Applied Craft Workshops

Now FULLY BOOKED! You will be shown a range of methods to produce easy but beautiful notebooks that you can easily recreate at home. All materials and tools provided but if you wish, you are welcome to bring some of your own papers to experiment with. Your tutor is mixed media artist, Georgia Crook.  Georgia is the first artist-in-residence for the Cromarty Arts Trust in 2020 and will be staying and working in Cromarty throughout February.  Georgia will also run a half-day Willow Work & Basketry workshop on Sat 22 Feb at the Stables.  More info here. No experience necessary. Suitable for age 12+ £30  Includes tea/coffee To book your place: email or tel 01381 600354

Sat 15th AND Sat 22nd Feb now both FULLY BOOKED. In a workshop that acts as an introduction to both willow work and basketry, you will be guided through the process of producing simple tension trays that can be easily reproduced at home. Tension trays make excellent and beautiful platters/baskets, ideal for any kitchen or dining table.  All tools and materials are provided. Your tutor is mixed media artist, Georgia Crook.  Georgia is the first artist-in-residence for the Cromarty Arts Trust in 2020 and will be staying and working in Cromarty throughout February.  Georgia will also run a half-day Notebook Making workshop on Wed 19 Feb at the Old Brewery.  More info here. No experience necessary. Suitable for age 12+ £30  Includes tea/coffee To book your place: email or tel 01381 600354

THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED! Still a few places remaining for the June weekend. Is your sewing machine gathering dust in a cupboard or is it still new sitting in its box waiting for someone to unwrap it? Perhaps you are hoping for a new sewing machine for your birthday or Christmas and have always hankered to learn this skill? No matter if you have never even switched a machine on or haven't sewn since school days, this workshop is for you!    In this beginner's class you will be guided by experienced tutor, Rebecca Barbour, through the basics of your sewing machine and learn how to hem, add zips and topstitch, how to draft a pattern, various techniques for cutting fabric and also constructing your projects. This course is designed to help build confidence in sewing and help you to feel that you can keep sewing when you get home.  Within this course you will make a lined tote bag, zippered pouch, cushion cover and time pending bunting too. Come and learn how to sew in a friendly and easy-going environment. All materials provided - we can even provide the sewing machine if you'd like! Accommodation available in the Old Brewery - please enquire. £110 for two days. Bring a packed lunch (and sewing machine if you have one). Tea/coffee is provided. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354 This course is repeated on 27th & 28th June.

Transforming a sheet of silver into a piece of jewellery can be a fulfilling and exciting creative process. This intensive three-day course will introduce you to the traditional techniques and tools used to make jewellery. The aim of this course, using demonstrations and structured guidance is to instil confidence as you learn techniques such as sawing, soldering, annealing, filing, texturing and shaping to create a piece of silver jewellery during the course and when you continue making afterwards. You will start by using copper (which has similar working properties to silver) to practice on, then progress to using silver for your final piece. This course is an ideal introduction if you are taking your first steps in jewellery making or suitable for returning students looking to refresh their existing knowledge to create more complex pieces. Copper, an amount of sheet silver and all tools will be provided. Extra silver can be purchased at cost during the course if needed. The weekend is designed to be as flexible as possible, allowing you to build your skills as well as create a finished piece. Please bring along glasses if you need them and wear appropriate clothing for a studio environment including closed toe shoes. If you have long hair please wear it up.  £230 (+small amount for silver used)  Includes delicious, home-made lunch each day and tea/coffee. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354

Covid-19 Update: The safety and well-being of our participants and tutors is of the greatest importance to us. On all our courses, we will implement appropriate social distancing and spacing, limitation of numbers attending, supplies of masks/visors, hand wash stations and sanitiser, individual tools where possible and scrupulous cleaning throughout.  If you should feel unwell prior to the course, we would respectfully request that you stay at home and contact us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please contact us prior to booking: info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk NOW FULLY BOOKED. WAITING LIST IN OPERATION! Is your sewing machine gathering dust in a cupboard or is it still new sitting in its box waiting for someone to unwrap it? Perhaps you are hoping for a new sewing machine for your birthday or Christmas and have always hankered to learn this skill? No matter if you have never even switched a machine on or haven't sewn since school days, this workshop is for you!    In this beginner's class you will be guided by experienced tutor, Rebecca Barbour, through the basics of your sewing machine and learn how to hem, add zips and topstitch, how to draft a pattern, various techniques for cutting fabric and also constructing your projects. This course is designed to help build confidence in sewing and help you to feel that you can keep sewing when you get home.  Within this course you will make a lined tote bag, zippered pouch, cushion cover and time pending bunting too. Come and learn how to sew in a friendly and easy-going environment. All materials provided - we can even provide the sewing machine if you'd like! Accommodation available in the Old Brewery - please enquire. £110 for two days. Bring a packed lunch (and sewing machine if you have one). Tea/coffee is provided. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354 This course was formerly programmed for 27 & 28 June 2020, then 10 & 11 October 2020. We apologise for any inconvenience caused due to date swapping.  It will now take place in the Stables rather than the Old Brewery to allow for more space.

Covid-19 Update: The safety and well-being of our participants and tutors is of the greatest importance to us. On all our courses, we will implement appropriate social distancing and spacing, limitation of numbers attending, supplies of masks/visors, hand wash stations and sanitiser, individual tools where possible and scrupulous cleaning throughout.  If you should feel unwell prior to the course, we would respectfully request that you stay at home and contact us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please contact us prior to booking: info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk NOW FULLY BOOKED! If you would like to put your name on a waiting list, please get in touch. A one-day introduction to traditional leaded stained glass with tutor, Anne Ferguson.  You will experience each stage of creating your own small panel from selecting and cutting the glass, through to assembly and completion. No experience required.  All materials will be provided.  Age 16+ £75  Please bring a packed lunch; tea/coffee provided. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354 This event was formerly programmed for 26 & 27 June 2020.

Covid-19 Update: The safety and well-being of our participants and tutors is of the greatest importance to us. On all our courses, we will implement appropriate social distancing and spacing, limitation of numbers attending, supplies of masks/visors, hand wash stations and sanitiser, individual tools where possible and scrupulous cleaning throughout.  If you should feel unwell prior to the course, we would respectfully request that you stay at home and contact us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please contact us prior to booking: info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk NOW FULLY BOOKED! If you would like to put your name on a waiting list, please get in touch. A one-day introduction to traditional leaded stained glass with tutor, Anne Ferguson.  You will experience each stage of creating your own small panel from selecting and cutting the glass, through to assembly and completion. No experience required.  All materials will be provided.  Age 16+ £75  Please bring a packed lunch; tea/coffee provided. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354 This event was formerly programmed for 26 & 27 June 2020.

We regret that as of 24 August 2020, we have had to cancel this year's course due to lack of interest.  Once dates for 2021 have been agreed, we will be accepting bookings - watch this space. An intensive, six-day workshop in cutting fine lettering in stone with Master Craftsman, Robbie Schneider.  The focus will be equally on tools and cutting technique and essential drawing skills for letter design, spacing and layout.  The object of the course is to give a firm foundation thruogh an understanding of both carving technique and purpose-drawn lettering.  Stone and all tools will be provided.  Covid-19 Update: The safety and well-being of our participants and tutors is of the greatest importance to us. On all our courses, we will implement appropriate social distancing and spacing, limitation of numbers attending, supplies of masks/visors, hand wash stations and sanitiser, individual tools where possible and scrupulous cleaning throughout.  If you should feel unwell prior to the course, we would respectfully request that you stay at home and contact us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please contact us prior to booking: info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk Accommodation at special rate available in the Old Brewery. £550 includes your stone to take away plus delicious, home-made lunches each day and tea/coffee. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354

Covid-19 Update: The safety and well-being of our participants and tutors is of the greatest importance to us. On all our courses, we will implement appropriate social distancing and spacing, limitation of numbers attending, supplies of masks/visors, hand wash stations and sanitiser, individual tools where possible and scrupulous cleaning throughout.  If you should feel unwell prior to the course, we would respectfully request that you stay at home and contact us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please contact us prior to booking: info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk Please note: this course was originally programmed and advertised for 29th & 30th August and in the Old Brewery. It will now take place in the Stables. NOW FULLY BOOKED! If you would like to put your name on a waiting list, please get in touch. Have you ever fancied making your own clothes?  Picked up a pattern but felt completely confused about where to start?  Then this is the perfect course for you!  Suitable for people who have completed the Beginners Sewing Weekend or have a basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine. The class will give you the skills and confidence to make your own clothes from patterns in the future. You will have the option of making a top or a dress from a set pattern. Tutor, Rebecca Barbour, will guide you through how to copy the pattern, cut the fabric and construct the garment.  All haberdashery will be supplied. You will receive details of fabric requirements as it will be best if you can go and choose something to your own taste. £110  Please bring a packed lunch and your sewing machine (or let us know if you need to borrow one); tea/coffee provided To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354

NB. THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PUT YOUR NAME ON A WAITING LIST, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH. This workshop will now take place in the Stables and NOT the Old Brewery as previously advertised. Learn the wonderful art of drawing with your sewing machine.  This is a fun way to become more creative with your machine and bring some uniqueness to your makes!  The course is ideal for anyone who has completed the Beginners Sewing Weekend or has some experience of sewing. You will need a free motion embroidery foot (also known as a darning foot) for your machine - it's a fairly common foot that comes with most machines.  There will be a limited number of extra machines and darning foots available so please do enquire at the time of booking if you need this.  A fun, friendly and creative class where you can be a bit imaginative and play around with ideas. There will also be some templates available for those who may not feel as confident making something up from scratch. You will get an opportunity to learn a variety of techniques.    The Basic Sewing Kit  It would be helpful to have a basic sewing kit for this course, but not essential as there will tools available for use.  Fabric scissors  Seam ripper  Dressmaking pins Hand sewing needles  Threads  Bobbins suitable for your machine  Darning Foot and Applique foot (Some of these will be available from tutor)  Temporary markers - this could be tailor's chalk, fade or wash-away pen  Sewing Machine  You will be required to bring your own sewing machine (which can be left securely overnight within the sewing room if you are staying on to do the Christmas gifts class) this allows you to learn and become familiar with your own machine. There will also be a limited number of extra machines available if you do not have your own machine please enquire upon booking.  Fabric  Fabric and all haberdashery will be supplied. £55  Please bring a packed lunch; tea/coffee provided You may also be interested in the Sewing: Christmas Decorations workshop that runs the day after this one, Sunday 15th November.    

NB. This workshop will now take place in the Stables and NOT the Old Brewery as previously advertised. There is nothing more pleasing than giving a gift or decorating your home with something you've hand-made yourself. This workshop will give you the opportunity to make various Christmas decorations from fabric.  Suitable for anyone that has completed the Beginners Sewing Weekend or has a basic sewing knowledge.   Within this workshop there will be a variety of Christmas decorations that you can choose from to make including bunting, wreaths, fabric baubles, angels, and birds. These are items which you can give as gifst at Christmas or keep for yourself.  A relaxed, fun and creative way to spend a Winter Sunday! If you complete the Introduction to Free Motion Embroidery the day before, you can always incorporate those skills you've learnt to add embellishments to your items.  The Basic Sewing Kit  It would be helpful to have a basic sewing kit for this course, but not essential as there will tools available for use.  Fabric scissors/Rotary Cutter Seam ripper  Dressmaking pins  Hand sewing needles  Threads  Sewing gauge  Bobbins suitable for your machine  Darning Foot and Applique foot (not essential)  Temporary markers - this could be tailor's chalk, fade or wash-away pen  Sewing Machine  You will be required to bring your own sewing machine this allows you to learn and become familiar with your own machine. There will also be a limited amount of extra machines available if you do not have your own machine please enquire upon booking.  Fabric  Fabric and all haberdashery will be supplied though you are welcome to bring any that you would like to use also.  £55  Please bring a packed lunch; tea/coffee provided. To book your place, request a booking form by email or tel 01381 600354