Course List
ART AND PRINT MAKING
Mixed Media Printmaking - 4 Weeks
A creative, relaxed course exploring the mindful world of printmaking. The course is perfect for those with little or no previous printmaking experience.
Starting date
2nd of October 2025
An Introduction to Lino Printing - 3 Weeks
A creative, relaxed course exploring the mindful world of printmaking. The course is suitable for those with little or no previous printmaking experience.
Starting date
6th of November 2025
Printmaking: Christmas Cards and Gift Tags
Join us for a relaxed and creative Christmas-themed linoprint workshop. Learn the full process—from designing and carving to printing—while making your own unique holiday cards and gift tags.
Starting date
15th of November 2025
Needle Felt your Pets
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some experience in needle felting. During the workshop we will learn how to construct a 3D felted model of your pet from photographs, how to create realistic body shapes and faces and different techniques for creating long, short, curly and wavy fur.
Starting date
15th of November 2025
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Digital Photography - 8 Weeks
This course is suitable for complete beginners and those wishing to improve their photography skills.
Starting date
6th of November 2025, 26th of January 2026 & 15th of April 2026
FLORISTRY
Introduction to Floristry - 4 Weeks
During the course we will cover purchasing and conditioning your flowers, the principles of design and basic wiring skills
Starting date
2nd of October 2025 & 23rd of April 2026
Floristry Improvers - 4 Weeks
This course is designed for those with some prior knowledge of flower arranging or those who have attended the Introduction to Floristry course. The focus of this course is to refine existing skills and create new designs including eco-friendly methods.
Starting date
26th of February 2026
Wedding Flowers
During the workshop you will be provided with information on how to order seasonal flowers on a budget and a floral recipe to create arrangements that can be used at the ceremony and then be moved to the wedding breakfast venue.
Starting date
11th of June 2026
Christmas Wreath Making
This is a highly popular and highly sought after workshop, come along and enjoy a drink whilst making the perfect Christmas wreath.
Starting date
2nd of December & 4th of December
Memorial Flowers
This is a highly popular and highly sought after workshop, come along and enjoy a drink whilst making the perfect Christmas wreath.
Starting date
4th of December
MACHINE SEWING
Machine Sewing for Beginners - 8 Weeks
This course is designed for beginners wishing to learn some basic sewing techniques which will allow them to complete all sorts of projects, whether used in craft, dressmaking or home furnishings.
Starting date
5th of November 2025 & 29th of January 2026
Machine Sewing for Improvers - 6 Weeks
Come and improve your skills and knowledge of the sewing machine with our intensive 6 week improvers course. Students should have some experience of sewing or have completed the Sewing for Beginners course, before enrolling on this one.
Starting date
10th of September 2025 & 4th of February 2026
WORKING IN THE CREATIVE SECTOR
Setting up your own Creative Business - 2 Weeks
This course is designed for anyone thinking about setting up their own creative practise, whether that is making and selling artwork, pottery, fibre arts, furniture, flowers, jewellery, and whether that is in person, online or a mix of both.
Starting date
4th of November 2025 & 30th of April 2026
Mixed Media Art
Join experienced artist and teacher, Sarah Hemmings for this inspiring 8-week mixed media art course, designed to help you build confidence, develop new skills, and explore a wide range of artistic styles and techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Starting date
02/09/26
Needle Felted Miniatures Workshop
Join experienced crafter, Sarah Hemmings, for a relaxing and creative needle felting workshop, where you’ll learn how to sculpt 3 miniature woodland animals, including a fox, mole and badger, from wool roving.
Starting date
24/10/2026
Needle Felted Robins Workshop
Join experienced crafter, Sarah Hemmings, for a relaxing and creative needle felting workshop, where you’ll learn how to sculpt a charming three-dimensional robin from wool roving.
Starting date
05/12/2026
Macrame Wall Hanging Workshop
Join experienced crafter, Sarah Hemmings for a relaxing and creative beginners’ macramé workshop, where you’ll learn the traditional art of decorative knotting to create your own beautiful wall hanging.
Starting date
17/04/2027
Abstract Florals Workshop
Join experienced artist and teacher, Sarah Hemmings for a vibrant and inspiring abstract floral painting workshop.
Starting date
12/06/2027
Knitting for Beginners
This friendly and relaxing one-day Knitting workshop, is designed to introduce you to the timeless craft of knitting in a fun and supportive environment.
Starting dates
24/10/2026 or 12/06/2027
Christmas Paper Crafts: Book Folding Candles
Join us for a festive one-day Christmas Paper Crafts workshop, where you’ll transform recycled books into beautiful handmade Christmas centrepieces.
Starting dates
05/12/2027
Crochet for Beginners
Perfect for complete beginners, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the essential materials and techniques needed to start crocheting with confidence. You’ll learn the basic stitches and crochet terminology before creating a traditional granny square – one of the most versatile and recognisable crochet patterns.
Starting dates
17/04/2027
Metal Embossing Workshop: Mexican Hearts
Discover the beautiful art of metal embossing in this fun and creative workshop led by local artist and tutor Jacky Purtill.
Starting dates
24/10/2026
Floral Collage
Join local artist Jacky Purtill for a fun and inspiring floral collage workshop, where you’ll discover how to create beautiful, vibrant bloom-inspired artwork using paper collage techniques.
Starting dates
17/04/2027
Mediterranean Fruits in Acrylic
Join local artist and art teacher Jacky Purtill for a colourful and creative acrylic painting workshop inspired by the vibrant fruits and sun-soaked colours of the Mediterranean.
Starting dates
12/07/2027
An Introduction to Lino Printing - 3 Weeks
A creative, relaxed course exploring the mindful world of printmaking. The course is suitable for those with little or no previous printmaking experience.
Starting date
6th of November 2025
Printmaking: Christmas Cards and Gift Tags
Join us for a relaxed and creative Christmas-themed linoprint workshop. Learn the full process—from designing and carving to printing—while making your own unique holiday cards and gift tags.
Starting date
15th of November 2025
Needle Felt your Pets
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some experience in needle felting. During the workshop we will learn how to construct a 3D felted model of your pet from photographs, how to create realistic body shapes and faces and different techniques for creating long, short, curly and wavy fur.
Starting date
15th of November 2025
Digital Photography - 8 Weeks
This course is suitable for complete beginners and those wishing to improve their photography skills.
Starting dates
15th of April 2026
Introduction to Floristry - 4 Weeks
Join experienced florist and tutor Kim Harrison for this inspiring 4-week Introduction to Floristry course, designed to help you develop the essential skills and techniques needed to create beautiful floral arrangements.
Starting date
25/02/2027
Summer Wedding Flowers
Join experienced florist and tutor Kim Harrison for this inspiring 4-week Introduction to Floristry course, designed to help you develop the essential skills and techniques needed to create beautiful floral arrangements.
Starting date
25/02/2027
Christmas Wreath Making
Join us for a relaxing and festive day creating your own beautiful seasonal wreath to take home. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some floristry experience, this friendly, hands-on workshop is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.
Starting dates
25/02/2027
Floristry Improvers - 4 Weeks
This course is designed for those with some prior knowledge of flower arranging or those who have attended the Introduction to Floristry course. The focus of this course is to refine existing skills and create new designs including eco-friendly methods.
Starting date
26th of February 2026
Spring Flower Workshop – Mother’s Day Weekend
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with our beautiful Spring Flower Workshop at the Orida Hotel, Newbury. Enjoy a relaxed and creative afternoon that begins with expert floral tips and guidance from our professional floristry tutor.
Starting date
14th of March 2026
Wedding Flowers
During the workshop you will be provided with information on how to order seasonal flowers on a budget and a floral recipe to create arrangements that can be used at the ceremony and then be moved to the wedding breakfast venue.
Starting date
11th of June 2026
Christmas Wreath Making
This is a highly popular and highly sought after workshop, come along and enjoy a drink whilst making the perfect Christmas wreath.
Starting date
2nd of December & 4th of December
Memorial Flowers
This festive workshop is focused on loving memory or remembrance arrangements. Create a beautiful design either an arrangement or wreath with festive foliage and decorations.
Starting date
4th of December
Machine Sewing for Beginners - 8 Weeks
This course is designed for beginners wishing to learn some basic sewing techniques which will allow them to complete all sorts of projects, whether used in craft, dressmaking or home furnishings.
Starting dates
08/09/26, 05/11/26, 15/04/27 or 13/04/27
Machine Sewing for Improvers - 6 Weeks
Come and improve your skills and knowledge of the sewing machine with our intensive 6 week improvers course. Students should have some experience of sewing or have completed the Sewing for Beginners course, before enrolling on this one.
Starting dates
10/09/26, 17/11/26 or 28/01/27
Upcycling - 4 weeks
Join experienced sewing tutor Beverley Landreth-Smith for this fun and creative 4-week Upcycling Fashion course, where you’ll learn how to transform unwanted clothing into stylish, one-of-a-kind garments.
Starting date
06/11/26
Setting up your own Creative Business - 2 Weeks
This course is designed for anyone thinking about setting up their own creative practise, whether that is making and selling artwork, pottery, fibre arts, furniture, flowers, jewellery, and whether that is in person, online or a mix of both.
Starting date : 30th of April 2026
Creative Communities reserves the right to cancel any course or workshop where the minimum numbers required are not met