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Art (1)
11.15 am - 12.45 pm Fridays at St John Headquarters. Autumn, Winter Terms and first 2 weeks of Summer Term.
Sylvia Schofield
A mixed ability group with teaching/help for all levels. Painting and drawing using mainly water colour but also pen and ink, gouache, mixed media, and acrylic. History of Art elements are brought into most of our art topics, and appreciation of artists and their techniques is a valuable part of the learning and ‘doing’ process.
Art (Pastels)
9.30 - 11.00 am Mondays at St John Headquarters, September to May.
Paul Robinson
For all capabilities with demonstrations and videos. Individual tuition for beginners in the use of pastels and what pastels and paper to buy, plus how to protect your hands!
Art (Self Help)
9.00 - 11.00 am Thursdays at New Life Church.
Pat Angel
For those who have painted before and don’t require formal tuition, just painting together and helping each other, with lots of chatting!
Art (Painting from Sketches)
1.30 - 3.00 pm Thursdays at Astbury Mere, starting 14th October.
Anne Wheater
Members will be using their own medium. Anne will demonstrate in pastel mainly with some back-up for water-colourists, acrylics, pencil and ink are all acceptable. Beginners are welcome. (Maximum 12).
Cardcraft
11.15 am - 12.45 pm Wednesdays at New Life Church, September to May.
Pam Robinson
Card making and origami, plus iris folding and tea bag folding (you’ll just have to join the group to find out what these are) for both the novice and the experienced. All you need to start is a craft knife and a mat; all specialist equipment is provided. The autumn term will concentrate on Christmas cards.
Card-Making for Beginners
1.30 - 3.00 pm Thursdays at New Life Church, starting Thursday 30th September.
Beverley Holt
A small, friendly, relaxed group where absolutely no experience is necessary, so don’t be put off from joining! We make different styles of card and the autumn term features predominately Christmas cards.
Embroidery
3.15 - 4.45 pm Wednesdays at St John Headquarters.
Ruth Fitzgerald
If you are interested in trying embroidery but worried because you have no experience, please don't be. Absolute beginners have produced some amazing work. For next term there is no single project, so if you would like to try a tray cloth or make a fabulous wall hanging your ambitions can be accommodated. If you have never tried 'flower bashing' then now will be your opportunity to experiment with this new technique. We even have fabrics and threads to get you started, so come along and join us.
Knit, Sew and Natter
1.30 - 3.00 pm Wednesdays at St John Headquarters.
Maureen Gregory
Would you like to finish that half worked cross stitch, knitted top, or do you have some crocheted squares that need converting into a blanket? Come along to our group and enjoy a friendly chat whilst completing your work.
Patchwork
1.30 - 3.00 pm Wednesdays at St John Headquarters.
Evelyn Holt
For all abilities, you don't need any previous experience, just bring a needle and a pair of scissors. Chose to sew by hand or use a machine. Members have previously made a doll's quilt, a double size quilt, cushion covers and shadow quilting. There's a machine, fabric for general use, and members help each other out with fabric.
Sugar Craft
1.30 - 3.00 pm Thursdays at St Mary’s Church Hall, starting Thursday 30th September.
Dora Bowker
A relaxing and engrossing hobby. Everybody welcome, with all ability levels catered for. Create your own stunning masterpieces – spectacular cake displays, table decorations, greetings cards and floral arrangements. Learn the tricks of the trade, step by step. Basic equipment required. Be inspired – the only limit to what you can achieve is your imagination – so join in and have fun!
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