Leeds Adult
Learning

Design Make Display

This course is all about making hand-crafted items including; bags, pottery, keyrings, candles, decorations and more. You will work with the tutor to decide on the projects you would like to create using different techniques such as sewing. This course will help you develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and…(more)

Thu, Sep 12, 2019 to Thu, Dec 05 2019
10:30 AM to 3:00 PM (5 hours) at Barkston House
Provided by People Matters (West Yorkshire) CIO

Art and Craft

From using paint, clay and textiles, this course is all about working with you to create a range of projects such as paintings, drawings, sculptures and collage. This course will help you develop practical and social skills, make friends and have fun. At the end, you will have an exhibition…(more)

Wed, Sep 11, 2019 to Wed, Dec 04 2019
10:30 AM to 3:00 PM (5 hours) at Barkston House
Provided by People Matters (West Yorkshire) CIO

Sewing - Basic - 552a

A practical sewing course for beginners. You will learn a range of sewing, craft and design skills recorded in a portfolio. (more)

Fri, Sep 20, 2019 to Fri, Dec 06 2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

More Fabricated Creations

A course to improve confidence and build fabric craft skills. Over the 3 weeks you will learn how to use fabric to craft and the course will include: - Hand sewing - Soft toy making This course will be paced according to the needs of the group and will focus…(more)

Wed, Jul 10, 2019 to Wed, Jul 24 2019
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Improve your Painting

Learn new and more complex techniques in painting and experiment with new mediums such as: Oils Brushes Oil Pastels Interference paints This course is suitable for complete beginners or for those who have completed the Foundations of Art course. (more)

Thu, Jul 11, 2019 to Thu, Jul 25 2019
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Make a Cushion Cover

Using basic sewing skills to create an envelope cushion cover, all materials provided. Suitable for beginnners and improvers. (more)

Thu, Jul 11, 2019 to Thu, Jul 11 2019
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Insert a Zip Workshop

Workshop aiming to show individuals how to add a sewn in zip to garments & sewn items. Different types of zip openings will be taught. Suitable for those who can already sew and can bring a machine. (more)

Thu, Jul 11, 2019 to Thu, Jul 11 2019
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Make a Kimono Dressing Gown

Course for those wishing to create a sewn kimono dressing gown using varying sewing techniques - suitable for those who can already sew and use a sewing machine. Bring your own fabric and sewing machine if you have one. (more)

Wed, Jul 17, 2019 to Wed, Jul 17 2019
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Buttonhole Workshop

Learn to insert a sewn buttonhole on yout garment/fabric item. Learn how to measure the correct size and learn how to make different buttonhole shapes. Suitable for those who can use a sewing machine. Please bring your own machine. (more)

Thu, Jul 18, 2019 to Thu, Jul 18 2019
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Pyrography

Using Pyrography pens, learn how to draw and write on wood using a burning tool. Suitable for beginners. Wood and pens provided. (more)

Tue, Jul 23, 2019 to Tue, Jul 23 2019
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Make an A-Line dress

Learn how to make a line dress using simple sewing techniques. This course is suitable for those who can already sew and use a sewing machine. You will need to bring your own fabric and a sewing machine, if you have one. (more)

Wed, Jul 24, 2019 to Wed, Jul 24 2019
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Rainbow Paracord Bracelets 2

Make a paracord bracelet or keyfob, using brightly coloured knotted paracord. All materials provided. Show your pride! (more)

Wed, Jul 24, 2019 to Wed, Jul 24 2019
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Lino Print

Learn how to lino print. Carve a lino block of your choosing, use inks to create patterns on card, paper or fabric. This is an introductory course for beginners and those who have not created their own blocks before. (more)

Thu, Jul 18, 2019 to Thu, Jul 18 2019
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Painting & Drawing - 150

A supported course for people with learning disabilities/difficulties. The opportunity to improve your communication and life skills through this creative arts course. You will be able to experiment with different techniques and materials and explore (more)

Mon, Sep 23, 2019 to Mon, Jun 29 2020
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Advanced Sewing T1

This is an advanced sewing course for people who live in or near Osmondthorpe who want to work on advanced sewing projects. (more)

Thu, Sep 05, 2019 to Thu, Dec 19 2019
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (3 hours) at Osmondthorpe One Stop Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Basic Sewing T1

This course is for students living near Osmondthorpe who want to learn and develop their basic sewing skills/ techniques. It will give students the opportunity to develop both hand and machine sewing skills. (more)

Thu, Sep 05, 2019 to Thu, Dec 19 2019
12:45 PM to 3:15 PM (3 hours) at Osmondthorpe One Stop Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Sewing HW T1

For learners who live in or near Hawksworth Wood with an interest in learning to sew. Students will learn both hand and machine sewing techniques and will work towards individual projects. (more)

Wed, Sep 11, 2019 to Wed, Dec 18 2019
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM (2 hours) at Hawksworth Wood Ymca
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Sewing Compton T1

This course is for students living near Harehills who want to learn and develop basic sewing skills/ techniques. It will give students the opportunity to develop both hand and machine sewing skills. (more)

Wed, Sep 11, 2019 to Wed, Dec 18 2019
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Compton Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Basic Pottery T1

This course is for students with disabilities that attend Osmondthorpe Resource Centre. It is a basic pottery class that allows students to discover the world of pottery and make pots, vases and various individual projects. (more)

Mon, Sep 23, 2019 to Mon, Dec 16 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Osmondthorpe Resource Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Intermediate Pottery T1

This course is for students with disabilities. It is an intermediate level class that allows students to discover the world of pottery through making pots, vases and various other individual projects. (more)

Mon, Sep 23, 2019 to Mon, Dec 16 2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Osmondthorpe Resource Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Advanced Pottery T1

This course is for students with disabilities that attend Osmondthorpe Resource Centre. It is a n advanced pottery class that allows students to discover the world of pottery and make pots, vases and various individual projects. (more)

Wed, Sep 25, 2019 to Wed, Dec 18 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Osmondthorpe Resource Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Introduction to Pottery T1

This course is for students with disabilities who attend Osmondthorpe Resource Centre. It is an int r oduction to pottery class that allows students to discover the world of pottery and make pots, vases and various individual projects. (more)

Thu, Sep 26, 2019 to Thu, Dec 19 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Osmondthorpe Resource Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Pinny & Peg Bags - 670a

What could be more chic, a peg-bag to match your pinny. Vintage sewing fun with Mrs Sew-and-Sew (more)

Sat, Nov 16, 2019 to Sat, Nov 16 2019
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (5 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Round Basket Making

You will make a round basket using willow weaving techniques on this two day course. Come and rediscover this lost craft. (more)

Mon, Jul 22, 2019 to Tue, Jul 23 2019
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (7 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Framed Baskets

Learn how to make a lovely, willow basket on this two day weaving course. You will be able to take home a framed basket with a handle. Ideal for blackberry collecting in the summer. (more)

Tue, Jul 30, 2019 to Wed, Jul 31 2019
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (7 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Knit a cushion cover

Learn how to knitt a simple cushion cover. This course is suitable for beginners (more)

Thu, Jul 18, 2019 to Thu, Jul 18 2019
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Knit a Teddy Bear

Knit a simple teddy bear in a day using basic stitches. Suitable for beginners. All materials provided. (more)

Tue, Jul 23, 2019 to Tue, Jul 23 2019
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Basic Woodwork

This course is for absolute beginners. You wll learn how to use hand and power tools to make a bird box and a simple garden bench. There is a small charge for materials. (more)

Wed, Sep 18, 2019 to Wed, Oct 16 2019
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Basic Woodwork

This course is for absolute beginners. You wll learn how to use hand and ower tools to make a bird box and a simple garden bench. There is a small charge for materials. (more)

Fri, Sep 20, 2019 to Fri, Oct 18 2019
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

(ACL) Beading - Term 1 - Mon am

This is an entry level class introducing learners to the techniques of beading and involves making small jewellery items from beads (more)

Mon, Sep 16, 2019 to Mon, Dec 09 2019
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (3 hours) at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College