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    Brilliant Boxes

    DateMonday, 23 September, 9:45am

    LocationEmmaus Centre - Bishop's Stortford

    PriceTickets from £25

    About this event

    Course Code: 25041

    Teacher: This course is being taught by Lynne.

    What is this course about?

    Using simple to obtain materials, discover how to create a range of small decorative boxes ideal for wrapping gifts or used as table setting etc. During the session you will learn paper-based crafting techniques. We will also explore how to upcycle and reuse paper and card items you may normally throw away. 

    Who is this course for?

    This course is aimed at people who want to create paper/card-based projects using a variety of crafting skills plus keep costs down by thinking sustainability.

    Entry Requirements to do this course:

    A basic level of conversational and written English and reasonable motor skills as you will need to be able to manipulate tools and materials.  

    How you will be assessed?

    Through questions and answers, the completion of weekly learner reflection forms and a sample of your work completed during the session.

    Material supplied by Step2Skills

    All tools and materials will be supplied. However, we cannot guarantee colours etc. so if you wish to work with your favourite colour, please feel free bring your own. We also encourage crafting sustainably so do bring items you can upcycle e.g. old card, wall paper, packaging etc. 

    What happens after I book this course?

    There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions attached to your order confirmation email.

    The next steps…

    During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops such as our jewellery making for beginners course or another of our craft-based courses. Please click here to see the full range of courses we offer.

    We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

    NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.

    Venue

    Emmaus Centre - Bishop's Stortford

    Church Lane

    Bishop's Stortford

    Hertfordshire

    CM23 4BE

    Parking

    Free on site parking

    Venue Information

    Equipped with Wi-Fi and benefitting from extensive, free, on site parking, the Emmaus Centre is loved and used by a growing number of local community groups. Offering a warm, welcoming space with great transport links we are already used by a number of commercial groups

    Further information

    *Except for the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet the following criteria:

    • A Hertfordshire Resident
    • Aged 19 years or older on 31st August 2024
    • UK National and lived in the UK for the last 3 years or EEA National with settled/pre-settled status and lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years

    There are some exceptions to this, for example the Homes for Ukraine scheme. If you do not meet the above criteria, please contact us on 01992 556194 or email step2skills@Hertfordshire.gov.uk

     

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