We deliver a number of free online courses for adults. We have a selection of distant learning projects that can be completed from the comfort of your own home via online video. You will be fully supported by an online workshop, video tutorial, by email and telephone. All resources will be delivered directly to your door. Unsure how to access our live online courses? No problem! Full instructions will be given via email/phone to help you get set up ready for your class. All our courses are fully funded through the RNN Group, therefore, all participants must complete and enrolment/registration form.

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If you would like more information on any of our workshops or to book a a place then please get in touch: Email: , Tel: 01709 523107 or complete the Contact Us form on this website

Fabric Quilted Pine Cones

This free workshop will introduce you to fun and creative ways to use your left over scraps of fabric. Learn how to make a colourful quilted pine cone using pins and fabric squares. No sewing required.

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm    Monday 19th April 2021

Fabric Wall Banner

Would you like to design and create your own fabric wall hanging, whilst developing your hand sewing skills? On this session you will learn how to combine a variety of resources and techniques to produce a banner or flag style hanging. Techniques explored will include hand sewing, tassel and pom pom making.

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm    Friday 23rd April 2021

Easter Gonks

Would you like to take part in an eggciting craft course this Spring? Learn how to give a gnome an Easter makeover. On this session you will follow a pattern to hand sew your own unique 3D Easter ‘bunny’ gnome.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm    Wednesday 31st March 2021   ** FULLY BOOKED **
1pm to 3.30pm       Wednesday 31st March 2021

The Mad Crafter’s Tea Cups

Teacups are not just for tea, with a little bit of creativity you can turn them into works of art. This free workshop will introduce you to fun and creative ways to transform a teacup into a unique miniature scene, using a variety of crafting resources. In the session you will learn how to embellish your teacup using decoupage and how to use felt to construct a 3D scene.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm    Monday 15th March 2021

10am to 12.30pm    Friday 16th April 2021

Rustic Crafts

Turn old glass bottles and jars into rustic centrepieces using natural jute twine, burlap hessian and other cost effective resources. On this session you will learn different techniques for applying the twine to your bottles or jars. You will then explore different methods for embellishing your items including how to make burlap hessian flowers. Prepare to be amazed by your transformations.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm    Friday 26th March 2021

10am to 12.30pm    Monday 26th April 2021

Paper Flower Bouquet

Create your own unique paper flower keepsake using the Kusudama origami flower fold. Explore different paper types as you learn the folds of this popular flower. You will also be introduced to a variety of ways to embellish your flowers and how to turn them into a small bouquet.

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm    Wednesday 17th March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm    Wednesday 14th April 2021

Nature Garland

Explore all things nature on this session. Using felt and basic hand sewing you will create an eye-catching garland. Where in nature will you take your inspiration from, the woodland, under the sea or maybe the weather? On this session you will learn how to hand sew a range of 2D and 3D items, bringing them together in a vertical or horizontal hanging.

Dates and Times:

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1pm to 3.30pm        Monday 22nd March 2021

10am to 12.30pm    Wednesday 21st April 2021

Mosaic Framing

Join us to learn how to transform a plain photo frame into a beautiful piece of art. You will learn the basics of Mosaic craft, including creating mosaic tiles, using adhesives and grout. This course will introduce you to the basic craft, which will give you the skills to progress to create your own designs. All resources will be provided for free .

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm   Wednesday 10th March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm   Friday 26th March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm   Wednesday 21st April 2021

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Build a Bird Box

With Spring just around the corner, why not tempt wildlife back into your garden? Join us online to create a wooden bird box and decorate it with acorns, tree bark or anything from our large selection of natural materials. All resources will be provided for free .

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm    Friday 12th March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm    Friday 16th April 2021

Adobe Lightroom

Take your photo editing skills to the next level. Learn how to crop for maximum effect and use tones to balance out your colours. Discover how black and white conversions can create a big impact on your photography output. No experience is required as we will guide you through all the options this App has to offer. The Adobe Lightroom App installed on a device is required to participate in this session. Adobe Lightroom is available as a free download for Android and IOS devices.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm    Wednesday 17th March 2021
1pm to 3.30pm        Friday 30th April 2021

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Rope Crafts

Stop thinking rope is just used by Sea Captains or tying broken things together. Join us online for our free Rope Crafting session and use natural twine to enhance the look of ordinary objects around the home. We will look at a selection of techniques and get you started crafting using this amazing material. 

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3.30pm       Monday 1st March 2021

10am to 12.30pm   Wednesday 24th March 2021
10am to 12.30pm   Wednesday 28th April 2021

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Clay Pot Crafts

Join us to create a fun model using clay pots, string, buttons, paint and foliage. Together we will build a clay pot creation ready to showcase in your garden or kitchen. Let us show you how  an ordinary pot can be become a great feature in your garden.

Dates and Times:

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1pm to 3.30pm       Friday 5th March 2021

10am to 12.30pm   Monday 22nd March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm       Monday 12th April 2021

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Fabric Pomander

This free online workshop will introduce you to fun and creative ways to use your left over scraps of fabric. Learn how to make a colourful quilted pomander with pins and fabric squares. No sewing required.

Dates and Times:

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Decoupage with Napkins

This free online workshop will show you how to transform everyday items using paper napkins and the decoupage technique. You will learn about the decoupage process, the resources you need and how to avoid common decoupage mistakes

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm    Friday 12th March 2021
​10am to 12.30pm    Friday 30th April 2021

Intermediate Decoupage with Napkins

This course is for anyone who has previously attended our Introduction to Decoupage workshop. You will learn how to prepare glass surfaces and how to apply images to curved surfaces such as bottles and jars.

Dates and Times:

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10am to 12.30pm    Wednesday 24th February 2021   ** FULLY BOOKED **

10am to 12.30pm    Friday 5th March 2021

1pm to 3.30pm       Monday 8th March 2021

Fabric Flower Wreath

This free online workshop will introduce you to fun and creative ways to use your left over scraps of fabric. Learn how to make a colourful fabric wreath embellished with handmade flowers.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm   Wednesday 3rd March 2021    ** FULLY BOOKED **

Fabric Flower Wreath - The Spring Edition

Our Fabric Flower Wreath workshop with a Spring theme! This free online workshop will introduce you to fun and creative ways to use your left over scraps of fabric. Learn how to make a colourful fabric wreath embellished with handmade flowers.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm   Wednesday 10th March 2021.       ** FULLY BOOKED **

1pm to 3.30pm      Wednesday 24th March 2021

Mannequin Pin Cushions

In this free online workshop you will learn how to make what every sewer needs...a pin cushion! Hand sew and embellish your own unique mannequin pin cushion, that you can use time and again.

Dates and Times:

10am to 12.30pm   Monday 1st March 2021.       ** FULLY BOOKED **

10am to 12.30pm   Friday 19th March 2021
1pm to 3.30pm      Wednesday 28th April 2021

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Lollipop Stick Lantern

Join us for this free online workshop and create your own lighting masterpiece. Build your own simple electrical circuit to bring your lollipop stick lantern to life.

Dates and Times:

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10am to 12:30pm   Monday 8th March 2021

1pm to 3pm            Friday 19th March 2021

10am to 12:30pm   Friday 23rd April 2021

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Create a Lighthouse

Join us for this free online session to create your own lighthouse. Protect visitors from crashing waves and jagged rocks. Build a simple circuit and personalise your own early warning system to place proudly in your home.

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3pm        Wednesday 24th February 2021
1pm to 3.30pm   Monday 26th April 2021

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Google Photos

Unsure what to do with those amazing pictures you took on your camera or mobile device? Join us for our free online session. Discover how to share, enhance and create videos from all your hard work, using Google Photos free online editor. Take your images to the next level!

Dates and Times:

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1pm to 3.30pm   Monday 15th March 2021

10am to 12:30pm   Monday 19th April 2021

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Introduction to Digital Photography

It does not matter if you use a camera, mobile phone or tablet. Take your digital photography to the next step with this introduction course to all things imaging. Stop using the auto settings and take advantage of the technology your device has inside. Compose your pictures for more impact!

Dates and Times:

1pm to 3pm   Wednesday 3rd March 2021

10am to 12.30pm   Wednesday 14th April 2021

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