Leeds Adult
Learning

Fabricated Creations

Create different fabric projects each week using needlecraft and stitchery techniques to develop new skills and revisit old ones. Make fun pieces including felt brooches, patchworks, quilting, fabric bears, cushion covers and embroidery. (more)

Wed, Nov 07, 2018 to Wed, Dec 12 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Papercutting

An introduction to the mindful art of papercutting. You will explore the different techniques - moving from easy shapes to more complicated patterns and how to use infills to create colour. Make your own artwork to frame for your home or gift to someone special. (more)

Thu, Nov 15, 2018 to Thu, Nov 15 2018
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Family Photography

Learn the tricks and techniques used to capture great family images - whether that's children, individuals or a whole group. Use posing, lighting and placement for a professional shot. (more)

Thu, Nov 15, 2018 to Thu, Nov 15 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Photographing Your Pet

Want to take professional-looking portraits of your pets? Find out how to pose your pooch or get the best shot of your guinea pig! Receive hints, tips and practical advice. (more)

Thu, Nov 22, 2018 to Thu, Nov 22 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Making Banners

Banners are iconic, innovative and individual. Using basic textile and mixed media techniques, you will learn how to design and make a banner for decoration or protest, to get your message out to the world! (more)

Thu, Nov 29, 2018 to Thu, Nov 29 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Christmas Cards

A short course designed to help you hand make last minute cards for Christmas. Create a personalised range of festive cards for family and friends - bring along your ideas or let us inspire you! (more)

Wed, Dec 05, 2018 to Wed, Dec 12 2018
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Make Your Own Journal

Using a variety of materials, create your own journal/art book. We will begin by building your pages up from the inside and then decorating your cover - handcrafting a completely personalised book that can be used for anything you wish! (more)

Thu, Dec 06, 2018 to Thu, Dec 06 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Printworks

Do you love screen-printed textiles and are curious to find out more about the process? This short course will explore the basics of screen and lino printing and the versatility of these different techniques. Learn how to design your own screen and print onto paper, a bag and a t-shirt.…(more)

Thu, Oct 18, 2018 to Thu, Nov 15 2018
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Crafty Cards

Master the art of creating cards from scratch. Explore a range of designs and try different techniques, creating special shapes, 3D formats, bespoke and batch making - crafting a selection of cards for the occasion of your choice. (more)

Thu, Nov 22, 2018 to Thu, Dec 13 2018
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Woodwork for Women

An open, accessible introduction to woodworking and woodturning techniques, including using hand and power tools. Learn about hard and soft woods. Suitable for beginners, those who have completed the previous course and those wishing to build on existing skills. (more)

Tue, Nov 06, 2018 to Tue, Dec 11 2018
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Felting for Beginners

Try your hand at felting - using fibres and a bit of elbow grease you will create a small felted picture. Master the basic techniques of the easy art of felting to produce a piece of artwork to take home and frame, or use in other projects. (more)

Thu, Oct 18, 2018 to Thu, Oct 18 2018
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Making a Masterpiece

A painting course for beginners and those who wish to brush up on their skills. Learn new techniques each week and apply them to your own creative projects. (more)

Thu, Nov 08, 2018 to Thu, Dec 13 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Dress Pattern Making - Term 1 Mon PM

You will learn the basics of pattern cutting in order to create and design your own garments. (more)

Mon, Nov 05, 2018 to Mon, Dec 10 2018
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Sewing Dressmaking Beginners - Term 2 Wed AM

This course will teach learners about the principles of dressmaking including pattern selection and cutting/ fabric selection, tools of the trade and basic alterations. (more)

Wed, Jan 16, 2019 to Wed, Mar 27 2019
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Sewing Dressmaking Beginners - Term 2 Wed PM

This course will teach learners about the principles of dressmaking including pattern selection and cutting/ fabric selection, tools of the trade and basic alterations. (more)

Wed, Jan 16, 2019 to Wed, Mar 27 2019
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

(ACL) Sewing Dressmaking Beginners - Term 3 Wed AM

This course will teach learners about the principles of dressmaking including pattern selection and cutting/ fabric selection, tools of the trade and basic alterations. (more)

Wed, May 01, 2019 to Wed, Jun 26 2019
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Sewing Dressmaking Beginners - Term 3 Wed PM

This course will teach learners about the principles of dressmaking including pattern selection and cutting/ fabric selection, tools of the trade and basic alterations. (more)

Wed, May 01, 2019 to Wed, Jun 26 2019
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Beading and Jewellery Making Term 3 Thur AM

You will learn how to make beautiful beaded items of jewellery including earrings, necklaces and bracelets (more)

Thu, May 02, 2019 to Thu, Jun 27 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Beaded Jewellery @ Building Blocks

Learners will make a variety of beaded jewellery items which they will take home with them. (more)

Thu, Oct 04, 2018 to Thu, Dec 06 2018
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Building Blocks
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd

Beaded Jewellery @ Ingram Road Primary School

Learners will make a variety of beaded jewellery items which they will take home with them. (more)

Tue, Oct 09, 2018 to Tue, Dec 04 2018
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Ingram Road Primary School
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd

Needlework of the Arts & Craft Movement - 649a

The 1900s saw a revival of hand craft work using nature and historical motifs as design inspiration. Jane and May Morris, were two prominent embroiderers of the movement producing works designed by William Morris. We will study designs and techniques of this period. (more)

Sat, Oct 20, 2018 to Sat, Oct 20 2018
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (5 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Basic Photography

Do you own a camera and would like to use it more effectively? You will learn how to frame the perfect shot, set up lighting to improve your image and receive hints and tips on technical functions, to achieve the best out of your camera. (more)

Sat, Oct 13, 2018 to Sat, Oct 13 2018
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Beginners Photography @ SMC

An introduction on how to produce better photos (more)

Thu, Oct 04, 2018 to Thu, Nov 22 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at St Marys Church
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd

Creative Crafts - Kentmere Centre - Term 2 Wed AM

This is an entry level class introducing learners to craft making activities (more)

Wed, Jan 16, 2019 to Wed, Mar 27 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Kentmere Childrens Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Beading and Jewellery Making Term 2 Thur AM

You will learn how to make beautiful beaded items of jewellery including earrings, necklaces and bracelets (more)

Thu, Jan 17, 2019 to Thu, Mar 28 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Creative Crafts Term 2 Thur PM

This is an entry level class introducing learners to craft making activities (more)

Thu, Jan 17, 2019 to Thu, Mar 28 2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Creative Crafts-Kentmere Centre - Term 3 Wed AM

This is an entry level class introducing learners to craft making activities (more)

Wed, May 01, 2019 to Wed, Jun 26 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Kentmere Childrens Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Creative Crafts Term 3 Thur PM

This is an entry level class introducing learners to craft making activities (more)

Thu, May 02, 2019 to Thu, Jun 27 2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College

Arts and Crafts Taster - Richmond Hill

Arts and Crafts taster. Learners will use their creativity to produce an art or craft product within the session. Learners will be able to sign up for arts and crafts courses following the taster and will be consulted about other adult learning opportunities they would like to see happen at…(more)

Wed, Oct 17, 2018 to Wed, Oct 17 2018
1:00 PM to 3:15 PM (2 hours) at Richmond Hill Primary School
Provided by Cardigan Centre

Arts and Crafts Taster - Richmond Hill Primary

Arts and Crafts taster. Learners will use their creativity to produce an art or craft product within the session. Learners will be able to sign up for arts and crafts course following the taster and will be consulted about other adult learning opportunities they would like to see happen at…(more)

Wed, Oct 17, 2018 to Wed, Oct 17 2018
1:00 PM to 3:15 PM (2 hours) at Richmond Hill Primary School
Provided by Cardigan Centre