Learn how to make a tiny book to hang on the Christmas tree with a cover decorated using a variety of techniques: cut-out book cloth, imitation gold, collage and lettering.

The pages inside could hold a festive greeting, a recipe, poem, simple pop-up or illustration.

You will learn the simplest book binding techniques and gather decoration, illustration and design ideas.

Bring any decorative papers you want to use, such as marbled, metallic or pages from old books and materials such as metallic ink, sequins or calligraphy pens.

The tutor will provide images for inspiration but do bring along any ideas that you want to try.
The book dimensions will be approximately 5cms x 7cms but students can decide what sizes they wish to make on the day.

Tutor will supply most of the materials for this workshop. This cost is included in your course fee.

This workshop is suitable for both beginners and improvers.

A light lunch will be provided.

Date	Saturday 9th November 2024
Tutor	Sophie Woodhouse
Time	10.00am – 4.00pm
Ref	3556
Fees	£90
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Papercutting is the craft of the moment, seen everywhere on posters, packaging, book jackets and greetings cards. Now you can master the basics of this highly rewarding, low-cost creative craft and make your own unique Christmas cut outs.

With the help of resource sheets you will master accurate, safe cutting using a scalpel. Then you will you'll design your own festive themed papercut. This could be a flat panel or a free standing card. Time permitting you could design and cut a second version. You will pick up numerous handy tips for successfully completing your paper cuts to a high standard.

Great fun, highly rewarding and a little bit addictive!

This workshop is suitable for beginners and improvers.

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the course fee.

Date	Saturday 16th November 2024
Tutor	Christine Green
Time	10.00am - 4.00pm
Ref	3597
Fees	£85
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