Please read our Covid guidelines before booking for workshops and groups.
In the event of delayed opening we will give customers a choice of a refund of workshop tickets or a ticket for a new date.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Macrame Flowers Workshop
Join us to create beautiful large macrame flowers which make lovely home decor! You will learn the basics of macrame including the larkshead knot and different forms of the square knot and once you have practiced and mastered these you will move on to creating a flower.
All materials and instructions included, plus a hot drink!
Painting with Mefisto
Introduction from Mefisto:
Never painted before? Absolutely no problem with my artist step by step guidance!
My painting events are not stuffy formal fine art classes, but alternative Fun art social experience or as I say 'fun art at its finest'! Join with your friends or take part solo, chill and enjoy painting with me-one of your creative, funny local artist. It doesn't matter if you haven't picked up paint brush since school, I will walk you through creating your own masterpiece.
Everyone will be delighted as their blank canvas will transform in one of the kind painting created by you.
I will provide everything you need to complete your artwork.
- chosen subject, paint, canvas, table, brushes, an apron to protect your clothes (but it might be good idea to to wear old clothes, just in case).
Just turn up with a “I can do it” attitude, at least 10 min early. Relax ,have cup of tea and Enjoy Creative process.
This workshop is for adults.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Resin Workshop - Pouring
Resin Workshop
In this workshop we will use epoxy resin and a pouring method to create fabulous wooden and resin coasters and a chopping board. You will learn to mix the resin as well as adding colours and sparkles.
Full tuition and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is the fifth week of a six week block which started on Tuesday 25th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
11:30am - 12:15pm - Spanish with Eva
These Spanish sessions with Eva are lots of fun, with learning taking place in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If we have enough children we will run a beginners session 10:45/11- 11:45.
12:15pm - 1pm Lunch with Child led Home Ed Magazine Group
While the children eat those that want to can carry on creating articles for their own home ed magazine. There is no charge for this - it is a self-led group and is up to the children to decide each week what they would like to do.
1pm - 2:30pm - Musical Theatre and Drama
A fun session where we will look at drama, song and dance and combinations of them all! This session is with Katie.
2:45pm - 3:45pm - Art
For art we are splitting in to two groups. Please book by choosing the group your child would like to mostly be in. There may be times, for example when one group is finishing a project, when we move children about for an odd session. Also if it becomes apparent that a child isn’t in the appropriate group we reserve the right to swap them over, and will let you know if this is the case.
Art 1 - Art with Lisa, looking in depth at different techniques and medium to create detailed pieces of art - great for older children who want to improve their art skills and perhaps prepare for further art study.
Art 2 - Art with Katie, working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Stamford Sling Library
Stamford Sling Library at The Place Stamford
Gemma is back at The Place Stamford offering 20min sling library slots.
Intro to Resin Workshop
Join us to create a selection of beautiful, colourful and sparkly selection of resin items. Choose from bookmarks, coasters, decorations and jewellery. Full instructions and all materials provided, though if you have anything you would like to add to your resin pieces bring it along!
Home Education Day - Friday
This is the final week of a six week block which started on Friday 28th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
Primary Topic Group 10:00am - 11:00am
This fun session will look at various topics each half term, with stories, crafts and cross-curricular activities for children to enjoy. Each session will start with a story, followed by a choice of activities. This group is usually run by Charlotte. You can book this as a block for £36 or weekly for £7pw.
Maths KS3 10:20am - 11:05am
In this session we are covering the KS3 mathematics syllabus. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. In September we will have KS3, pre-GCSE/foundation GCSE and Higher GCSE classes. Katie will be happy to advise which classes students should take in September. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
English 11:10am - 11:55pm
KS3 with Katie
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This term we will be looking Romeo and Juliet using a variety of resources. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approximately 7 - 11 will look at different children’s stories, poems and books each week and complete a variety of activities inspired by the texts. This is a fun session which encourages children’s imaginations and love of literature. This session is with Charlotte. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Business Enterprise 12:40 - 1:25
In this group children are working together in small groups to build a business. Each week will take on a different theme learning skills and knowledge to turn them in to young entrepreneurs. Where possible we will have visiting speakers such as Jess from The Little Business Fairy. We have already covered mind maps, logos, business ideas, business names and slogans. Still to come we will be looking at, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, advertising, social media and lots more. Children will be starting to work on their products that they would like to bring to market. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
If new children would like to join this group then they can either slot in to existing businesses or come up with their own ideas.
This group is run by Jasmine.
Religious Studies 1:30pm - 2:15pm
In this comparative religion unit learners will explore ideas about what we mean about religion, followed by a look at the concepts at the centre of the major religious traditions. Students will look at topics such as ‘What is religion?’, ‘Why do most people believe in only one God’ and ‘are religions really very different?’.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Philosophy 2:25pm - 3:10pm
In this session Tom will be leading students to question everything they think they know! Topics covered may include ‘What is philosophy and is it a waste of time?’, ‘Why should we be good?’ and ‘Is free will really an illusion?’. Students should leave with more questions than they had coming in, and will be building a framework to be able to answer some of these. This session is aimed at children ages 10 - 16.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 11:55am to 12:40pm and we ask that children eat in the workshop room only. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Mosaic Workshop
Join us for this mosaic workshop where you will learn how to cut and shape glass mosaic tiles and pieces to create one or two coasters or hanging decorations.
Full materials and instruction included plus a hot drink.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Intro to Resin Workshop
Join us to create a selection of beautiful, colourful and sparkly selection of resin items. Choose from bookmarks, coasters, decorations and jewellery. Full instructions and all materials provided, though if you have anything you would like to add to your resin pieces bring it along!
Hypnobirthing with Sophie - Part 1
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
Hypnobirthing is a complete antenatal preparation course, with the added benefit of meeting other parents-to-be to find support and friendship. Hypnobirthing can be used for all births – vaginal or c-section, without drugs, or with an epidural, or with as many drugs as you wish. However your baby arrives into this world, completing a course in hypnobirthing will help you understand how your body works, how labour happens, and what your body is capable of. The course is 10 hours in total and includes antenatal information, self hypnosis techniques, breathing methods, and the science behind why hypnobirthing can help you stay confident, calm, and in control of your baby’s birth.
This is part 1, with part two the following week.
Dragon Painting with Whimsical by Ellie
Join Ellie from Whimsical by Ellie to paint your own 3D dragon this Easter. The dragons are 3D printed by Ellie using PLA - a filament made from corn starch and rice waste products. Children (and their grown ups!) can then use acrylic paint and paint pens to colour and decorate their dragons.
This workshop is open to all ages but children under 8 will need a parent to stay with them.
Art & Craft Day
This Easter join us for our children’s art and craft clubs.
Tuesday 8th April
You can choose from two hour sessions, or the full day, 10am - 3pm. If you need an earlier or later drop off please get in touch to discuss.
On these days children will use a range of arts and crafts techniques and medium to create a variety of pieces. We will also have board games available for those that would like to take a break from the arts and crafts.
The two hour sessions are generally suitable for ages 4+ though we ask for an adult to stay for ages 4 - 7. Children ages 8+ can be left with us and may also stay over the lunch break. In this case please send them with a packed lunch, water and snacks. We have refreshments such as squash, cookies, and cakes available in the shop so your child may wish to bring some spending money.
If your child has younger siblings you are welcome to bring them and play in our snug or choose from our drop in crafts during the workshops.
Easter Egg Decorating
Join Naomi from Illustrations By Nomes for some easy breezy Easter fun at these Kid’s Crafts workshops! 🎉
Kids decorate their own wooden Easter eggs while you catch up with your grown up friends over coffee and cake 🍰
When? 9th & 10th April 11am-12:30pm
Where? The Place, 29 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL
All the mess taken care of
All equipment provided
All ages and abilities welcome
£15 per child
Decorate up to 2 eggs each
Book here.
Limited spaces available
Tweens & Teens Needle Felted Flowers
In this Easter holidays Tweens & Teens workshop participants will learn how to make needle felted flowers. Participants will learn how to use felting needles to create the shapes, how to felt around a stick for the stem and create their final 3D flowers. It is possible to make a fee of these flowers to make a beautiful bouquet.
Easter Egg Decorating
Join Naomi from Illustrations By Nomes for some easy breezy Easter fun at these Kid’s Crafts workshops! 🎉
Kids decorate their own wooden Easter eggs while you catch up with your grown up friends over coffee and cake 🍰
When? 9th & 10th April 11am-12:30pm
Where? The Place, 29 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL
All the mess taken care of
All equipment provided
All ages and abilities welcome
£15 per child
Decorate up to 2 eggs each
Book here.
Limited spaces available
Acrylic Painted Wooden Coasters & Hearts
Get to grips with painting with acrylics and create beautiful wooden hearts and coasters with painted seascape designs - perfect for your home or for a special gift. Each person should be able to complete at least two hearts items.
All materials are included and tuition is given, plus the price included a hot drink.
Clay Trinkets and Decorations - Making
Week 1 - 11th April, Making
In this workshop you will be creating air dry clay trinket dishes and decorations using cutters, stamps and textured rollers. You can add words and letters to your pieces. They will be left with us to dry ready for week 2, or you can collect them from us to paint at home.
Week 2 - 18th April, Painting
This week we will be painting and varnishing our clay pieces. If you would like to just come to this week then we will have some pieces made for you to paint. You may need to leave your pieces with us for at least an hour after the workshop for paints and varnish to dry - they can be collected later that day, or at a later date.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Acrylic Painted Wooden Coasters and Hearts
Get to grips with painting with acrylics and create beautiful wooden hearts with painted seascape designs - perfect for your home or for a special gift. Each person should be able to complete at least two items.
All materials are included and tuition is given, plus the price included a hot drink. Suitable for adults and children ages approx 12+
Painting with Mefisto
Introduction from Mefisto:
Never painted before? Absolutely no problem with my artist step by step guidance!
My painting events are not stuffy formal fine art classes, but alternative Fun art social experience or as I say 'fun art at its finest'! Join with your friends or take part solo, chill and enjoy painting with me-one of your creative, funny local artist. It doesn't matter if you haven't picked up paint brush since school, I will walk you through creating your own masterpiece.
Everyone will be delighted as their blank canvas will transform in one of the kind painting created by you.
I will provide everything you need to complete your artwork.
- chosen subject, paint, canvas, table, brushes, an apron to protect your clothes (but it might be good idea to to wear old clothes, just in case).
Just turn up with a “I can do it” attitude, at least 10 min early. Relax ,have cup of tea and Enjoy Creative process.
This workshop is for adults.
Hypnobirthing with Sophie - Part 2
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
Hypnobirthing is a complete antenatal preparation course, with the added benefit of meeting other parents-to-be to find support and friendship. Hypnobirthing can be used for all births – vaginal or c-section, without drugs, or with an epidural, or with as many drugs as you wish. However your baby arrives into this world, completing a course in hypnobirthing will help you understand how your body works, how labour happens, and what your body is capable of. The course is 10 hours in total and includes antenatal information, self hypnosis techniques, breathing methods, and the science behind why hypnobirthing can help you stay confident, calm, and in control of your baby’s birth.
This is part 1, with part two the following week.
Felting with Karen Stewart - Felted Bowls
Wet Felted Bowls
Come and have a fun day, creating a beautiful decorative bowl in a colour and design of your choosing. Perfect as a gift too!
This workshop is 4 hours long and is suitable for those who have not tried wet felting before, or those who have tried some wet felting but want to learn how to create a 3D shape with no stitching.
You will learn not only how to wet felt, but also how to felt around a template and how to use different yarns, silk and plant fibres to decorate. Then just using soap and water and a little ‘elbow grease’ we will felt all the fibres together and create the bowl shape.
All materials are provided, all you need to bring are 2 hand towels and a bag to take your damp bowl home.
Fused Glass Suncatchers Drop In
This Easter join us to make your own fused glass suncatcher. Choose your glass shapes and colours to create a beautiful suncatcher. These will be kiln fired for you and ready to collect at a later date. Slots are running through the day with two slots per half hour. If you would like more than two to come at the same time then get in touch and we can arrange it.
Suitable for ages 8+
Younger siblings are welcome to come at the same time and choose from our drop in boxes.
Crepe Paper Flowers with Jane
Join Jane from Circa Flora between 10am-3pm to make some realistic daffodils from crepe paper. Fresh daffodils last a week if you’re lucky - your crepe paper ones will serve you year after year. You will make 5 flowers and 2 buds and will be able to take away supplies to make more if you would like.
This workshop is aimed at adults and the price includes a hot drink.
Flower & String Art Boards
Create a beautiful flower picture on a rustic wooden chopping board using string art and dried flowers.
All materials and instructions will be given and you will leave with a beautiful piece of art! Hot drinks also included.
Art & Craft Club
This Easter join us for our children’s art and craft clubs.
In this art club children will use a range of arts and crafts techniques and medium to their art. We may work on one large piece or a number of smaller pieces of art.
This art club is suiabtl for ages approx 8 - 12.
We have refreshments such as squash, cookies, and cakes available in the shop so your child may wish to bring some spending money.
If your child has younger siblings you are welcome to bring them and play in our snug or choose from our drop in crafts during the workshops.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Clay Trinkets and Decorations - Painting
Week 2 - 18th April, Painting
This week we will be painting and varnishing clay trinket dishes and decorations. If you joined us for week 1 you will have your own pieces to paint, otherwise we will have a variety of pieces made for you to choose and paint. You may need to leave your pieces with us for at least an hour after the workshop for paints and varnish to dry - they can be collected later that day, or at a later date.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Jesmonite Workshop
Jesmonite Resin Workshop
Learn how to mix and colour Jesmonite and create items such as coasters, candle holders and pendants. Add coloured jesmonite chips to your resin to create a tereazzo effect. For items such as coasters you can also use an acrylic seal for water protection. You will need to leave at least some of your items to finish hardening and collect at a later date.
All materials and full instructions included plus a hot drink.
Affirmation Plaques
Create a plaque using a mixture of mediums such as acrylic paints and paint pens. We will have range of affirmation (and some funny sayings!) stencils ready or we can cut your choice of words - either send them to us in advance, or we can cut them on the cricut at the start of the workshop.
All materials are included and the price even includes a hot drink.
Boats in Ink & Watercolour with Karin Christensen
Boats can have a lot of personality. Join artist Karin Christensen for a day of painting boats using inks and watercolours. We will play with different techniques to create strong lines and texture, and also experiment with mixing inks and watercolours.
See more or Karin’s work and style on her website at www.karinchristensen.com
Price includes quality materials and refreshments. This workshop is suitable for adults of all abilities.
Fimo and Metallic Leaf
In this fimo workshop we will be working with diffferent types of fimo including fimo soft, translucent and metallic/glitter. We will mix colours and translucent clay together with metallic leaf and mica powders to create beautiful slabs that can then be cut using our wide range of cutters to make jewellery, keyrings and more.
Your fimo pieces will be cooked over the following week ready for you to collect. You may want to book a UV resin workshop or drop in slot to add UV resin on to your pieces once they are cooked.
Full instructions and materials included plus a hot drink.
Silver Jewellery Workshop - Stacking Rings
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you can make a set of three stacking rings. You will learn to measure and cut your rings, how to solder and how to hammer and create texture. They will all then be tumbled to make them nice and shiny! You can stay for this part or collect it at a later date.
All materials and tuition included. As there are hazardous tools using such as saws and blow torches this workshop is recommended for adults, however responsible young adults ages 16 and 17 can also take part with a parent - both parent and child will need tickets.
4th Birthday Celebrations
It’s our Birthday!
We have been open for 4 years and we would love you to join us to celebrate.
Birthday Party - Friday 2nd May from 6:30pm
May Exhibition starting Friday 2nd May
Free Mini Workshops running on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th
Free kids drop in crafts over the weekend of 3rd & 4th May
We are kicking the weekend off in style with drinks and nibbles, poetry and book readings, the opening of our May exhibition, crafts to try and more. Join us any time from 6:30pm to celebrate with us. Then, over the weekend we have a variety of free crafts for all the family. Choose from a free mini workshop (age ranges vary please see below) or free drop in crafts for kids.
Free Mini Workshops - book your place now!
Macrame Drop In - Saturday, 10:30am - 11:30am. Learn the art of macrame, start by making a keyring and if time allows move on to a small plant holder. Suitable for adults and teens.
Watercolour Cards - Saturday 1pm - 2pm. Enjoy painting with watercolour and paint flowers to make your own greeting card. Suitable for adults and teens.
Dried Flower Jars - Saturday 2:30pm - 3:30pm. Use decopage glues and dried flowers to create a beautiful dried flower jar, perfect for a tea light or to use as a small vase. Suitable for adults and children ages approx 11+
Needle Felting - Sunday 10:30am - 11:30am. Needle felt your own hanging decorations or garland. Suitable for adults and children approx 8+ (children under 12 need to take part with an adult).
Weaving - Sunday 12pm - 1pm. Use circular or standard looms to weave your own coaster or mini wall hanging. Learn how to take your weaving off the loom. Suitable for all ages. Children under 12 need to take part with am adult.
UV Resin - Sunday 1:30pm - 2:30pm. Learn how to work with UV resin and create your own pendant, earrings and/or keyring. Suitable for adults and teens.
Drop in Crafts - Come along any time over the weekend for a free drop in craft. Children can chose from a range of plaster shapes to paint. They can also complete these while their adult takes part in one of the above mini workshops.
Silver Jewellery Workshop - Stacking Rings
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you can make a set of three stacking rings. You will learn to measure and cut your rings, how to solder and how to hammer and create texture. They will all then be tumbled to make them nice and shiny! You can stay for this part or collect it at a later date.
All materials and tuition included. As there are hazardous tools using such as saws and blow torches this workshop is recommended for adults, however responsible young adults ages 16 and 17 can also take part with a parent - both parent and child will need tickets.
Resin Pictures Workshop
In this resin workshop you will be using a 3D printed picture outline and resin to create a beautiful picture. You will use colours, mica powders, glitters, metallic sheet and resin and glass chips. There will be a range of pictures to choose from including sunflower, hearts and tulips. We will be in touch soon after booking to give you the options for your picture.
This workshop is suitable for beginners or those that have worked with epoxy before, Full instructions given and hot drinks included.
Stamford Sling Library
Stamford Sling Library at The Place Stamford
Gemma is back at The Place Stamford offering 20min sling library slots.
Painting With Wool
Use the art of needle felting to ‘paint with wool’ and create colourful pictures for your home. We will use a mix of single needles and multiple needle holders plus different types of wool to create our art. Full instructions given and hot drink included.
Birds in Ink & Watercolour with Karin Christensen
Join artist Karin Christensen for a day of painting birds in inks and watercolours. We will focus on a colourful puffin and lovely ducks, native to the UK. Lear how to mix inks and watercolours, use a limited palette and build up tonal values. Take home two bird paintings and new inspiration.
See more or Karin’s work and style on her website at www.karinchristensen.com
Price includes quality materials and refreshments. This workshop is suitable for adults of all abilities.
Home Ed Tweens & Teens Craft Workshops - Lino Printing
These monthly craft sessions are aimed at home educated tweens & teens ages 12+ and are a great opportunity to meet other home ed teens while enjoying learning a new craft. Parents are welcome to join in too (they will need their own ticket) or they can choose to leave their child with us or stay on site.
14th May - Lino Printing. Participants will learn how to use blades to cut lino, how to adapt a simple picture to a lino cut thinking about the negative images. They will cut their own lino design and print it on a few greeting cards and a tote bag.
11th June - Shrink Plastic. Participants can design and create items with shrink plastic. We will bake and shrink our designs then have a choice of a gloss varnish or UV resin on top before making the pieces in to items such as keyrings, pendants and earrings.
Intro to Lino Printing
Learn the basics of lino printing and have a go at creating your designs by cutting the lino and rolling/printing. Create a selection of greetings cards, prints and a note book with your design.
This workshop is aimed at adults and children ages 12+
Intro to Lino Printing
Learn the basics of lino printing and have a go at creating your designs by cutting the lino and rolling/printing. Create a selection of greetings cards, prints and a note book with your design.
This workshop is aimed at adults and children ages 12+
Pyrography Workshop
Have a go at the art of pyrography. Use our pyrography pens to draw patterns and pictures on to wood slice decorations and a chopping board. We will provide some inspiration, instructions and advice and a hot drink.
Crepe Paper Flowers with Jane
Join Jane from Circa Flora between 10am-3pm to make some realistic daffodils from crepe paper. Fresh daffodils last a week if you’re lucky - your crepe paper ones will serve you year after year. You will make 5 flowers and 2 buds and will be able to take away supplies to make more if you would like.
This workshop is aimed at adults and the price includes a hot drink.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Stamford Sling Library
Stamford Sling Library at The Place Stamford
Gemma is back at The Place Stamford offering 20min sling library slots.
Mosaic Garden Stakes
Join us for this mosaic workshop where we will be making circular mosaic garden stakes. You will learn how to cut and shape glass mosaic tiles and pieces and grout your mosaics to create one or two garden stakes.
Full materials and instruction included plus a hot drink.
Silver Workshop - Bangle and charm
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you will be using silver wire to create a bangle. You will then use silver clay to make a small charm to attach to your bangle. You can choose from a selection of textured rollers, stamps, cutters and moulds with your silver clay. You will learn skills involving cutting the wire, soldering, hammering and texturing, You will use a blow torch to fire the silver clay. We will show you how to add and solder a jump ring to attach your charm to the pendant.They will all then be tumbled to make them nice and shiny! You can stay for the last half hour for this or collect it at a later date.
All materials and tuition included. As there are hazardous tools using such as saws and blow torches this workshop is recommended for adults, however responsible young adults ages 16 and 17 can also take part with a parent - both parent and child will need tickets.
Mosaic Garden Stakes
Join us for this mosaic workshop where we will be making circular mosaic garden stakes. You will learn how to cut and shape glass mosaic tiles and pieces and grout your mosaics to create one or two garden stakes.
Full materials and instruction included plus a hot drink.
Home Ed Tweens & Teens Craft Workshops - Shrink Plastic
These monthly craft sessions are aimed at home educated tweens & teens ages 12+ and are a great opportunity to meet other home ed teens while enjoying learning a new craft. Parents are welcome to join in too (they will need their own ticket) or they can choose to leave their child with us or stay on site.
11th June - Shrink Plastic. Participants can design and create items with shrink plastic. We will bake and shrink our designs then have a choice of a gloss varnish or UV resin on top before making the pieces in to items such as keyrings, pendants and earrings.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Intro to Resin Workshop
Join us to create a selection of beautiful, colourful and sparkly selection of resin items. Choose from bookmarks, coasters, decorations and jewellery. Full instructions and all materials provided, though if you have anything you would like to add to your resin pieces bring it along!
Sewing Workshop - Raw Edge Applique
Join us for a fun sewing workshop suitable for beginners. Use patterned fabrics to create pictures using sewing machine embroidery. For complete beginners we will start by showing you how to use a sewing machine. You can use one of ours (machines will be allocated one between two) or bring your own. When you have got to grips with the basics it’s time to sew. Cut and layer fabric, sewing as you go to create lovely greeting cards.
Full instructions all materials and a hot drink included.
Sewing Workshop - Raw Edge Applique
Join us for a fun sewing workshop suitable for beginners. Use patterned fabrics to create pictures using sewing machine embroidery. For complete beginners we will start by showing you how to use a sewing machine. You can use one of ours (machines will be allocated one between two) or bring your own. When you have got to grips with the basics it’s time to sew. Cut and layer fabric, sewing as you go to create lovely greeting cards.
Full instructions all materials and a hot drink included.
Felting with Karen Stewart - Felted Pictures
Spend a day relaxing, ‘painting with wool’ and go home with a beautiful piece of felted artwork for you or a loved one.
This workshop is an excellent introduction to wet felting. You will not only learn how to handle and lay out the wool fibre, but also how to create beautiful texture and details using a mixture of wool, silk and plant fibres. Then using just soap and water we will felt all the fibres together to create the final picture. Your finished picture will measure approximately 30x30cm.
This workshop is from 10am to 4pm. All materials are provided, all you need to bring are 2 hand towels and a bag to take your damp picture home in.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Paint Your House with Karin Christensen
Paint a portrait of your home in ink and watercolours
Would you like to paint your house or the home of someone you know, perhaps as a present for them?
Join me for a day of step by step instructions on how to build up a painting of your image.
Learn how to work in layers, combine fine liners with watercolour, paint stonework and other building features and create depth in your artwork.
Take home your portrait.
Open to everyone
Small group and individual feedback
Quality artist materials included
Refreshments included
£ 62.50
With artist Karin Christensen www.karinchristensen.com Instagram: karin.sketching
Stamford Sling Library
Stamford Sling Library at The Place Stamford
Gemma is back at The Place Stamford offering 20min sling library slots.
Silver Jewellery Workshop - Ring and Silver Clay Topper
In this workshop you will be using silver clay to create a topper for a ring. You will measure, shape, solder and texture your own ring and then attach your topper. Your ring will then be tumbled to make it nice and shiny! You can stay for this part or collect it at a later date.
All materials and tuition is included. As there are hazardous tools using such as saws and blow torches this workshop is recommended for adults, however responsible young adults ages 16 and 17 can also take part with a parent - both parent and child will need tickets.
Resin Pictures Workshop
In this resin workshop you will be using a 3D printed picture outline and resin to create a beautiful picture. You will use colours, mica powders, glitters, metallic sheet and resin and glass chips. There will be a range of pictures to choose from including sunflower, hearts and tulips. We will be in touch soon after booking to give you the options for your picture.
This workshop is suitable for beginners or those that have worked with epoxy before, Full instructions given and hot drinks included.
Watercolour Cards, Tags and Bags
In this watercolour workshop we will be creating whimsical mini paintings such as flowers, birds, balloons and mushrooms, using watercolour and pen. We will use them to decorate and create a variety of tags, gift bags and greeting cards perfect for any upcoming birthdays.
This workshop is suitable for complete beginners, or those that would just like to come and paint in a social group. The price includes a hot drink.
Resin Pictures Workshop
In this resin workshop you will be using a 3D printed picture outline and resin to create a beautiful picture. You will use colours, mica powders, glitters, metallic sheet and resin and glass chips. There will be a range of pictures to choose from including sunflower, hearts and tulips. We will be in touch soon after booking to give you the options for your picture.
This workshop is suitable for beginners or those that have worked with epoxy before, Full instructions given and hot drinks included.
Lino Printing - Tote Bag and Cards
Learn the basics of lino printing and have a go at creating your designs by cutting the lino and rolling/printing. Create a selection of greetings cards, prints and a note book with your design.
This workshop is aimed at adults and children ages 12+
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
UV Resin Workshop
Learn how to work with UV resin to create earrings, pendants, keyrings and more. Also learn how to use UV resin to layer on top of items such as shrink plastic.
All materials and full tuition included plus a hot drink.
UV Resin Workshop
Learn how to work with UV resin to create earrings, pendants, keyrings and more. Also learn how to use UV resin to layer on top of items such as shrink plastic.
All materials and full tuition included plus a hot drink.
Intro to Lino Printing
Learn the basics of lino printing and have a go at creating your designs by cutting the lino and rolling/printing. Create a selection of greetings cards, prints and a note book with your design.
This workshop is aimed at adults and children ages 12+
Flowers in Inks and Watercolour with Karin Christensen
Join me for a fun day of painting colourful images of flowers in inks and watercolours.
Experimenting with the combination of fluid inks and high quality watercolours, you will create strong and colourful paintings with your individual style.
Learn how to combine fluid inks with watercolours and practice painting in a loose style.
Take home your colourful artworks, new ideas and inspiration.
Open to everyone
Small group and individual feedback
Quality artist materials included
Refreshments included
£ 62.50
With artist Karin Christensen
www.karinchristensen.com Instagram: karin.sketching
Intro to Resin Workshop
Join us to create a selection of beautiful, colourful and sparkly selection of resin items. Choose from bookmarks, coasters, decorations and jewellery. Full instructions and all materials provided, though if you have anything you would like to add to your resin pieces bring it along!
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Home Education Day - Friday
This is the fifth week of a six week block which started on Friday 28th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
Primary Topic Group 10:00am - 11:00am
This fun session will look at various topics each half term, with stories, crafts and cross-curricular activities for children to enjoy. Each session will start with a story, followed by a choice of activities. This group is usually run by Charlotte. You can book this as a block for £36 or weekly for £7pw.
Maths KS3 10:20am - 11:05am
In this session we are covering the KS3 mathematics syllabus. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. In September we will have KS3, pre-GCSE/foundation GCSE and Higher GCSE classes. Katie will be happy to advise which classes students should take in September. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
English 11:10am - 11:55pm
KS3 with Katie
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This term we will be looking Romeo and Juliet using a variety of resources. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approximately 7 - 11 will look at different children’s stories, poems and books each week and complete a variety of activities inspired by the texts. This is a fun session which encourages children’s imaginations and love of literature. This session is with Charlotte. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Business Enterprise 12:40 - 1:25
In this group children are working together in small groups to build a business. Each week will take on a different theme learning skills and knowledge to turn them in to young entrepreneurs. Where possible we will have visiting speakers such as Jess from The Little Business Fairy. We have already covered mind maps, logos, business ideas, business names and slogans. Still to come we will be looking at, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, advertising, social media and lots more. Children will be starting to work on their products that they would like to bring to market. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
If new children would like to join this group then they can either slot in to existing businesses or come up with their own ideas.
This group is run by Jasmine.
Religious Studies 1:30pm - 2:15pm
In this comparative religion unit learners will explore ideas about what we mean about religion, followed by a look at the concepts at the centre of the major religious traditions. Students will look at topics such as ‘What is religion?’, ‘Why do most people believe in only one God’ and ‘are religions really very different?’.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Philosophy 2:25pm - 3:10pm
In this session Tom will be leading students to question everything they think they know! Topics covered may include ‘What is philosophy and is it a waste of time?’, ‘Why should we be good?’ and ‘Is free will really an illusion?’. Students should leave with more questions than they had coming in, and will be building a framework to be able to answer some of these. This session is aimed at children ages 10 - 16.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 11:55am to 12:40pm and we ask that children eat in the workshop room only. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Macrame Flowers Workshop
Join us to create beautiful large macrame flowers which make lovely home decor! You will learn the basics of macrame including the larkshead knot and different forms of the square knot and once you have practiced and mastered these you will move on to creating a flower.
All materials and instructions included, plus a hot drink!
Crochet and Craft
Join us on a Thursday afternoon for our crochet and craft session.
Crochet - suitable for complete beginners who can learn how to get started with crochet - they may just learn to chain and then take their crochet upstairs to continue practising. Those that can already chain or how a basic stitch can make a hair bobble, wind spinner or granny square.
Craft - bring your own crafts along or choose from our wide range of craft boxes to try out something new.
Book in advance or turn up on the day.
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is the fifth week of a six week block which started on Tuesday 25th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
11:30am - 12:15pm - Spanish with Eva
These Spanish sessions with Eva are lots of fun, with learning taking place in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If we have enough children we will run a beginners session 10:45/11- 11:45.
12:15pm - 1pm Lunch with Child led Home Ed Magazine Group
While the children eat those that want to can carry on creating articles for their own home ed magazine. There is no charge for this - it is a self-led group and is up to the children to decide each week what they would like to do.
1pm - 2:30pm - Musical Theatre and Drama
A fun session where we will look at drama, song and dance and combinations of them all! This session is with Katie.
2:45pm - 3:45pm - Art
For art we are splitting in to two groups. Please book by choosing the group your child would like to mostly be in. There may be times, for example when one group is finishing a project, when we move children about for an odd session. Also if it becomes apparent that a child isn’t in the appropriate group we reserve the right to swap them over, and will let you know if this is the case.
Art 1 - Art with Lisa, looking in depth at different techniques and medium to create detailed pieces of art - great for older children who want to improve their art skills and perhaps prepare for further art study.
Art 2 - Art with Katie, working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Watercolour Flower Cards
In this watercolour workshop you will learn how to paint a variety of different flowers and leaves before using your paintings to create greetings cards. Perfect for Mothers day, Birthdays, Thank you cards and more. You should have enough time to make at least two cards and can choose from bouquet cards, wreath cards and single flowers.
This workshop is suitable for adults and teens aged approximately 12+. It is for complete beginners, or those that would just like to come and paint in a social group. The price includes a hot drink.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Fused Glass Workshop
Fused Glass Workshop
Create a picture, arch or suncatchers by cutting, grinding and layering coloured glass. You will leave your pieces with us for firing and they will usually be completed within a couple of weeks.
This workshop is aimed at adults and also suitable for young people ages 16+.
All materials and instructions are included in the price, plus a hot drink.
Home Education Day - Friday
This is the fourth week of a six week block which started on Friday 28th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
Primary Topic Group 10:00am - 11:00am
This fun session will look at various topics each half term, with stories, crafts and cross-curricular activities for children to enjoy. Each session will start with a story, followed by a choice of activities. This group is usually run by Charlotte. You can book this as a block for £36 or weekly for £7pw.
Maths KS3 10:20am - 11:05am
In this session we are covering the KS3 mathematics syllabus. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. In September we will have KS3, pre-GCSE/foundation GCSE and Higher GCSE classes. Katie will be happy to advise which classes students should take in September. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
English 11:10am - 11:55pm
KS3 with Katie
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This term we will be looking Romeo and Juliet using a variety of resources. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approximately 7 - 11 will look at different children’s stories, poems and books each week and complete a variety of activities inspired by the texts. This is a fun session which encourages children’s imaginations and love of literature. This session is with Charlotte. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Business Enterprise 12:40 - 1:25
In this group children are working together in small groups to build a business. Each week will take on a different theme learning skills and knowledge to turn them in to young entrepreneurs. Where possible we will have visiting speakers such as Jess from The Little Business Fairy. We have already covered mind maps, logos, business ideas, business names and slogans. Still to come we will be looking at, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, advertising, social media and lots more. Children will be starting to work on their products that they would like to bring to market. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
If new children would like to join this group then they can either slot in to existing businesses or come up with their own ideas.
This group is run by Jasmine.
Religious Studies 1:30pm - 2:15pm
In this comparative religion unit learners will explore ideas about what we mean about religion, followed by a look at the concepts at the centre of the major religious traditions. Students will look at topics such as ‘What is religion?’, ‘Why do most people believe in only one God’ and ‘are religions really very different?’.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Philosophy 2:25pm - 3:10pm
In this session Tom will be leading students to question everything they think they know! Topics covered may include ‘What is philosophy and is it a waste of time?’, ‘Why should we be good?’ and ‘Is free will really an illusion?’. Students should leave with more questions than they had coming in, and will be building a framework to be able to answer some of these. This session is aimed at children ages 10 - 16.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 11:55am to 12:40pm and we ask that children eat in the workshop room only. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Crochet and Craft
Join us on a Thursday afternoon for our crochet and craft session.
Crochet - suitable for complete beginners who can learn how to get started with crochet - they may just learn to chain and then take their crochet upstairs to continue practising. Those that can already chain or how a basic stitch can make a hair bobble, wind spinner or granny square.
Craft - bring your own crafts along or choose from our wide range of craft boxes to try out something new.
Book in advance or turn up on the day.
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is the fourth week of a six week block which started on Tuesday 25th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
11:30am - 12:15pm - Spanish with Eva
These Spanish sessions with Eva are lots of fun, with learning taking place in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If we have enough children we will run a beginners session 10:45/11- 11:45.
12:15pm - 1pm Lunch with Child led Home Ed Magazine Group
While the children eat those that want to can carry on creating articles for their own home ed magazine. There is no charge for this - it is a self-led group and is up to the children to decide each week what they would like to do.
1pm - 2:30pm - Musical Theatre and Drama
A fun session where we will look at drama, song and dance and combinations of them all! This session is with Katie.
2:45pm - 3:45pm - Art
For art we are splitting in to two groups. Please book by choosing the group your child would like to mostly be in. There may be times, for example when one group is finishing a project, when we move children about for an odd session. Also if it becomes apparent that a child isn’t in the appropriate group we reserve the right to swap them over, and will let you know if this is the case.
Art 1 - Art with Lisa, looking in depth at different techniques and medium to create detailed pieces of art - great for older children who want to improve their art skills and perhaps prepare for further art study.
Art 2 - Art with Katie, working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
3D Stick Frames
In this workshop we will be making fun 3D hexagonal frames from lolly sticks! We will colour the sticks then use hot glue to create the 3D structures that can be used as frames or a lightweight shelves.
This workshop is suitable for adults and children ages 11+. The price includes all materials plus a hot drink.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Home Education Day - Friday
This is the third week of a six week block which started on Friday 28th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
Primary Topic Group 10:00am - 11:00am
This fun session will look at various topics each half term, with stories, crafts and cross-curricular activities for children to enjoy. Each session will start with a story, followed by a choice of activities. This group is usually run by Charlotte. You can book this as a block for £36 or weekly for £7pw.
Maths KS3 10:20am - 11:05am
In this session we are covering the KS3 mathematics syllabus. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. In September we will have KS3, pre-GCSE/foundation GCSE and Higher GCSE classes. Katie will be happy to advise which classes students should take in September. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
English 11:10am - 11:55pm
KS3 with Katie
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This term we will be looking Romeo and Juliet using a variety of resources. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approximately 7 - 11 will look at different children’s stories, poems and books each week and complete a variety of activities inspired by the texts. This is a fun session which encourages children’s imaginations and love of literature. This session is with Charlotte. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Business Enterprise 12:40 - 1:25
In this group children are working together in small groups to build a business. Each week will take on a different theme learning skills and knowledge to turn them in to young entrepreneurs. Where possible we will have visiting speakers such as Jess from The Little Business Fairy. We have already covered mind maps, logos, business ideas, business names and slogans. Still to come we will be looking at, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, advertising, social media and lots more. Children will be starting to work on their products that they would like to bring to market. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
If new children would like to join this group then they can either slot in to existing businesses or come up with their own ideas.
This group is run by Jasmine.
Religious Studies 1:30pm - 2:15pm
In this comparative religion unit learners will explore ideas about what we mean about religion, followed by a look at the concepts at the centre of the major religious traditions. Students will look at topics such as ‘What is religion?’, ‘Why do most people believe in only one God’ and ‘are religions really very different?’.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Philosophy 2:25pm - 3:10pm
In this session Tom will be leading students to question everything they think they know! Topics covered may include ‘What is philosophy and is it a waste of time?’, ‘Why should we be good?’ and ‘Is free will really an illusion?’. Students should leave with more questions than they had coming in, and will be building a framework to be able to answer some of these. This session is aimed at children ages 10 - 16.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 11:55am to 12:40pm and we ask that children eat in the workshop room only. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
3D Stick Frames
In this workshop we will be making fun 3D hexagonal frames from lolly sticks! We will colour the sticks then use hot glue to create the 3D structures that can be used as frames or a lightweight shelves.
This workshop is suitable for adults and children ages 11+. The price includes all materials plus a hot drink.
Crochet and Craft
Join us on a Thursday afternoon for our crochet and craft session.
Crochet - suitable for complete beginners who can learn how to get started with crochet - they may just learn to chain and then take their crochet upstairs to continue practising. Those that can already chain or how a basic stitch can make a hair bobble, wind spinner or granny square.
Craft - bring your own crafts along or choose from our wide range of craft boxes to try out something new.
Book in advance or turn up on the day.
Home Ed Tweens & Teens Craft Workshops - Resin
These monthly craft sessions are aimed at home educated tweens & teens ages 12+ and are a great opportunity to meet other home ed teens while enjoying learning a new craft. Parents are welcome to join in too (they will need their own ticket) or they can choose to leave their child with us or stay on site.
12th March - Resin. Participants will learn how to measure, mix and colour epoxy resin, they can choose from colours and glitters to add to their resin and/or add in dried flowers. They can make items such as trinket trays, bookmarks, coasters and jewellery.
9th April - Needle Felted Flowers. Participants will learn how to needle felt and use their pieces to create 3D flowers, complete with stems.
14th May - Lino Printing. Participants will learn how to use blades to cut lino, how to adapt a simple picture to a lino cut thinking about the negative images. They will cut their own lino design and print it on a few greeting cards and a tote bag.
11th June - Shrink Plastic. Participants can design and create items with shrink plastic. We will bake and shrink our designs then have a choice of a gloss varnish or UV resin on top before making the pieces in to items such as keyrings, pendants and earrings.
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is the third week of a six week block which started on Tuesday 25th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
11:30am - 12:15pm - Spanish with Eva
These Spanish sessions with Eva are lots of fun, with learning taking place in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If we have enough children we will run a beginners session 10:45/11- 11:45.
12:15pm - 1pm Lunch with Child led Home Ed Magazine Group
While the children eat those that want to can carry on creating articles for their own home ed magazine. There is no charge for this - it is a self-led group and is up to the children to decide each week what they would like to do.
1pm - 2:30pm - Musical Theatre and Drama
A fun session where we will look at drama, song and dance and combinations of them all! This session is with Katie.
2:45pm - 3:45pm - Art
For art we are splitting in to two groups. Please book by choosing the group your child would like to mostly be in. There may be times, for example when one group is finishing a project, when we move children about for an odd session. Also if it becomes apparent that a child isn’t in the appropriate group we reserve the right to swap them over, and will let you know if this is the case.
Art 1 - Art with Lisa, looking in depth at different techniques and medium to create detailed pieces of art - great for older children who want to improve their art skills and perhaps prepare for further art study.
Art 2 - Art with Katie, working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club aimed at children ages approximately 8 - 12. In this group we will be working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination. Unfinished projects can be either taken home to complete or we can keep them until the child artist next joins us.
Example projects could include watercolours, sewing, printing, card making, drawing and lots more!
Colourful Flowers in Watercolour with Karin Christensen
As spring is approaching, join artist Karin Christensen for a morning of painting colourful flowers in watercolours. Practice wet in wet technique for painting in a loose style, and learn ways of creating texture in your art.
See more or Karin’s work and style on her website at www.karinchristensen.com
Price includes quality materials and refreshments. This workshop is suitable for adults of all abilities.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Home Education Day - Friday
This is the second week of a six week block starting on Friday 28th February. Book on this page for the Philosophy or Religious Studies sessions. If you would like to join any of the other lessons please send us an email.
Primary Topic Group 10:00am - 11:00am
This fun session will look at various topics each half term, with stories, crafts and cross-curricular activities for children to enjoy. Each session will start with a story, followed by a choice of activities. This group is usually run by Charlotte. You can book this as a block for £36 or weekly for £7pw.
Maths KS3 10:20am - 11:05am
In this session we are covering the KS3 mathematics syllabus. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. In September we will have KS3, pre-GCSE/foundation GCSE and Higher GCSE classes. Katie will be happy to advise which classes students should take in September. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
English 11:10am - 11:55pm
KS3 with Katie
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This term we will be looking Romeo and Juliet using a variety of resources. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approximately 7 - 11 will look at different children’s stories, poems and books each week and complete a variety of activities inspired by the texts. This is a fun session which encourages children’s imaginations and love of literature. This session is with Charlotte. For the final week we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run a ‘Masked Party’ to celebrate the end of term, with Romeo & Juliet themed activities and challenges.
Business Enterprise 12:40 - 1:25
In this group children are working together in small groups to build a business. Each week will take on a different theme learning skills and knowledge to turn them in to young entrepreneurs. Where possible we will have visiting speakers such as Jess from The Little Business Fairy. We have already covered mind maps, logos, business ideas, business names and slogans. Still to come we will be looking at, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, advertising, social media and lots more. Children will be starting to work on their products that they would like to bring to market. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
If new children would like to join this group then they can either slot in to existing businesses or come up with their own ideas.
This group is run by Jasmine.
Religious Studies 1:30pm - 2:15pm
In this comparative religion unit learners will explore ideas about what we mean about religion, followed by a look at the concepts at the centre of the major religious traditions. Students will look at topics such as ‘What is religion?’, ‘Why do most people believe in only one God’ and ‘are religions really very different?’.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Philosophy 2:25pm - 3:10pm
In this session Tom will be leading students to question everything they think they know! Topics covered may include ‘What is philosophy and is it a waste of time?’, ‘Why should we be good?’ and ‘Is free will really an illusion?’. Students should leave with more questions than they had coming in, and will be building a framework to be able to answer some of these. This session is aimed at children ages 10 - 16.
This session is run by Tom, a RS and Philososphy teacher and home educating dad. It is aimed mainly at ages approx 10 - 16 though older children are very welcome to join.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 11:55am to 12:40pm and we ask that children eat in the workshop room only. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Crochet Drop In
Join Lisa for this half term crochet drop in. Complete beginners can learn how to get started with crochet - they may just learn to chain and then take their crochet upstairs to continue practising. Those that can already chain or how a basic stitch can make a hair bobble, wind spinner or granny square.
Slots run every 30mins. After you 30mins you are welcome to continue crocheting in our upstairs rooms.
Due to part of this workshop being unsupervised children under 10 will need an adults to stay with them.
We have opened up two slots every half hour - if three or more friends would like to come together just get in touch and we can book you in.
Although this is a bookable event if there are spaces still available on the day then you can just drop in.
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is the second week of a six week block starting on Tuesday 25th February. If you would like to join any of the lessons please send us an email.
11:30am - 12:15pm - Spanish with Eva
These Spanish sessions with Eva are lots of fun, with learning taking place in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If we have enough children we will run a beginners session 10:45/11- 11:45.
12:15pm - 1pm Lunch with Child led Home Ed Magazine Group
While the children eat those that want to can carry on creating articles for their own home ed magazine. There is no charge for this - it is a self-led group and is up to the children to decide each week what they would like to do.
1pm - 2:30pm - Musical Theatre and Drama
A fun session where we will look at drama, song and dance and combinations of them all! This session is with Katie.
2:45pm - 3:45pm - Art
For art we are splitting in to two groups. Please book by choosing the group your child would like to mostly be in. There may be times, for example when one group is finishing a project, when we move children about for an odd session. Also if it becomes apparent that a child isn’t in the appropriate group we reserve the right to swap them over, and will let you know if this is the case.
Art 1 - Art with Lisa, looking in depth at different techniques and medium to create detailed pieces of art - great for older children who want to improve their art skills and perhaps prepare for further art study.
Art 2 - Art with Katie, working on different projects or with a different medium each week, sometimes looking at different artists and taking inspiration from various sources. Great for those who want to create projects using inspiration and their imagination.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place.
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.
Drop in and Craft
Drop in to The Place Stamford and choose from a wide range of arts and crafts with something for all ages! Little ones can choose from plaster shapes to paint, or create some art with out mixed craft boxes and art projects. Crafters of all ages can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing, painting, weaving, felting and more. All materials are included, instructions are given to get you started and we will then be around to help if you need it!
Coffees and cakes are available to buy too!
Mosaic Workshop
Join us for this extended mosaic workshop. As this workshop is longer than usual we will have time to shape and grind the glass for our pieces, or create a larger piece or pair of coasters.
We will cut and arrange mosaic tiles to create beautiful coasters, hanging decorations or a larger mat/picture.
Full materials and instruction included plus a hot drink. This workshop is suitable for adults and children ages 11+.