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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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 is back! It is 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!
Sea Glass & Watercolour Pictures
Create your own stunning artwork using watercolour paints, sea glass and acrylic paint pens. All materials, step by step tuition and even a frame included! If you have your own sea glass or other pieces that you would like to use on your picture you’re welcome to bring them along.
Pregnancy Relaxation with Sophie
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
In these hour-long sessions, we will focus on a different theme of labour and birth each week, including antenatal information, relaxation techniques, breathing methods, and meditations. There are four sessions in total, but you are welcome to just take one session at a time. The groups also allow you to meet other mums-to-be and form friendships and support networks. These sessions are ideal to help you stay relaxed during pregnancy and also to stay calm during your baby’s birth.
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
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.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club is back! It is 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.
Pregnancy Relaxation with Sophie
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
In these hour-long sessions, we will focus on a different theme of labour and birth each week, including antenatal information, relaxation techniques, breathing methods, and meditations. There are four sessions in total, but you are welcome to just take one session at a time. The groups also allow you to meet other mums-to-be and form friendships and support networks. These sessions are ideal to help you stay relaxed during pregnancy and also to stay calm during your baby’s birth.
Crochet Workshop & Social
Join Lisa on a Thursday afternoon to learn practice and improve your crochet skills.
Beginners will start downstairs with Lisa learning the techniques to get going with crochet. When the group is large enough, those that are more confident can join the crochet social upstairs and just get a bit of help from Lisa as and when needed.
£10 for beginners, £5 for social and those that only need to ask the odd question.
The price includes a hot drink during the session.
Felted Soaps Workshop
Felted Soaps Workshop
In this workshop we will be using a wool roving to create beautiful felted soaps. Wool has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial qualities making it perfect for this craft. Felted soaps are great to you as you don’t need a flannel or sponge, and the felt shrinks with your soap. When finished they make great washing sponges or tumble dryer balls!
You will have chance to make up to three soaps with all materials, full instruction and even a hot drink included.
Felted Soaps Workshop
Felted Soaps Workshop
In this workshop we will be using a wool roving to create beautiful felted soaps. Wool has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial qualities making it perfect for this craft. Felted soaps are great to you as you don’t need a flannel or sponge, and the felt shrinks with your soap. When finished they make great washing sponges or tumble dryer balls!
You will have chance to make up to three soaps with all materials, full instruction and even a hot drink included.
Suitable for adults and children ages 11+
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
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.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club is back! It is 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!
Felted Soaps Workshop
Felted Soaps Workshop
In this workshop we will be using a wool roving to create beautiful felted soaps. Wool has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial qualities making it perfect for this craft. Felted soaps are great to you as you don’t need a flannel or sponge, and the felt shrinks with your soap. When finished they make great washing sponges or tumble dryer balls!
You will have chance to make up to three soaps with all materials, full instruction and even a hot drink included.
Suitable for adults and children ages 11+
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.
Crochet Workshop & Social
Join Lisa on a Thursday afternoon to learn practice and improve your crochet skills.
Beginners will start downstairs with Lisa learning the techniques to get going with crochet. When the group is large enough, those that are more confident can join the crochet social upstairs and just get a bit of help from Lisa as and when needed.
£10 for beginners, £5 for social and those that only need to ask the odd question.
The price includes a hot drink during the session.
Pregnancy Relaxation with Sophie
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
In these hour-long sessions, we will focus on a different theme of labour and birth each week, including antenatal information, relaxation techniques, breathing methods, and meditations. There are four sessions in total, but you are welcome to just take one session at a time. The groups also allow you to meet other mums-to-be and form friendships and support networks. These sessions are ideal to help you stay relaxed during pregnancy and also to stay calm during your baby’s birth.
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.
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.
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
Woodlands in Ink and Watercolour with Karin Christensen
Join artist Karin Christensen for a morning of painting woodlands in ink and watercolours. We will experiment with blending inks and paints, whilst creating atmospheric and loose artworks.
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.
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.
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club is back! It is 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!
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.
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.
Pregnancy Relaxation with Sophie
Book here: https://bournehypnobirthing.co.uk/book/
In these hour-long sessions, we will focus on a different theme of labour and birth each week, including antenatal information, relaxation techniques, breathing methods, and meditations. There are four sessions in total, but you are welcome to just take one session at a time. The groups also allow you to meet other mums-to-be and form friendships and support networks. These sessions are ideal to help you stay relaxed during pregnancy and also to stay calm during your baby’s birth.
Stamped & Painted Tote Bags
We will use a range of stamps brushes to paint and decorate tote bags. Each person can make two bags. Full equipment included plus a hot drink.
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
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.
Stamped & Painted Tote Bags
We will use a range of stamps brushes to paint and decorate tote bags. Each person can make two bags. Full equipment included plus a hot drink.
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+.
Silver Clay Workshop
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you will be using silver clay to create jewellery items of your choice. You can use textured rollers moulds and cutters to create studs, earrings and pendants. You will learn to use a blow torch to fire the clay and where needed you will learn to solder silver studs and/or jump rings. 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.
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.
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
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.
This workshop is open to adults and tweens and teens ages 11+
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+
Embossed & Watercolour Greeting Cards
Use stamps and embossing powders to create pictures which you can then paint with watercolours. We will then back our pictured with colourful card and add to blank greeting cards.
Full instructions and all equipment included plus a hot drink!
Atmospheric Seascapes in Watercolour with Karin Christensen
Join artist Karin Christensen for a morning of painting atmospheric seascapes in watercolours. Learn how to create atmosphere and distance, practice painting with a limited palette and take home new artworks.
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.
Embossed & Watercolour Greeting Cards
Use stamps and embossing powders to create pictures which you can then paint with watercolours. We will then back our pictured with colourful card and add to blank greeting cards.
Full instructions and all equipment included plus a hot drink!
Silver Workshop - Wire Pendant
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you will be using silver wire to create a pendant. You will learn skills involving cutting the wire, soldering, hammering and texturing. You may decide to use a small piece of silver clay to add to the pendant. We will show you how to add and solder a jump ring so that your pendant is ready to add to a chain. 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.
Chain isn’t included but you will be able to purchase one from us on the night if you would like.
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.
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.
Fimo Jewellery
This workshop shows you the techniques to create beautiful fimo jewellery pieces You can use a klimt style, create a flower slab, make an animal print piece or something of your own design.
Your fimo pieces will be cooked over the following week ready for you to collect.
Silver Workshop - Wire Pendant and Ring
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you will be using silver wire to create a pendant and ring. You will learn skills involving cutting the wire, soldering, hammering and texturing. You may decide to use a small piece of silver clay to add to the pendant. We will show you how to add and solder a jump ring so that your pendant is ready to add to a chain. 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.
Chain isn’t included but you will be able to purchase one from us on the night if you would like.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 Meadow Picture
Fused Glass Workshop
In this workshop you can spend a full day making a beautiful fused glass meadow picture. You will learn to cut and grind the glass to create the perfect shapes. 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. You will need to either bring your lunch or pop in to town in the lunch break.
Felting with Karen Stewart - Felted Purses
Wet Felted Coin Purse
Come and have a fun day playing with colour and texture, learn how to wet felt and at the same time create a beautiful coin purse in a colour and design of your choosing. Perfect as a gift too!
This workshop is 3 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 wool, 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 purse shape.
All equipment and materials are provided, all you need to bring is a hand towel and a plastic bag to take your damp purse and towel home in.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
Acrylic Painted Wooden 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 hearts.
All materials are included and tuition is given, plus the price included a hot drink.
Acrylic Painted Wooden 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 hearts.
All materials are included and tuition is given, plus the price included a hot drink. Suitable for adults and children ages approx 12+
Acrylic Painted Wooden 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 hearts.
All materials are included and tuition is given, plus the price included a hot drink. Suitable for adults and children ages approx 12+
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fimo Jewellery
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.
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.
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.
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+
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.
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.
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.
Sea Glass & Watercolour Pictures
Create your own stunning artwork using watercolour paints, sea glass and acrylic paint pens. All materials, step by step tuition and even a frame included! If you have your own sea glass or other pieces that you would like to use on your picture you’re welcome to bring them along.
Crochet Workshop & Social
Join Lisa on a Thursday afternoon to learn practice and improve your crochet skills.
Beginners will start downstairs with Lisa learning the techniques to get going with crochet. When the group is large enough, those that are more confident can join the crochet social upstairs and just get a bit of help from Lisa as and when needed.
£10 for beginners, £5 for social and those that only need to ask the odd question.
The price includes a hot drink during the session.
Resin Workshop
Resin Workshop
Learn how to use epoxy resin to create items such as bookmarks, coasters, decorations and jewellery. This is a slightly shorter workshop than usual to make it cost effective for the new year!
Full tuition and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Saturday Art Club
Our Saturday art and craft club is back! It is 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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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 a five week block starting on Friday 10th January. Please note there are no lessons on Friday 24th January as Katie and Charlotte are away.
10am - 10:45am - Maths GCSE
In this group we work through the GCSE syllabus on a two year rolling schedule. We are currently working through the foundation syllabus. When this is complete we will revisit topics and look at the higher syllabus for those students wishing to study it. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
10:15 - 11:30am - Primary Topic Group
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 £35 or weekly for £8pw.
10:50am - 11:35am - Maths KS3
In this session we cover the KS3 mathematics syllabus on a two year rolling schedule. The aim is to prepare students for the maths GCSE course. Katie will be happy to advise when students are ready to move up to the GCSE syllabus. Homework will be set most weeks. This session is with Katie.
11:45am - 12:30pm - English
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 two weeks we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run differentiated lessons with a Romeo and Juliet theme.
Creative English with Charlotte
In this group children aged approxinmately 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 two weeks we will be joining the KS3 and the Creative English group together and Katie will run differentiated lessons with a Romeo and Juliet theme.
Business Enterprise 1:15 - 2:15
In this new group children will work together in small groups. 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. Over the weeks (not all in this half term block!) we will cover getting started, mind maps, costings and profit, excel spreadsheets, logos and advertising, social media and lots more. The price for this workshop includes as small budget for each group to get their business ideas started.
Lunch
There is time for lunch 12:30pm to 1:15pm and we will use the events room and/or workshop room for this. 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 Workshop & Social
Join Lisa on a Thursday afternoon to learn practice and improve your crochet skills.
Beginners will start downstairs with Lisa learning the techniques to get going with crochet. When the group is large enough, those that are more confident can join the crochet social upstairs and just get a bit of help from Lisa as and when needed.
£10 for beginners, £5 for social and those that only need to ask the odd question.
The price includes a hot drink during the session.
Home Education Day - Tuesday
This is a five week block starting on Tuesday 7th January. Please note there are no lessons on Tuesday 21st January as Katie and Lisa are away.
11:30am - 12:15am - 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.
1pm - 1:45pm - Home Ed Magazine Group with Katie
This is a relaxed session where children of all ages will work together to create their own home ed magazine. Children can take turns being editor and decide between them what they want their magazine to include. We will be aiming to print at least one edition each half term.
1:55pm - 2:45pm -Drama
For children of all ages, this is a fun session looking at a variety of drama skills. It may also include the odd song! Suitable for all ages and abilities. This session is with Katie.
3pm - 4pm - 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
There is time for lunch 12:15pm to 1pm. Children taking part in the magazine group are welcome to finish their lunch in the session if they need to. 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.
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. Young and young at heart can choose form a range of crafts including jewellery making, felting, watercolour, lino printing 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!
Christmas special - UV Resin
Book a 45min slot to come in and create your own UV resin earrings or pendants. The price includes two items so either a pair of earrings or two pendants/keyrings. If you have time you can make more and pay on the day.
Includes all materials and instructions and is suitable for all ages. Children under 11 will need a parent to do the workshop with them.
Christmas special - Glass Painting
Book a 45min slot to come in and paint your own glasses! Choose from tumblers, small jars, wine glasses, champagne glasses or gin glasses. You will be able to use a mix of multi-surface paints and acrylic paint pens. You may need to leave the glasses with us to dry, then you will need to bake them at home to set your designs. Full instructions will be given!
You are able to pain more than one glass if you have time and can pay for extra glasses on the day. Glasses are £8 each, or for two small jars.
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+.
Resin Christmas Decorations
Resin Christmas Decorations
Learn how to use both epoxy and UV resin to create Christmas decorations. We will use resin, glitters, colours and glass chips to create beautiful decorations.
Full tuition and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Resin Christmas Decorations
Resin Christmas Decorations
Learn how to use both epoxy and UV resin to create Christmas decorations. We will use resin, glitters, colours and glass chips to create beautiful decorations.
Full tuition and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Florist Georgia Joy is back with us this year for another fabulous Christmas Wreath Workshop. Join us for an afternoon creating a beautiful wreath to hand on your door for the festive season. Includes a free glass of mulled wine!
Felted Christmas Decorations
Felted Christmas Decorations
A felting workshop where you can choose between using preformed shapes such as stars and trees to make hanging decorations or Christmas fairies.
Full instructions and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Felted Christmas Decorations
Felted Christmas Decorations
A felting workshop where you can choose between using preformed shapes such as stars and trees to make hanging decorations or Christmas fairies.
Full instructions and all materials included plus a hot drink!
Home Education Youth Group
Our youth group for home educated tweens and teens. This group is aimed at ages 11+.
November 26th - Silly Beetle Drive . This is a really fun game to play as a group. Each participant needs to bring three small ‘presents’ that are wrapped up. These could be anything and don’t need to be bought new (though nothing horrible please!). Throughout the game children will swap presents and end up with different ones to those that they brought. Please note - some children will end up with more than three presents and some less, but we will make sure that no one leaves empty handed.
We will be asking everyone to help with tidy up for the last ten minutes.
This group will usually be £5 per person but may change occasionally depending on the activity offered.
Christmas Card Workshop
Join us to make a selection of Christmas Cards ready to send to your friends and family! We will use a range of techniques including stamps, embossing, watercolour and quilling.
Prices include a hot drink and biscuits!
Fused Glass Christmas Decorations
Join us to make some beautiful fused glass Christmas tree decorations. You will make two decorations and can choose from Christmas trees, snowmen, wreaths and penguins. All tuition and materials included as well as a hot drink. The decorations will be available to collect approximately two weeks after the workshop.
Launch Party
Launch Party!
On Thursday 21st November we are celebrating the launch of two new rooms - a new gift shop, ‘The Shop Upstairs’, and our craft kits & bits room ‘Crafty Bits’.
Join us for a first look at the new rooms, entry to a free raffle with lots of fab prizes, plus a glass of fizz and nibbles!
Lino Printing for Christmas
Suitable for beginners or those that have worked with lino previously - cut your shapes from lino and print on to a range of items. We will be concentrating on Christmas designs and you will be able to create a selection of items such as greetings cards, gift tags and wrapping paper.
Items are usually left with us for at least a few days to dry.
This workshop is aimed at adults and children ages 12+
Little Crafters - Children in Need Special
Little Crafters at The Place Stamford
This week we are doing things a little different in aid of Children in Need. Come along any time with entry from 10am - 3pm. Half of your entry fee will go to Children in Need. Price includes a hot drink for one parent and squash for the kids.
This group has been created for children ages approx 1-5 to come and enjoy creative craft and play activities and for parents to socialise, make friends and enjoy a cuppa!
Each week we will have different creative activities for children to explore, with a different theme each week. This will take place in our events room with the snug open for play and a painting activity in the workshop room.
Themes
15th November - Children in Need
22nd November - Disney (It’s Micky Mouse week and Mini Mouse’s birthday this week!)
29th November - National Tree Week
6th November - Winter
13th November - Christmas
Silver Jewellery Workshop - Stacking Rings and Bangle
Join us to create your own stunning silver jewellery. In this workshop you can make a set of three stacking rings and a silver bangle. 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 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.
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. Perfect for making Christmas presents!
All materials and full tuition included plus a hot drink and biscuits!
This workshop is open to adults and young people age 11+
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. Perfect for making Christmas presents!
All materials and full tuition included plus a hot drink and biscuits!
This workshop is open to adults and young people age 11+
Little Crafters
Little Crafters at The Place Stamford
This group has been created for children ages approx 1-5 to come and enjoy creative craft and play activities and for parents to socialise, make friends and enjoy a cuppa!
Each week we will have different creative activities for children to explore, with a different theme each week. This will take place in our events room with the snug open for play and a painting activity in the workshop room.
During the morning we will bring hot drinks for parents, and at approx 11am provide squash, water and biscuits for everyone. This is included in your entry price.
Themes
1st November - Day of the Dead/Halloween
8th November - Children’s Book Week
15th November - Children in Need
22nd November - Disney (It’s Micky Mouse week and Mini Mouse’s birthday this week!)
29th November - National Tree Week
6th November - Winter
13th November - Christmas
Christmas Card Workshop
Join us to make a selection of Christmas Cards ready to send to your friends and family! We will use a range of techniques including stamps, embossing, watercolour and quilling.
Prices include a hot drink and biscuits!
Fused Glass Christmas Decorations
Join us to make some beautiful fused glass Christmas tree decorations. You will make two decorations and can choose from Christmas trees, snowmen, wreaths and penguins. All tuition and materials included as well as a hot drink and cake. The decorations will be available to collect approximately two weeks after the workshop.