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Do you have a sewing machine, but are afraid to use it? This course will enable you to use your sewing machine with confidence. Bring your own sewing machine along and learn the following:
Threading the machine
How to change the bobbin thread
Replacing a needle – different types of needles and what they are for
Differences in threads – embroidery thread, cotton thread etc...
Tensions – how to adjust and learn what tensions are needed for different types of fabrics
Stitch lengths and styles
Sewing machine feet – what they can do and how to change them Button holes

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Come along to one of our 'TEFL Tasters' - a full day of methodology, language awareness, lesson observation and practical techniques, plus information about employment prospects in the ELT industry. Taster Day Schedule Arrive 1030 At Anglo-Continental Reception and meet the teachers 1045 - 1215 Observe a lesson 1215 - 1230 Break 1230 - 1315 Session 1 Teaching English as a Foreign Language 1315 - 1400 Have lunch with the students 1400 - 1500 Session 2 Introduction to English grammar: What a teacher needs to know 1500 - 1515 Break 1515 - 1615 Session 3 Practical techniques and CELTA Questions and Answers The Taster Day fee will be deducted from your Anglo-Continental CELTA Course fee if you book within one year of attending the 'Taster Day'....

This is the follow-on course from Getting to know your sewing machine: Part 1. This course will cover the following:- Fitting a zip, using the zipper foot Piping, using a piping foot Free hand sewing using an embroidery foot/ embroidery hoop Caring for your machine Common mistakes and how to fix them

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This simple acupressure formula is an excellent tool for the widest range of needs, including general relaxation or extreme shock and stress. It can be easily learnt, and used by body workers and laypersons alike. Recipients describe a very calming, centering experience. During the workshop, students will experience giving and receiving the Seva/Stress Release and will take home a detailed brochure and a pocket-sized card to use as a guide as they offer the work to others. ...

Cushions come in many different colours, shapes and sizes and are a great decorative addition to a room. In this course is for complete beginners.

You will make a simple envelope cushion to take home with you at the end of the course. You will have the opportunity to decorate and embellish your cushion to make it unique.

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In this course you will make 3 small samples of a pencil pleat curtain.

The course will show you the techniques used when making a curtain using pencil pleat heading tape, giving you the confidence to make your own curtains when you get home. In this two hour session you will learn to make the following: Machine finished pencil pleat headed lined curtain Interlined pencil pleat headed curtain Hand sewn pencil pleat curtain

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This course is the follow-on course from How to make a simple cushion. In this course you will look at different styles of cushions in more detail i.e. Piped, frilled, different shapes.

By the end of the course you will have a cushion that you can take home with you. This course will cover: Different cushion styles
How to fit a zip
How to make covered buttons
How to make a piping

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Roman blinds are an effective, stylish way to dress a window. On this course you will learn the techniques required to make a Roman blind.

On the course you will learn how to make a sample of a simple Roman blind using Roman blind tape, and the traditional way of making a Roman blinds, by making pockets for the dowels from the lining fabric.

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Prolong the beauty and abundance of your garden this Summer with inspirational workshops from Sparsholt College. Join our award-winning Horticulture team this June for a fantastic afternoon of gardening courses designed to help you get the most out of your garden this Summer.

There’ll be something for everyone to enjoy on the day from experiencing a summertime view of our lovely gardens to workshops on how to create a beautiful flower-rich meadow to growing seasonal fruit and vegetables. Plus, there will be a selection of plants available to purchase on the day. Refreshments available to purchase on the day. Free Parking. Sorry, no dogs with the exception of assistance dogs.

Attendance is by advanced booking only on 01962 797292. Please see website for further details on individual workshops on offer. For further information, please contact: Tel: 01962 797396 

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Come along to one of our 'TEFL Tasters' - a full day of methodology, language awareness, lesson observation and practical techniques, plus information about employment prospects in the ELT industry. Taster Day Schedule Arrive 1030 At Anglo-Continental Reception and meet the teachers 1045 - 1215 Observe a lesson 1215 - 1230 Break 1230 - 1315 Session 1 Teaching English as a Foreign Language 1315 - 1400 Have lunch with the students 1400 - 1500 Session 2 Introduction to English grammar: What a teacher needs to know 1500 - 1515 Break 1515 - 1615 Session 3 Practical techniques and CELTA Questions and Answers The Taster Day fee will be deducted from your Anglo-Continental CELTA Course fee if you book within one year of attending the 'Taster Day'....