Day: Sunday

Brief description:

The course will provide instruction and support on how to compose and paint a still life in watercolours. Learners can choose their own image to paint either from photographs, paintings by other artists or their own objects (fruit or flowers for example). Aspects of design and composition will be covered as well as paint application and the use of colour.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Previous experience and knowledge will be built upon but there is no requirement for it as the course covers all ability levels. No previous experience is necessary.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Arrange a still life
• Select the important shapes
• Effectively use colour to create shapes and form
• Select, mix and apply colours according to their own preferences.
• Choose from a range of techniques and studio practices to enable them to achieve their goals (flat washes, blended washes, textured marks).
• Experiment with a range of innovative techniques and develop them to suit individual outcomes.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment.

Please bring any objects, items or favourite things to paint. You can paint from photographs however it is better to print these beforehand. These do not need to be A4 size, A5 is fine. Nothing else – we will supply all materials needed for the day.

But if you would like to bring materials (or already have) see below:

Watercolour paper – this should be 140lb weight (300gsm) and in a surface of your choice (Not is the intermediate surface and most popular). A4 size pad, spiral bound is ideal.
Watercolour brushes – If you are trying watercolour painting for the first time it is advisable not to buy expensive sable brushes. Synthetic brushes are much cheaper and easily good enough. A round brush with a good point (size 5 or 6) will do for most techniques.
Watercolour paints – 1 red (alizarin crimson or cadmium red), 1 yellow (cadmium yell0w) and 1 blue (cobalt or ultramarine). Tubes are best. Student quality is fine.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you on other painting courses.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

Brief description

This Stained Glass course will run for 2 consecutive days; on Saturday and Sunday.

Do you love colour? Do you marvel at stained glass windows or blown glass? Have you ever wondered how glass is made and put together? Here is your chance to try a unique glass technique called ‘copperfoil,’ invented by Louis Comfort Tiffany which revolutionized the way that glass was made and put together. You will make small scale, delicate pieces using this method. The glass sheets are made using layers of colours that are then fixed together using a flat-bed kiln. The textures are made by laying the glass onto a textured surface and then heating up the glass so that it melts into the texture. Finally, the glass is left to cool and then the texture remains in the glass once it has been ‘fixed’ by the heat process.

Originally, Tiffany wanted to replicate specific colours and textures that he saw in the landscape surrounding him, out of glass rather than painting onto clear glass. He used very small scale pieces to create his landscapes and lampshades. Glass is still made in the same way now as it was then. You will need a steady hand to cut the glass and lots of patience to learn to solder, but the results will be well worth the effort! During this short course you will learn to make one flat panel of glass. First, you will cut glass and grind the edges so that the copperfoil sticks to it. You will then learn to solder the glass pieces together, attach a hook onto the back and patina it to make the glass shine and the soldered areas a beautiful copper or black finish. Learners in the past have loved this course, and made some fantastic work. In fact, some of them have made a career from doing it! Try it, you will love it, too.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience necessary. Just lots of patience and a steady hand!

The following will be studied during the course:

• Design skills
• Glass cutting methods
• Health and safety
• Brief history of glass/makers
• Copperfoil technique
• Soldering skills

You will learn how to create a design for a glass panel, cut glass, shape it using a grinding machine, copper foil it, and finally attach the fragments together using a soldering iron.

You will learn through demonstrations and discussion. You will be given the opportunity to create your own design so that you will understand how to design your own piece in the future, or use my template. By the end of the two days, you will make a fun decorative piece using coloured and textured glass.

FOR THE SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:

• Images for inspiration (essential) not stained glass please! – Drawings, photographs or magazine cuttings.
• A pencil, a rubber and ruler (also available in centre)
• An apron, which is fabric or plastic coated
• A glass cutter (if you have one)
• Blu tac
• 1 x A4 sheets of clear picture frame glass (Wilkinson’s clip frames are the best)
• A pair of scissors (also available in centre)
• A permanent silver/black pen
• Please also bring a packed lunch each day

EXTRA COSTS ON THE COURSE:

Tools and equipment will be provided.
Materials are NOT included in the course fee; There will be a fee of £25 to cover the costs of equipment and glass payable to the tutor on the first day.
Tools will be provided except the ones listed above which you will need to bring with you on the first day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Try another stained glass course.

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year. Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new. You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off session

Brief Description

On this short course, you will be introduced to Ikebana, the Japanese Art of Flower arrangement, both Shoinbana, traditional Koryu, Seika style ikebana, and Jiyuuka, free style ikebana, how it relates to nature, and the four seasons. This time you will be introduced Summer arrangements and settings. Your tutor will discuss Ikebana and Western flower arrangements and demonstrate different style of Ikebana.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience or knowledge of flower arrangement is required. Learners who have an interest in Japanese culture, or some knowledge of Ikebana or western flower arrangement and beginners are welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn about what is Ikebana
• Learn to practice and enjoy basic Ikebana with plants and containers for Summer
• Take your own Ikebana home
• The cost of the course includes a kenzan (a device used in ikebana for fixing the flowers in the container) which is yours to take home and keep.

For the session you will need to bring:

A pair of strong scissors or secateurs and a large bowl or container, for example a salad bowl or decorative suitable vessel. You may like to bring flowers, flowering branches, and leafy materials from your own garden, but this is not essential. The cost of the course includes a kenzan (a device used in ikebana for fixing the flowers in the container) which is yours to take home and keep. Please bring a bin bag, a crate or semi rigid bag (e.g. supermarket hessian bag) to transport your own Ikebana.

Extra costs on the course for materials or equipment :

Flower materials have been included in your course fee (flowers, branches, leafy materials and kenzan are included) – NO extra fee.
You may like to bring flowers, flowering branches, and leafy materials from your own garden, but this is not essential.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The learners can progress to the next level and other seasons, through additional workshops.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Brief Description:

Previous Knowledge and Experience:

Outcomes for the Day:

• Understand how to properly work with butter to achieve the perfect texture.
• Master the art of bringing dough together for both cookies and scones.
• Gain comprehensive knowledge of the stages of cookie production, including:
  • Creaming the butter and sugar to the right consistency.
  • Incorporating liquids to create a smooth and cohesive mixture.
  • Adding dry ingredients to form a well-balanced dough.

Course Highlights:

• Hands-on baking experience in a professional teaching kitchen.
• Step-by-step guidance from experienced pastry chefs.
• Tips and tricks for achieving bakery-quality cookies and scones at home.
• Delicious recipes to take home and recreate in your own kitchen.
• Small class sizes to ensure personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Please bring an apron, dishcloth and tea towel as well as containers to take your cooked foods in.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief description

Feeling stuck with your makeup routine? Not sure what choices to make? This makeup course is designed for you.

Each season brings unique needs for makeup and skincare techniques, styles, and routines. Discover how to achieve a refreshed look perfect for the autumn weather.

A good skincare routine is crucial for flawless makeup application. Learn how to align your skincare with your makeup routine, ensuring your skin gets what it needs to help you create your best looks.

Join us for a day filled with expert hints and tips, giving you the clarity you need to find what works best for your skin and the makeup techniques that suit you.

Learning Outcomes

Learning and building on current looks.

Learn how to enhance and build on your current look.

Learn how to enhance and compliment your skin tone.

Create the perfect canvas to apply make-up on.

Defining and enhancing your eye shape to compliment your features.

Learn the techniques to create the perfect look and feel great.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None.

For the session you will need to bring:

Bring along your make-up, a mirror, and some make-up brushes. Please do not buy any thing especially for the session.

Disposable applicators will be supplied.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Description:

Learn how to make a pair of pyjama bottoms in a day in this fun dressmaking workshop.

Previous experience needed:

Great for all, including beginners and those completely new to sewing or dressmaking.

Learning outcomes:

Learn how to use a sewing machine, how to use a sewing pattern and how to make a basic pair of pyjama bottoms, with pockets!

Extra costs for the day:

You will need to bring fabric, the tutor will give you a list of materials closer to the time.

For the first session you will need to bring:

The pattern will be provided and your tutor will contact you prior to the course start date with a list of materials required for the day.

Brief Description

Make Christmas that bit more special this year by adding your personal touch to your cards and gift tags. This lino printing course will offer an in-depth exploration of a range of techniques both for multiple prints or one-offs with a Christmas theme. We will cover safe working practices, cutting of lino plates and basic printing techniques. Learners will have the opportunity to print by hand using very easy to access techniques, producing both colour and black and white prints.  Learners will explore how to achieve different, exciting and unique results using different printing techniques.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed:

No knowledge required

Learning Outcomes:

On this course the participants will cover:
• Safe working practices,
• Cutting of lino plates and
• Basic printing techniques.
• More advanced printing techniques

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There is an allowance included in the fee to cover material costs. You will need to bring an apron. You are advised to have some idea of what you would like to print to ensure more time for printing.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.

Your tutor also offers classes in Watercolour and Oil Painting and a Drawing skills course.
The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Handmade Stained Glass Christmas decorations – what could be better!  Have you ever wondered how glass is made and put together? Here is your chance to try a unique glass technique called ‘copper foil’, invented by Louis Comfort Tiffany, which revolutionised the way that glass was made and put together. Small scale, delicate pieces can be made using this method. You will need a steady hand and lots of patience to learn this technique, but the results will be well worth the effort! You will create a unique and beautiful copper foil glass Christmas decoration using a combination of coloured glass and glass globs if desired.

During the first part of the day, we will concentrate upon working out how to cut, foil and solder glass together. Then you will create a suitable design and colour scheme for this project so that you will understand how to design your own piece in the future. From then on we will be using glass fragments to make a small scale Christmas Decoration. Templates will be provided on the first day.

Learning Outcomes:

The following will be covered during the course:

Design skills
Brief history of glass/makers
Glass cutting methods
Grinding & soldering
Copper foil technique
Health & safety

For the session you will need to bring:

• Images for inspiration (although templates will be available); these should be drawings or photographs please (not images of glass)
• An apron, which is fabric or plastic coated
• A small wooden board
• A glass cutter if you have one
• An A4 sheet of glass (a clip frame from QD would be perfect!)) – this is for easy transportation of your glass piece
• Blu tac (if you have it)
• Bubble wrap or small towel (to transport the glass home)
• A permanent pen – black/silver
• Small scissors

Extra costs on the course:

Tools and specialist equipment will be provided.
Specific glass materials are NOT included in the course fee. Please bring the other materials specified above on your first session.

There will be a fee of £25 to cover the costs of equipment and glass payable to the tutor on the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you looking for a daytime activity and interested in silver jewellery? Then this is the course for you! Throughout the course, you will develop skills in design, soldering, piercing with a jewellery saw, filing and polishing.

Your first project will be to design and make two silver rings.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is an advantage but complete beginners all welcome

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

· Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.

· Practice metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.

· Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal to shape a flat band ring.

· Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing

· Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques

· Apply techniques learned to make items of silver jewellery.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Some of the cost of the silver is included in the course fee. Due to price increases on Silver, there will be a £10 fee due on the day. Please bring cash and pay the tutor directly.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and note book. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Please bring an apron.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year. Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new. You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

Brief Description

Make Christmas that bit more special this year by adding your personal touch to your cards and gift tags. This lino printing course will offer an in-depth exploration of a range of techniques both for multiple prints or one-offs with a Christmas theme. We will cover safe working practices, cutting of lino plates and basic printing techniques. Learners will have the opportunity to print by hand using very easy to access techniques, producing both colour and black and white prints.  Learners will explore how to achieve different, exciting and unique results using different printing techniques.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed:

No knowledge required

Learning Outcomes:

On this course the participants will cover:
• Safe working practices,
• Cutting of lino plates and
• Basic printing techniques.
• More advanced printing techniques

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There is an allowance included in the fee to cover material costs. You will need to bring an apron. You are advised to have some idea of what you would like to print to ensure more time for printing.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.

Your tutor also offers classes in Watercolour and Oil Painting and a Drawing skills course.
The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Handmade Stained Glass Christmas decorations – what could be better!  Have you ever wondered how glass is made and put together? Here is your chance to try a unique glass technique called ‘copper foil’, invented by Louis Comfort Tiffany, which revolutionised the way that glass was made and put together. Small scale, delicate pieces can be made using this method. You will need a steady hand and lots of patience to learn this technique, but the results will be well worth the effort! You will create a unique and beautiful copper foil glass Christmas decoration using a combination of coloured glass and glass globs if desired.

During the first part of the day, we will concentrate upon working out how to cut, foil and solder glass together. Then you will create a suitable design and colour scheme for this project so that you will understand how to design your own piece in the future. From then on we will be using glass fragments to make a small scale Christmas Decoration. Templates will be provided on the first day.

Learning Outcomes:

The following will be covered during the course:

Design skills
Brief history of glass/makers
Glass cutting methods
Grinding & soldering
Copper foil technique
Health & safety

For the session you will need to bring:

• Images for inspiration (although templates will be available); these should be drawings or photographs please (not images of glass)
• An apron, which is fabric or plastic coated
• A small wooden board
• A glass cutter if you have one
• An A4 sheet of glass (a clip frame from QD would be perfect!)) – this is for easy transportation of your glass piece
• Blu tac (if you have it)
• Bubble wrap or small towel (to transport the glass home)
• A permanent pen – black/silver
• Small scissors

Extra costs on the course:

Tools and specialist equipment will be provided.
Specific glass materials are NOT included in the course fee. Please bring the other materials specified above on your first session.

There will be a fee of £25 to cover the costs of equipment and glass payable to the tutor on the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you looking for a daytime activity and interested in silver jewellery? Then this is the course for you! Throughout the course, you will develop skills in design, soldering, piercing with a jewellery saw, filing and polishing.

Your first project will be to design and make two silver rings.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is an advantage but complete beginners all welcome

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

· Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.

· Practice metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.

· Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal to shape a flat band ring.

· Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing

· Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques

· Apply techniques learned to make items of silver jewellery.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Some of the cost of the silver is included in the course fee. Due to price increases on Silver, there will be a £10 fee due on the day. Please bring cash and pay the tutor directly.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and note book. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Please bring an apron.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year. Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new. You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

Brief Description:

Festive Table flowers sorted with this long lasting festive table piece. With no knowledge of flower arranging required, come along and learn how to create long lasting design including  pine and other long-lasting foliage with wonderful  decoration to mark the season. All materials are included in the course fee. Just bring your scissors.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No prior knowledge required. Please notify the college of any plant allergies before attending. 

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:
• Apply techniques to create a long lasting festive table piece for the home
• Know seasonal plant materials to use in your design
• Learn how to safely and securely include wired accessories

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There is an allowance included in the fee for all plant material and sundries used.

You will need to bring:

Strong scissors (wire cutters if you have them), bin bag, notebook and pen if you want to record any information for yourself, camera (optional), apron. Also a crate or semi rigid bag (e.g. supermarket hessian bag) to transport your design. You may wish to bring protective disposable gloves for your hands or hand wipes as the plant material can get messy!

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be:

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

On this practical cookery session, you will learn how to make sweet and decadent intense chocolate ganache and present them as gifts.

These boozy truffles will be delicious and oh so moreish! They probably won’t make it until Christmas but you will learn the skills if you choose to make more!

Learn how to melt down chocolate using a Bain-Marie method. Melting down chocolate using cream.

Learn how to make Chocolate Truffles and decorate them with various coatings.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Use a Bain-Marie method for melting
• Learn how to finish and present the sweet treats
• Learn basic techniques using chocolate
• Artisan techniques such as moulding and dipping

Extra costs on the course for example textbook, materials, or equipment.

No extra costs. However, to fulfil the ‘Boozy’ part of the title there will be a set amount of liquor available. Please feel free to bring your choice of  alcohol, good suggestions include; baileys/coffee liquor, rum, Cointreau.

For the  session you will need to bring:

Please bring a tea towel, dishcloth, and apron (working with chocolate can be messy!). Please also bring a container to transport your goods home.

You will make at least 12 truffles to take home, there may be an option to purchase more chocolate, or other ingredients on the day. More information will be provided closer to the day.

 On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s; you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

Brief Description:

Enjoy the art of weaving pliable willow into three-dimensional objects. 

This workshop will teach you how to make a round willow basket.  You will learn a variety of weaving techniques and be encouraged to design your own basket, choosing from a range of willows, weaving styles and basket sizes.

Enjoy expert tuition in a relaxed and fun environment.

Previous Experience and Knowledge needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn some basketry weaving techniques.
• Learn how to prepare willow for weaving.
• Complete one willow basket of your own design.

Extra costs of the course?

None – all materials are included in the cost.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A notepad and pen. Please also bring a packed lunch each day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Willow basketry workshops, frame basketry, obelisk, birdfeeders. 

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.