be introduced to artists and designers working with textiles to inspire you and help your own textiles skills flourish.

Our "Introduction to Textiles" course enhances your wellbeing in the following ways:
  1. Connect: Meet new people who love textiles. Work on projects together and make new friends.
  2. Be Active: Sewing and experimenting with textile techniques keeps your hands and mind busy. It's a relaxing and stress-reducing activity.
  3. Take Notice: Focus on the details in the projects you are creating. Enjoy the patterns, textures, and colours, and stay present in the moment.
  4. Keep Learning: Learn new skills and techniques for creating with textiles and tackling new projects. This keeps your mind sharp and gives you a sense of achievement.
  5. Give: Share your handmade items as gifts or donations. This brings happiness to you and others, creating a sense of purpose.
By following these principles, our Introduction to Textiles course helps you learn new skills while improving your overall wellbeing. #GetCreative
Additional Information: 

Most of our course fees are subsidised by the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). They require us to collect information from learners to monitor how we use the funding they give us. After booking, you will need to provide extra enrolment data. We only collect necessary information and follow our privacy notice. Without this information, we may not be able to offer you a place. Your cooperation helps us to offer subsidised learning throughout Worcestershire.

Funding Eligibility and Course Prices
Course Fee: £35.00
You will be able to join this course for £10.00, if you meet one of the following criteria:
  • I am unemployed AND I receive benefits payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP / Job Centre Plus).
  • I am employed or self-employed and earn less than £25,000 per year
  • I am retired and I am receive less than £25,000 per year.
Location
The Hive
Sawmill Close
The Butts
Worcester
WR1 3PD
Times and Duration 
Session code: 4
03/10/2024 13:30 - 16:00
The Hive
Session code: 4
10/10/2024 13:30 - 16:00
The Hive
Session code: 4
17/10/2024 13:30 - 16:00
The Hive
Session code: 4
24/10/2024 13:30 - 16:00
The Hive
Last booking date: 02/10/2024
10 Spaces Available