104 Short courses in Art and Craft

Have you ever dreamt of making your own furniture from scratch from a raw piece of timber? By completing this Furniture Making Workshop course at Nottingham Trent University you’ll not only gain a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of tools and techniques, you’ll also be able to proudly showcase your finished coffee table - a testament to your newfound woodworking skills.

The Level 2 Diploma in Barbering at Warwickshire College is a job ready qualification providing general skills and knowledge that employers expect.

In this Beauty Therapy course at Dundee and Angus College you will learn basic skills in a range of areas, which will prepare you well for potential progression into Level 2 beauty.

On this hands-on Special FX Make-up course at the Arts University Bournemouth young artists aged 12-15 will let their imaginations free as they explore make-up special effects for performance, fashion, film, and TV.

This Silverclay Jewellery Workshop at the Arts University Bournemouth has been specially designed for anyone that wishes to learn how to make pure silver jewellery using silverclay.

On this Jewellery with Wood course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) you will explore how to make contemporary sculptural jewellery pieces with silver inlay, inlaid pearls and laminating different woods.

This skills-based and demonstration-led Mixed Media Printmaking course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) takes place in a state-of-the-art printmaking studio.  Students will explore themes and compositional ideas using both colour and black and white printed collage methods. These outcomes are then translated into handmade printmaking techniques.

Hair styling is an exciting, creative and glamorous career or a valuable addition to many professions like personal shopper or image consultant. Based in the fast moving, bustling world of image and fashion, it is satisfying and very rewarding. International Open Academy offers the Hair Styling and Extensions programme.

Make something new and beautiful out of old clothes and materials. Spend quality time with children at home being productive and creative. Design homemade quilts, decorations, and wall hangings made with love and filled with sweet memories.International Open Academy offers the Quilting With Kids programme.

Give a second life to old or plain clothes or shoes by adding colorful motifs or drawings created by you. Jazz up your tired-looking curtains, lampshades, and cushions with your embroidery designs. International Open Academy offers the Embroidery For Beginners programme.

Are you passionate about nail art? Do you love painting nails and want to be part of the $532 billion dollar beauty industry? International Open Academy offers the Nail Technician programme.

A successful makeup artist can earn up to $100,000 per year and The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the beauty industry is expected to grow 8% from 2018 to 2028 – faster than the national average. International Open Academy offers the Makeup Artistry programme.

The Cabinetry and Woodworking course offered by Red River College Polytechnic will help you use a variety of woods, laminates and engineered materials to learn the artistry of cabinetmaking and woodworking.

This Domestic Machine Knitting for Beginners course at Nottingham Trent University offers intensive instruction on domestic knitting machines. It’ll introduce you to thinking creatively about using a machine at home or at work, and how to exploit the equipment to produce a range of samples.

Discover how textiles and technology can be combined to create innovative, interactive and functional products. This practical E-Textiles for Beginners course at Nottingham Trent University explores the emerging field of electronic textiles, also known as e-textiles, where fabrics are enhanced with electronic components to sense, respond and interact with their environment.

This Hairdressing - Level 3 course at Forth Valley College develops skills and knowledge for a career in hairdressing and the service industries.

This Advanced Jewellery course at Cambridge Regional College is for students with some experience of jewellery making and manipulating metals.

This Barbering (Level 6) course at Dundee and Angus College will enhance your knowledge and skills in Barbering to a high level of occupational ability.

This Upholstery Techniques course at City of Glasgow College is for you if you're just starting out, or want to develop your upholstery skills.

This exciting and hands-on Domestic Machine Knitting for Improvers course at Nottingham Trent University is designed to help you take your skills to the next level while walking away with a beautiful jumper you’ve made yourself.