A wise man once said 'you are either in your bed or in your shoes so it pays to invest in both'.. and so in-comes our brand new workshop! And no, before you ask, we are not teaching you how to make a bed (haha) we are actually teaching you how to make your own leather trainers. So take a walk on your crafty wild side and stitch together a stunning pair of trainers to keep your feet looking fashionable this year.
In the workshop you will get a choice of styles to choose from; will you go for low top or high top trainer? Or go super high or super low? Yes there is something for everyone!
During this workshop you will learn how to cut your leather trainer pieces, construct and stitch the uppers (the top bit of the shoe), make professional holes with a leather punch, and lastly how to bring all these elements together to make a pair of pretty cool functional shoes - we promise. Depending on your ability of working with leather, you may have to finish the other shoe at home with your needle and instruction sheet, if this happens don't worry because you will be well on your way to finishing the pair in the class.
JUST LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE VEGAN FRIENDLY FAUX LEATHER INSTEAD WHEN BOOKING.
Beginners - you don't need any experience of working with leather at all.
Duration:
4-5 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No you don't, we will give you everything you need to walk away with a pair of handmade leather trainers.
This will include your sole, leather needles, cord and the leather to make your trainers.
Feel free to bring some snacks to eat during the class
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
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You will learn about the tools of calligraphy and technique, learning how to write each calligraphy letter. This is also perfect for brides to be wanting to use calligraphy on their wedding stationery or just anyone wanting to learn to write beautifully.
If you are left handed this is no problem, just let us know in the "order notes" so we can provide you with a different pen to hold the nib.
Have you seen our Christmas Special themed Calligraphy workshop? Take a look here.
If you are just starting out or are looking for hands-on tips and techniques to improve your beginner’s hand, this workshops is perfect for you!
Beginners
Duration:
2.5 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
Nothing at all. You will be given take home pack, that consists of:
1 oblique pen holder
1 nib
1 pot of black ink
Take home sheets with the full alphabet and plenty of practice sheets
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
If you're shopping for someone else but not sure what to give them ... why not treat them to a Tea & Crafting gift voucher. Our vouchers can be used on any workshop across the site and are automatically delivered by email with instructions to redeem them at checkout. Vouchers are valid for 12 months (however classes can be booked for a date that is beyond the 12 month period). We know that sometimes gift cards are bought with a workshop in mind, however in the event that the workshop ceases to run, you will not be eligible for a refund. However we have an extensive range of workshops and are always adding so we hope that something tempts you!
We now have the option of a physical gift card! Please let us know that you'd like one of these at the time of booking, if we don't get a message we will assume you prefer to send your voucher via email. Also please bear in mind that the last day for Christmas posting is 19th of December.
Embroidery has come a long way since Jane Austin’s heroines would sit and sew in the drawing room – we’ve brought the pastime back with our own modern take on the original. Our beginners embroidery classes in London give you all the basic techniques you will need to continue this therapeutic craft at home.
Our beginners embroidery workshops teach you five popular stitches including back stitch, satin stitch, straight stitch and the French knot. You’ll be able to choose a fun design (or a drawing of your own) to embroider yourself using all the new skills you have learnt.
Your embroidery design will stay in the hoop and you can hang it on the wall for show! Once you’ve mastered the skill, you can try napkins, sheets, pillowcases… In fact, there won’t be a soft furnishing in your house left unadorned!
Beginners
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No you don't, we provide you with your own embroidery hoop to keep, an embroidery needle and floss for your design as well as the fabric.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
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Duration:
2.5 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No, we give you everything you need to start knitting - you kit includes a pair of knitting needles, yarn, and take home instructions.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
If you can't take an in-person class why not try this class as a live and interactive online class? More info here.
