IMG_0733Learn the basics of sculpture using chicken wire to create a lifelike chicken sculpture for your garden. A good basic beginners course which can lead onto building on these skills to create more complex sculptures later in the year. IMG_0526

This full day course will run on Wednesday 18th July from 10.00-4.00 including a short break for a light lunch and refreshments. Materials and refreshments are all included. 55€ per person.

You will need to wear work clothes and bring a pair of sturdy gloves. Chicken wire is a malleable material and easy to use but will require moderate strength in your hands and fingers.

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SDC15666This basic course in plant propagation will look at the basics of propagating from seed and from softwood cuttings. You will learn a little botany that will help you to be more successful in rooting cuttings and understanding the different types of seeds.

You will have the opportunity to take cuttings from a range of plants to take home.

Later in the year we will offering a second course exploring plant propagation techniques for the autumn and in the winter you can learn the art of grafting.

Pricking outThis half day introductory course is running on Thursday 28th June from 1.00-4.00pm and cots 20€ per person.

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Learn the basics of dying fabric using natural plant based dyes and ‘printing’ using leaves, flowers and rust printing.

We will look at the principles of dying silk fabrics and you will create a unique hand printed silk scarf to take home.

Wednesday 30th May 30€ including materials.

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Have a go at chicken wire sculpture and make a cute hedgehog to display in your garden or give to someone as a gift.

This course is aimed at beginners and will teach the basics of sculpturing with chicken wire. The course will run from 11.00-3.00 on Saturday 19th May. 35 Euros per person. A light lunch is included as well as all materials and you will be able to take home your hedgehog.

You will need to wear warm comfortable work clothes and bring some gardening gloves.

IMG_0162If you enjoy this beginners course we will be offering intermediate courses later this spring to make chicken, cockerel or duck sculptures for the garden.

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Learn the basics of sculpture using chicken wire to create a lifelike chicken sculpture for your garden. A good basic beginners course which can lead onto building on these skills to create more complex sculptures later in the year. IMG_0526

This full day course will run on Thursday 24th May from 10.00-4.00 including a short break for a light lunch and refreshments. Materials and refreshments are all included. 55€ per person.

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Learn the basics of dying fabric using natural plant based dyes and ‘printing’ using leaves, flowers and rust printing.

We will look at the principles of dying silk fabrics and you will create a unique hand printed silk scarf to take home.

Thursday 31st May 1-4pm 30€ including materials.

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Learn the basics of sculpture using chicken wire to create a lifelike chicken sculpture for your garden. A good basic beginners course which can lead onto building on these skills to create more complex sculptures later in the year. IMG_0526

This full day course will run on Saturday 28th April from 10.00-4.00 including a short break for a light lunch and refreshments. Materials and refreshments are all included. 55€ per person.

You will need to wear work clothes and bring a pair of sturdy gloves. Chicken wire is a malleable material and easy to use but will require moderate strength in your hands and fingers.

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Learn basic willow weaving techniques and create a stunning ‘acorn’ lantern for your garden, summer house or home by adding some fairy lights.

This half day course runs from 1.00-5.00 with a short break for refreshments (included)

IMG_0092You will create your own lantern to take home with you (all materials for the willow lantern are included in the cost) Add your own battery powered or solar lights to create a unique and subtle outdoor light.

This is a good beginners piece for anyone who wants to learn willow weaving or willow sculpture. More advanced courses will be running later  in the year.

You will need to wear comfortable ‘work’ clothes and bring a pair of light gardening gloves. Willow is a flexible material but moderate strength and dexterity in your hands and wrists are beneficial. We can help you if necessary.

14th April 1.00-5.00pm 35€ per person

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Learn the principles of garden design on this two day course.

The course covers a brief history of garden design and how this influences modern design principles. You will explore the principles of good design, colour theory and discuss a variety of different styles.

You will then look at how to survey a garden and create a basic scale drawing of your garden.  You will go on to add design elements to the plan and learn how to create planting plans.

The course covers all that you need to be able to redesign your own garden and create basic designs and planting plans for friends, family and clients.

The course will run over two full days giving you time to survey your garden and bring along your sketches to the second day.

Both days will include a light lunch. We will supply materials that you need to create your scale drawing for use on the course and can advise on basic equipment required to set yourself up at home.

09.30 – 2.30 on Thursday 26th April and Thursday 3rd May 80€

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We are pleased to announce our selection of courses for February and March 2018.

Start the New year by learning a new skill! These courses will also make a great last minute Christmas present for someone who enjoys the outdoors and being creative. 

Check out our website or follow the links below for more information and booking onto courses for early 2018:

Graft2 (2)Graft your own fruit tree: learn the skill of grafting and have a go at grafting your own apple tree to take home with you. Half day course either Thursday 1st February or Saturday 3rd February. 35 Euros per person (includes light refreshments and materials) see post: Graft your own apple tree

Willow weaving: make a fat ball bird feeder. Half day courses running Thursday 8th FIMG_0160ebruary or Saturday 10th February. 25 Euros per person (includes all materials and light refreshments) See post for more details and booking: Willow bird feeders

 

Chicken wire sculpture: Make your own hedgehog sculpture for the garden. Half day cIMG_0004ourse either Thursday 22nd February or Saturday 24th Feb. 35 Euros per person (including light lunch and all materials). See post for more details and booking: Make a hedgehog out of chicken wire

 

WP_20150626_13_18_56_ProFruit tree pruning: learn the skill of pruning your fruit trees for best results, the course will cover the theory and practice of pruning and training young trees as well as renovating and caring for mature trees. Full day course either Thursday 1st March or Saturday 3rd March. 35 Euros per person including light lunch. See post for more details and booking: Introduction to Fruit Pruning

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Use a traditional pole lathe

Greenwood crafts: Use a traditional pole lathe to turn a dibber or a string line. 10.00-4.00 either Thursday 8th March or Saturday 10th March. 35 Euros per person including materials and light lunch. See post for more details and booking: Greenwood crafts: Make a dibber using a traditional pole lathe

 

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Care for your tools

Tool maintenance: come along and learn how to service and sharpen your hand tools. half day course either Thursday 22nd March or Saturday 24th March. Bring along your secateurs, loppers, axe, shears etc. 2 hour session 20 Euros per person. See post for more details and booking: See post: Tool maintenance

IMG_0398Winter tree identification:  learn the basics of plant identification with an emphasis on identifying common trees in winter. Half day course on 17th March 20 euros per person. See post for more details and booking: See Post: Introduction to tree identification