Hobbies and Leisure
Hobbies and crafts can be so much more than a way to fill time. They can become true passions and introduce you to people, ideas and projects to fulfil creative desires and create things of beauty. Find out what WEA has on offer for you.
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Introduction to Tunisian Crochet
<p>Learn to use all 10 fingers to engage with yarn and colour to learn new stitches and create your own crocheted articles in Tunisian crochet which is not the same as regular crochet. It could be
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Cross Stitch for Beginners
<p>Cross stitch has made a comeback in the last few years, with major retailers selling inexpensive kits for beginners. Out of all the needlecrafts, it’s not only one of the easiest to master but it
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Craft of Quilling - Creating Art with Paper
<p>Paper quilling originated in 15th-century Europe, used by monks to decorate religious items. It became popular among aristocratic women in the 17th-18th centuries. After a decline, it revived in
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Detectorists and Mudlarks - The Growth of Treasure Hunters in the UK
<p>Do it yourself treasure hunting is big in the United Kingdom. Many hobbyists use metal detectors, such as in the fictional activities of Danebury Metal Detecting Club in the TV Comedy <em>The
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The World Wine Challenge - Shiraz and Friends
<p>Join us for an exciting tasting of some of the great wines made from shiraz, syrah and friends (eg, grenache, mourvedre/mataro, tannat, viognier and cabernet), from the Rhone (France), Barossa,
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Get Back Your Creative Mojo!
<p>Are you feeling a bit demoralised, or feel dismayed at the art or publishing world and want to get your creative mojo back? Come to this course to explore how other fields can help you see problems
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