Children aged 5-10 years work with a variety of materials from paper mache to acrylic paint and work on 2d and 3d projects focusing on colour, texture and construction using recycled materials i.e. plastics, paper, fabrics, wood and glass.
Kildare Arts & Crafts prepare a brand new portfolio for each term and strives to constantly Innovate their programs. Every term tackles a new theme and a set of learning objectives. They aim never to repeat the exact same activity twice.
Check out the Kildare Arts and crafts page on facebook to see the variety of projects.
WEIRD AND WONDERFUL WOOLY WORKSHOPS!!
At Craftspun Yarns, The Mill, Johnstown, Naas, Co. Kildare.
Tactile, colourful and versatile, these wet and dry feltmaking classes are easy for the complete beginner and endlessly rewarding for the seasoned artist.They are particularly suitable for teachers wanting to explore the fabric and fibre strand of the arts curriculum and to introduce wool to their students.Check out Knitwear.ie facebook page to see some of the work completed by students at the classes.
Liadain De Buitlear is also available to come to your school and tailor projects which suit your individual requirements.
All equipment, materials and refreshments are provided as part of the course fee.
As places are limited booking is essential.
Machine Knitting Classes
Do you have a knitting machine in your shed or attic and have no idea how to use it? Then this is the course for you...
Classes are held at Craftspun Yarns who stock all materials and some inspiring books, for felt making and knitting, which can be purchased at the store for further projects you may like to try at home. For One on one classes we can travel to your home (if local) or you can come to the Rathcoole studio
Website www.craftspun.ie -see map on our felt making page here
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