Featured Courses | LeisureCourses.net - short courses & residential study breaks in great locations - Part 37
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The WI Baking Weekender with Kelly Mauger
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesJoin us for another of our famous Baking Weekenders- the WI's own Bake Off....minus the stress and competition!
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Wardrobe Wizard with Liz Prest
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesDiscover how to create a stunning and extensive wardrobe from just a few well-chosen items. Learn to select- combine and co-ordinate outfits to die for!
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The Glorious Age of Plant Hunting with Letta Jones
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured Coursesexploring the 19th obsession with collecting and growing exotic and glamorous plants from abroad- including Denman garden walk
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Do Ahead Dinners with Carrie O’Regan
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesTake the stress out of dinner parties and midweek meals with a course designed around fridge and freezer-friendly dishes that can be prepared in advance.
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William Blake: Apprentice and Master with Anna Steven
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThe full description for this course is not yet available. It will be added shortly. In the meantime- if you require further information- please contact Denman on 01865 391991.
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Stained Glass for Beginners and Improvers with Neil Kershaw
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThis introduction is aimed at absolute beginners and people who have a limited knowledge of stained glass work. You will make your own stained glass panel- which you will be able to take home with you at the end of the course.
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Discover and Enjoy Your Voice with Kate Eckersley
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesIf you enjoy singing but are not sure how good you are- this course is for you. Come and learn about your voice and how to get the most pleasure from singing.
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Learn to Make a Living Willow Dome – Day School with Norah Kennedy
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThis is a hands-on course where you will learn how to build a living willow dome for your garden
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Everyday Exciting with Alex Mackay
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesAlex MacKay- author of cookbook 'Everybody Everyday'- believes that midweek meals don't have to be boring. He'll teach the secrets of his 'magic fridge' as well as how to interchange ingredients to create extra food.
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Goldwork Embroidery with Hazel Everett
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesDiscover the world of goldwork embroidery and be introduced to a variety of techniques- either through set designs or by developing your own ideas.
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Watercolours for Beginners with Michael Burgess
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesUse watercolours to produce paintings in this delicate but expressive medium. A class for beginners and those with a little experience. Fun and enjoyment form an important aspect of the course.
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Strip Patchwork for Beginners – Day School with Christine Green
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesStrip patchwork is a quick and easy technique to master- with great results- perfect for the patchwork novice.
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Stumpwork Embroidery: Inspired by Monet with Joanna Pout
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesLearn some techniques from an English 17th century form of raised and padded embroidery. Bring your embroidery to life with a 21st century design using Monet
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Bridge for Beginners (Part 1) with Catherine Rowland
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesDiscover how to play this most fascinating of card games- which can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
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Designer Bags with Personalised Pockets with Jan Cadman
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesSpoil yourself. Have fun making a gorgeous bag- just for you- with pockets and compartments to suit your lifestyle- and decoration to reflect your personality.
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Alan Bennett and the Audience: Meeting the Queen with Jackie Wilkin
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesPlaywrights and filmmakers have delighted in putting the Queen in front of an audience. This light-hearted play-reading course will take a look at three famous examples.
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New Online Skills for a New Year with Anne Rainbow
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThis course is specifically developed for learners with little or no knowledge of computers or the internet. It is intended to give learners the confidence and necessary skills to participate online.
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Overlocker Magic with Rachel McWha
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesA course for everyone with an overlocker. Master the dreaded threading and understand tension. Learn how different feet can be used in functional and decorative techniques.
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The WI Bread Weekender with Alison Haigh
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesAlison Haigh grew up in an artisan bakery and she will be sharing her experience on this special weekend bread course. You'll learn how four simple ingredients can be combined to produce wonderful breads.
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Creative Writing for Beginners with Helen Hunt
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThis course will cover a variety of different kinds of creative writing. Are you a poet who doesn
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Marvellous Marmalades and More with Carrie O’Regan
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesOur marmalade course is so popular this year we've made it longer! Make the most of this season's sevilles and other citruses to jar up your supply- then use your marmalade in some fantastic sweet and savoury recipes.
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Pat’s Patchwork Bags with Pat Lumsdale
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesDiscover simple patchwork techniques used to make attractive and sturdy bags. On this course we will be making a sturdy bag suitable for carrying files- shopping- craft work etc. The finished size will be 18
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Computer Skills: Get to Know Your iPad with Stephen Green
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThinking of getting an Apple iPad or perhaps you got one for Christmas? This is the course for you! It's a simple beginner's course that will allow you get going with email- photos and more.
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Bobbin Lace for Beginners with Alison Winn
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesHave you always wanted to make lace but are worried that it looks complicated? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills in the art of bobbin lacemaking? This is the ideal course for you.
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Dance Through the Musicals with Annabel Brash
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesHave fun and learn some routines to a variety of dance numbers from your favourite musicals such as Grease- Mamma Mia- Saturday Night Fever- Chicago- Footloose- Hairspray and Slumdog Millionaire.
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Stained Glass: Beginners and Improvers with Anna Conti
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesA further introduction to all sorts of glass colours and textures. Make your own panel or mirror using traditional stained glass techniques- but this time with more concentration on design.
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Coloured Pencil Techniques with Jonathan Newey
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesThis is a course aimed at introducing you to the techniques achievable with coloured pencils. Using photographs supplied by the tutor you will be shown techniques such as colour mixing- layering- blending and sketching.
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Rag Rugs and Recycling with Deborah Hastings
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesAn introduction to four techniques for making rag rugs
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Patchwork and Quilting (OCN Level 1 Unit 2) with Pat Lumsdale
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesStudents will make a comprehensive set of samples by hand and machine- covering the following methods: cathedral window- strip patchwork- curved blocks- and the 'quilt as you go' method of construction.
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Picture It in Collage and Stitch with Richard Box
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Denman in Featured CoursesDo you want to create one of your own designs and translate it into a picture using the combined techniques of fabric collage and both machine and hand embroidery? Then this is your course! Some experience using a darning foot is necessary.
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