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September 2023
Beginners Embroidery Class (Autumn Term)
With Pam Jermy. A class for beginners of Embroidery running on Fridays 10am to 12pm throughout the Autumn term (a total of 11 sessions). There will also be an element suitable for more experienced embroiderers, as an extension of the design being used by those less experienced. Dates: September 8th, 15th, (not 22nd), 29th October 6th, 13th, (not 20th), 27th November 3rd, 10th, 17th, (not 24th) December 1st, 8th £15 per session (EHA Members £10). If you also attend Ribbon Embroidery, pay £25 total (EHA members £19).
Find out more »Ribbon Embroidery (8 sessions)
With Pam Jermy. Ribbon embroidery is a technique that involves stitching ribbons onto fabric using hand-sewing needles. It’s an art form that can be used to add embellishments to clothing and accessories, but it’s also commonly used to create decorative items such as table runners and wall hangings. Please note: the above picture shows a sample of Ribbon Embroidery, not necessarily the patterns we will use. Ribbon Embroidery will follow directly after our Beginners Embroidery sessions, for 8 Fridays in the Autumn term from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Dates: September 8th, 15th, (not 22nd), 29th October 6th, 13th, (not 20th), 27th…
Find out more »Craft Hub
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on at very low cost! Its green and it saves you money! - Free help to learn how to make! - Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices : Wool, material, card making stuff, and more! - packs of craft materials with patterns - suitable for all More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS: We will re-home any crafty bits which you don’t need or want anymore! Just give us a call!
Find out more »November 2023
Craft Hub November 2023
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »February 2024
Craft Hub February 2024
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »Patchwork from the Start
With Karen Odinga. 28th February; 6th, 20th and 27th March; 10th, 17th and 24th April; 1st May 7pm to 9pm Starting Wednesday, 28th February 2024 Explore patchwork techniques in combination with getting to know you sewing machine in this fun and relaxed 8-week course. Starting at the beginning, learn what your machine can do as well as create useful patchwork projects. Suitable for absolute beginners but do familiarize with your machine by looking at the manual provided (or online manual), where to put plugs and leads and switching on power. At the end of the 8 weeks there will be…
Find out more »March 2024
Craft Hub March 2024
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »April 2024
Craft Hub April 2024
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »June 2024
*CANCELLED* Craft Hub June 2024
Regretfully, the June Craft Hub has been cancelled. Please come and see us in July instead!
Find out more »July 2024
Craft Hub July 2024
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »September 2024
*CANCELLED* Craft Hub September 2024
The September Craft Hub has been cancelled, sorry! The next will be on the 26th October.
Find out more »October 2024
Craft Hub October 2024
Textile Sale. We currently have stocks of fabric, wool, buttons, cottons and craft supplies at affordable prices.
Find out more »November 2024
Craft Hub November 2024
Helping unwanted craft materials get passed on! ⦁ Free help to learn how to make things! ⦁ Craft goodies at exceptionally low prices ⦁ Packs of craft materials with patterns ⦁ Wool, fabrics, zips and buttons available. ⦁ Suitable for all It’s green and it saves you money! TEA/COFFEE/BISCUITS/CAKE (£1 donation) More info : 01376 323280 or info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk PS…We can re-home any crafty bits which need re-homing!
Find out more »January 2025
Patchwork from the Start
With Karen Odinga. Explore patchwork techniques in combination with getting to know your sewing machine in this fun class. Start learning what your machine can do as well as create useful patchwork projects. Suitable for absolute beginners. The cost will be £15 a session on Wednesday evenings, 7 - 9pm (£90 to be paid upfront). The class will start on January 15th, 2025, and will be every 2 weeks: 15th & 29th January 12th & 26th February 12th & 26th March Materials to bring to the class: Sewing machine with all attachments, accessories and extension lead if you have…
Find out more »March 2025
Monthly Patchwork Quilting Class
Suitable for Beginners £15 a session (10am – 1pm) Join us each month to create projects using various patchwork techniques, whilst gaining new skills along the way; the sessions are for both Sewing Machine & Handwork. ──── Saturday 15th March Easy Dresden Plate Fan Block Motif ──── April Spring Break No Class ──── Saturday 17th May Stained Glass Patchwork ──── June -TBC ──── Summer Break No Class
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Information for Students
Some parking is available to the rear of the Centre. If you have equipment to bring in, you can access the building directly into the main hall through the doors in the car park. If the doors aren’t open, please inform the office you have arrived and the doors will be opened for you.
If you think you may have access difficulties please let us know in advance, as we have accessible facilities available. Accessible toilets are available on the ground floor. Wheelchair access is through the door on the front of the Centre.
Free tea & coffee will be provided. Don’t forget to bring your lunch or you can choose to visit one of the many cafes and takeaways in town.
Please wear suitable clothing, and if you’re bringing any electrical equipment please ensure that it is in good working order with a solid plug and undamaged wiring – check it before you come!
Payment
Class fees should be paid in advance by card (which can be done over the phone- 01376 323280).
We will also accept cheques, which will be cashed two weeks before the date of the class once we are sure the class will run, and should be made payable to Braintree & Bocking Community Association.
There may be an additional cost for appropriate materials, which if applicable, should be paid to the tutor on the day of the class – please check the class details.
Cancellation policy
Fees are non-refundable from two weeks before the class unless we can sell the space to another student (subject to a minimum of six students booked). Fees may be transferable at our discretion.
Please understand that the Centre cannot afford to run classes at a loss, since we are a charity. As such, classes may be cancelled if we are unable to achieve a minimum number of students. If this is the case, you will be informed two weeks before the date of the class and your fee will be refunded.