Craft Workshops
Welcome to Lake Farms very own Craft Workshop. We offer friendly courses for up to 8 people to ensure you get the best one to one help from our lovely, patient tutors. Our comfortable workshop has parking close by and theres always plenty of free tea & coffee & biscuits available for any course you may choose – you just need to remember to bring your own lunch!
We are constantly adding new Courses so please keep a close watch on this page and our social media pages as they do tend to get booked up quickly.
Payment is required on booking, when you have chosen your course please contact us at info@lakefarm.co.uk providing a contact number and your name and we will process your booking. Payment is non-refundable or transferable.
If you have any questions we are here to help, if you would like a group booking for a Birthday, Girls Day Out or Hen Party with a specific date in mind we will do our very best to accommodate.
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2023
JANUARY 15th 2023 - SOLD OUT
Memory Quilt Making 10-4pm £70 Beginners & Improvers
You can choose a traditional design or why not try your hand at crazy patchwork under the guidance of your experienced tutor? You will leave the workshop with something personal made by you!
We Supply: Wadding, some threads, iron & ironing board, cutting matts, rotary blades, pins, buttons, some fabric.
Please bring Scissors, pins, Sewing Machine if you have one, any Special fabric and trimmings you wish to include.
JANUARY 23rd - SOLD OUT
Willow Weaving Yin Yang Basket 9.30-4pm £65 Beginners & Improvers
Make this unusual Yin Yang basket with flowing curves & asyammertric top. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. All materials are supplied.
FEBRUARY 5th - SOLD OUT
Willow Lunch Bag/Handbag 9.30-4pm £65 Beginners & Improvers
Make this gorgeous, sustainable and stylish handbag ideal for carrying a packed lunch. During the day you will learn several weaving techniques and find out ow willow and rush are grown, harvested and processed. You can add leather or cork handles and add some fragrant English Rus to create texture. and colour. All materials are supplied.
MARCH 5th 2-430pm
Paint An Instant Masterpiece In An Afternoon Beginners & Improvers £35
Such a fun workshop, unleash your creativity and suitable for everyone! Learn the clever techniques used to create your very own masterpiece – take this loveable portrait home with you – create a masterpiece to be proud of.
You will be provided with canvas, paints, bruhes, apron and refreshments. Everything need!
MARCH 26th 930 - 430pm - SOLD OUT
Willow Weaving Berry Basket Beginners & Improvers
Make a sturdy berry collecting basket with a smooth wrapped handle so you will be all prepared for this summer! During the day you will learn several different weaving techniques and you can choose from different natual coloured willows to create your own patterns.All materials and refreshments included please bring your own lunch.
APRIL 1st 10-12 SOLD OUT & 2-4PM Places Available
Easter Wreath Making Beginners & Improvers £35
A lovely workshop creating an Easter Wreath you will be proud of, using a willow wreath as a base and decorating in the gentle colours of Spring under the expert supervision of Debbie our experienced tutor. Morning and afternoon sessions available – 2hrs. All materials and refreshments included.
APRIL 2nd 930 - 430pm
Willow Weaving Trio of Bird Feeders Beginners & Improvers £60
Make 3 stunning willow birdfeeders, one to fill with fat balls, one for seeds and one for a hanging bird table. These make great addiotions to your garden or a thoughtful handmade gift. You will learn how the willow is cut and processed and learn some of the willow weaving techniques. All materials included. Please bring your own lunch.
APRIL 15th 2-4pm
Corn Dolly Workshop Beginners & Improvers £25 Sold Out
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a wonderful craft in danger of being lost. Learn the history of this lovely tradition and make yourself various corn dollies to take home with you. All materials and refreshments included.
MAY 7th 930-430pm
Willow Weaving Yin Yang Basket Beginners & Improvers £50
Make this unusual Yin Yang basket with flowing curves & asymmertric top. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. All materials are supplied.
JUNE 10th 930-430pm - SOLD OUT
Willow Weaving Berry Basket Beginners & Improvers
Make a sturdy berry collecting basket with a smooth wrapped handle so you will be all prepared for this summer! During the day you will learn several different weaving techniques and you can choose from different natual coloured willows to create your own patterns.All materials and refreshments included please bring your own lunch.
JULY 9th 930 - 430pm SOLD OUT
Willow Weaving Round Shopper Basket Beginners & Improvers £65
Make this beautiful round shopping basket with sturdy handle. A strong basket to use for many years to come. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. All materials are supplied. Refreshements included please remember your lunch.
August 6th 930-430pm Sold Out
Willow Weaving Catalan Harvest Basket Beginners & Improvers £65
Make this stunning harvest basket with a Catalan style base, perfect for foraging, collecting vegetables or flowers. During the day you will learn several key weaving techniques and use 2 different varieties of willow. You will find out how willow is grown, harvested and processed. Refreshments included please remember to bring your own lunch.
August 19th 2-4pm
Corn Dolly Workshop Beginners & Improvers £30
Come and spend a relaxing afternoon learning a wonderful craft in danger of being lost. Learn the history of this lovely tradition and make yourself various corn dollies to take home with you. All materials and refreshments included.
September 10th 930- 430pm
Willow Weaving Round Shopper Basket Beginners & Improvers £65
Make this beautiful round shopping basket with sturdy handle. A strong basket to use for many years to come. During the course you will use several different natural coloured willows and apply different weaving techniques to make your basket completely individual. All materials are supplied. Refreshments included please remember your lunch.
Oct 8th 930-430
Willow Weaving Lantern Beginners & Improvers £60
Learn how to weave the prettiest of lanterns using both willow and bark, during the day you will learn several key weaving techniques and at the end have a beautiful hanging lantern to show off. All materials exc lights are supplied. Refreshments included please remember your lunch.
November
Dec 3rd 10-12 & 2-4pm
Christmas Wreath Making Beginners & Improvers £40 SOLD OUT
Come and join us for festive fun making beautiful Christmas Wreaths, enjoy a mince pie and tipple, make new friends and take home a handmade wreath to be proud of. All materials included.