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Take time out for yourself and try something new

Our Homecraft courses are a brilliant way to fit something just for you into your calendar each week. Enjoy our relaxed, welcoming, and friendly environment as you fit something into your calendar each week that's just for you.

Embrace your hobbies and get creative

From Sewing and Knitting to Silver Jewellery and introductions to origami, there is plenty to get involved in. Take a look at our full course list to see what could inspire you next.

We offer Homecraft classes across Oxfordshire and pride ourselves in teaching in small, supportive environments. Throughout your time with us you will learn from our professional and passionate tutors who are keen to share their skills and help you get the most out of your craft. In our classroom environments you can practice with the tools and machines you need; a great way to affordably try out a new craft before buying your own kit.

Relaxed and friendly weekly courses

Once you’ve enrolled on one of our Homecraft courses, you will join fellow crafters who share your passion in our small and friendly classroom environments. Our priority is to help you find confidence in your new skills and show you all that is possible with them.

From designing and planning your own jewellery and garments, to learning about the specialist tools and equipment needed; our courses will begin by giving you the tools and knowledge you need to have fun and get creative and imaginative with your craft.

Once you’ve mastered the skills needed, you’ll work on your own projects to create pieces you love, all whilst being supported and guided by our professional tutors.

Part Time Homecrafts courses

Acrylic Painting - Mixed Ability

Part Time P02629

You will be offered a broad grounding in the use of acrylics. You will cover glazing, layering, impasto painting, bold and expressive brush work. You will examine how to observe a simple still life, how to mould form through light and shade, how to u...

13th Apr 2026 - 29th Jun 2026

Monday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

District Community Centre

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Acting 101 - For All

Part Time P02784

This is a general course in Acting for those with little/no experience or for those returning to the subject....

12th Jan 2026 - 23rd Mar 2026

Monday

Homecrafts | Performing Arts

Abingdon Campus

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Art for Relaxation

Part Time P02783

Escape the everyday. Discover calm through creativity....

23rd Sept 2025 - 9th Dec 2025

Tuesday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Witney Campus

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Artisan Bread Making

Part Time P02788

Join us and learn how to bake a Country Loaf, Breadsticks , Sandwich Loaf, Baguettes, Focaccia , Brioche, Ciabatta, Simple Pumpernickle , Pain de Campaigne, that will be the envy of all major High Street Bakeries....

4th Nov 2025 - 2nd Dec 2025

Tuesday

Homecrafts | Cookery

The Cherwell School

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Breads of the World

Part Time P02790

Travel around the fascinating world of bread making and explore their secrets....

3rd Jun 2026 - 24th Jun 2026

Wednesday

Homecrafts | Cookery

The Cherwell School

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Creative Drawing and Painting - Beginners

Part Time P02524

Join this course to explore different techniques for Drawing and Painting. On this course you will have an opportunity to explore many different drawing and painting techniques using a variety of media such as watercolour, acrylic, charcoal and graph...

16th Apr 2026 - 25th Jun 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Witney Campus

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Creative Drawing and Painting - Beginners

Part Time P02523

Join this course to explore different techniques for drawing and painting. On this course you will have an opportunity to explore many different drawing and painting techniques using a variety of media such as watercolour, acrylic, charcoal and graph...

15th Jan 2026 - 26th Mar 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Witney Campus

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Creative Drawing and Painting - Mixed Ability

Part Time P02794

On this course, you will have an opportunity to explore many different drawing and painting techniques using a variety of media such as watercolour, acrylic, charcoal and graphite. You will experiment using classical methods as well as contemporary a...

25th Sept 2025 - 4th Dec 2025

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

My Vision Oxford

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Creative Drawing and Painting - Mixed Ability

Part Time P02795

On this course, you will have an opportunity to explore many different drawing and painting techniques using a variety of media such as watercolour, acrylic, charcoal and graphite. You will experiment using classical methods as well as contemporary a...

15th Jan 2026 - 26th Mar 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

My Vision Oxford

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Creative Drawing and Painting - Mixed Ability

Part Time P02796

On this course, you will have an opportunity to explore many different drawing and painting techniques using a variety of media such as watercolour, acrylic, charcoal and graphite. You will experiment using classical methods as well as contemporary a...

16th Apr 2026 - 25th Jun 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

My Vision Oxford

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DSLR Photography - Level 1

Part Time P02768

A digital photography course for owners of a DSLR camera or those that have a camera that allows users FULL manual control – please check your camera’s manual for details if you are unsure. This course is designed for complete beginners though photog...

23rd Sept 2025 - 2nd Dec 2025

Tuesday

Homecrafts | Photography

Witney Campus

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DSLR Photography - Level 2

Part Time P02769

A digital photography course following on from our College Digital DSLR Photography - Stage 1 course. It will enable you to further understand DSLR or bridge camera. The course will look at additional camera features and equipment that will enhance y...

13th Jan 2026 - 24th Mar 2026

Tuesday

Homecrafts | Photography

Witney Campus

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DSLR Photography - Level 3

Part Time P02770

The Digital DSLR Photography - Stage 3 course is a follow on from our Stage 1 and Stage 2 courses. The course is designed to consolidate all that you have learnt so far, by taking you to a series of venues where you can put into practice your growing...

14th Apr 2026 - 30th Jun 2026

Tuesday

Homecrafts | Photography

Witney Campus

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Fresh Pasta and Sauces

Part Time P02789

Join us for this quintessentially Italian course: make Fresh Pasta and Risotto; discover traditional ingredients and techniques in order to cook a perfectly balanced dressing for your pasta, gnocchi or just as a delicious dressing sauce!...

14th Jan 2026 - 11th Feb 2026

Wednesday

Homecrafts | Cookery

The Cherwell School

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Glass Fusion - Kiln Carving and Metal Inclusions - Workshop

Part Time P02626

On this course you will explore different design and fusing techniques to create lovely unique glass artworks of your own. They can either be functional or decorative. Enjoy exploring your creativity through Kiln Formed Glass....

25th Apr 2026 - 25th Apr 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design | Specialist

Gosford Hill School

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Guitar - Advanced

Part Time P02793

Develop your guitar playing skills even further. This course is for people who are playing beyond the basic level and would like to improve to a more fluid and accomplished level of playing. Join this entertaining, informative and inspiring course an...

16th Apr 2026 - 25th Jun 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Music

Abingdon Campus

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Guitar - Improvers

Part Time P02792

Develop your playing skills - this is a course for people who can strum some basic chords but would like to move onto more fluid playing....

15th Jan 2026 - 26th Mar 2026

Thursday

Homecrafts | Music

Abingdon Campus

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Linoprinting - Workshop

Part Time P02705

This workshop, suitable for all abilities, is an excellent opportunity to learn about Linoprinting with a festive theme....

6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Linoprinting - Workshop

Part Time P02701

This workshop, suitable for all abilities, is an excellent opportunity to learn about the process of linoprinting....

16th May 2026 - 16th May 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Monoprinting - Workshop

Part Time P02700

This half-day workshop is a great opportunity to explore two different monoprinting techniques. It is suitable for all abilities, or anyone interested in exploring this area of printmaking....

20th Jun 2026 - 20th Jun 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Pottery - Mixed Ability

Part Time P02603

A pottery course in which you will learn a wide range of ceramic processes in a well-equipped studio taught by one of our highly skilled Ceramic Artists. You will be producing a body of work showing development of skills and ideas in a relaxed and fr...

25th Sept 2025 - 20th Nov 2025

Thursday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Abingdon Campus

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Printing - Workshop - Monoprint

Part Time QSKV001P

This half day workshop is a good opportunity to explore different and new techniques in monoprinting. It is suitable for any ability, or anyone interested in learning about and exploring this area of printmaking....

21st Jun 2025 - 21st Jun 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Sewing - Alternations and Making the Old Look new

Part Time P02778

Come along to our introductory workshop in clothing alterations, where you can learn how to restyle your garments into something new. Gain confidence and skills in a relaxed and friendly learning environment, and make new friends as you do so....

7th Feb 2026 - 7th Feb 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Block Pattern Making - Bodice - 2 Day Workshop

Part Time P02781

This weekend course covers all aspects of flat pattern cutting to enable you to draft a bodice and sleeve block using your body measurements, make and fit a toile and learn pattern adaptations (i.e. how move darts, make collars, sleeves and openings)...

16th May 2026 - 17th May 2026

Saturday & Sunday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Block Pattern Making - Dresses

Part Time P02782

This course covers all aspects of flat pattern cutting to enable you to draft a dress block using your body measurements. You will make and fit a toile and learn pattern adaptations and how to draft style lines to get the latest look for your design....

13th Jun 2026 - 13th Jun 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Block Pattern Making - Skirts - Workshop

Part Time P02775

This Saturday workshop covers all aspects of flat pattern cutting to enable you to draft a skirt block using your body measurements. You will make and fit a toile and learn pattern adaptations (i.e. how to insert panels, pleats, gathers, flares, gode...

11th Oct 2025 - 11th Oct 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Block Pattern Making - Trousers - Workshop

Part Time P02777

This Saturday course covers all aspects of flat pattern cutting to enable you to draft a trouser block using your body measurements. You will make and fit a toile and learn pattern adaptations and how to draft style lines to get the latest look for y...

24th Jan 2026 - 24th Jan 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Creative Cushions and Bags - Workshop

Part Time P02541

On this workshop you will make a bag and/or a cushion that will introduce you to basic sewing skills which can be built on for a variety of projects. You will gain confidence and skills in a relaxed and friendly learning environment....

8th Nov 2025 - 8th Nov 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts

Gosford Hill School

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Sewing - Creative Stitching and Simple Embroidery for Relaxation

Part Time P02506

Unwind and recharge through calming, hands-on sessions that blend fabric art with relaxation. Open to all levels, this course helps you explore new skills, spark creativity, and boost your mood....

25th Sept 2025 - 11th Dec 2025

Thursday

Learning for Wellbeing | Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Creative Stitching and Simple Embroidery for Relaxation

Part Time P02576

A playful, stress-free course for all levels—perfect for discovering your creativity, exploring intuition, and making something wonderful, whether you're new or continuing your journey with stitching and embroidery....

15th Jan 2026 - 26th Mar 2026

Thursday

Learning for Wellbeing | Homecrafts | Art & Design

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Creative Stitching and Simple Embroidery for Relaxation

Part Time P02577

Take time to unwind with this peaceful, beginner-friendly course exploring the art of hand sewing, embroidery, and fabric design. Discover colour, creativity, and connection in a relaxed, social setting....

16th Apr 2026 - 2nd Jul 2026

Thursday

Learning for Wellbeing | Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Advanced

Part Time ICWW001P

This course is part three of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the Improvers dressmaking course or those who have confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the use...

29th Apr 2025 - 15th Jul 2025

Tuesday

Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Advanced

Part Time P02766

This course is part three of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the Improvers dressmaking course or those who have confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the use...

13th Apr 2026 - 6th Jul 2026

Monday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Advanced

Part Time P02763

This course is part three of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the Improvers dressmaking course or those who have confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the use...

14th Apr 2026 - 7th Jul 2026

Tuesday

Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Advanced

Part Time P02780

This course is part three of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the Improvers dressmaking course or those who have confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the use...

15th Apr 2026 - 1st Jul 2026

Wednesday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Beginners

Part Time P02774

This course is part one of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at complete beginners or those who have very little sewing experience. You will gain confidence in the use of a sewing machine, learn basic sewing techniques, and follow instructi...

24th Sept 2025 - 10th Dec 2025

Wednesday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Beginners

Part Time P02761

This course is part one of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at complete beginners or those who have very little sewing experience. You will gain confidence in the use of a sewing machine, learn basic sewing techniques, and follow instructi...

23rd Sept 2025 - 9th Dec 2025

Tuesday

Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Beginners

Part Time P02764

This course is part one of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at complete beginners or those who have very little sewing experience. You will gain confidence in the use of a sewing machine, learn basic sewing techniques, and follow instructi...

22nd Sept 2025 - 8th Dec 2025

Monday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Improvers

Part Time P02776

This course is part two of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the beginner’s dressmaking course or those who have some confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the...

14th Jan 2026 - 25th Mar 2026

Wednesday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Improvers

Part Time P02765

This course is part two of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the beginner’s dressmaking course or those who have some confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the...

12th Jan 2026 - 23rd Mar 2026

Monday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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Sewing - Dressmaking - Improvers

Part Time P02762

This course is part two of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the beginner’s dressmaking course or those who have some confidence in their sewing abilities. You will gain confidence and additional skills in the...

13th Jan 2026 - 24th Mar 2026

Tuesday

Homecrafts

Witney Campus

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Sewing - Roman Blind

Part Time P02779

A one day workshop into the art of Roman blind making. You will make a sample blind to take away at the end of the workshop along with instructions on how to replicate for made to measure blinds for the home....

14th Mar 2026 - 14th Mar 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing - Workshop - Block Pattern Making - Dresses

Part Time IPXV309P

This course covers all aspects of flat pattern cutting to enable you to draft a dress block using your body measurements. You will make and fit a toile and learn pattern adaptations and how to draft style lines to get the latest look for your design....

7th Jun 2025 - 7th Jun 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts

Cheney School

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Sewing Stretch Fabrics - Using Overlocker - Workshop

Part Time P02767

If you have an overlock or serger machine and are not sure how to use it, then this course is for you. It will build on your existing sewing skills and increase your confidence on the use of this type of machine....

25th Apr 2026 - 25th Apr 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Gosford Hill School

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Sewing – Create a Gifting Bag - Workshop

Part Time P02575

Sewing – Create a Gifting Bag – Create a Tote Bag is a friendly and relaxed half day workshop where you can learn to design and create a simple Tote Bag....

21st Mar 2026 - 21st Mar 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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Sewing – Dressmaking - Advanced

Part Time ISAV001P

This course is part three of a three-part programme. The course is aimed at learners who have completed the Improvers dressmaking course or those who have confidence in their sewing abilities....

28th Apr 2025 - 14th Jul 2025

Monday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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Silver Jewellery - Bold Pendant - Workshop

Part Time P02509

This immersive six-hour workshop is designed for beginners and jewellery enthusiasts looking to create a striking bold silver pendant. Participants will learn fundamental silversmithing and jewellery-making techniques, including sawing, filing, textu...

5th Sept 2026 - 5th Sept 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Cheney School

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Silver Jewellery - Large Looped Chain - Workshop

Part Time P02786

Join us for a creative and rewarding experience in silversmithing and jewellery making! This immersive six-hour workshop is designed to introduce you to the art of jewellery-making and silversmithing and explores the process of creating a contemporar...

7th Feb 2026 - 7th Feb 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Gosford Hill School

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Silver Jewellery - Large Looped Chain - Workshop

Part Time P02683

Join us for a creative and rewarding experience in silversmithing and jewellery making! This immersive six-hour workshop is designed to introduce you to the art of jewellery-making and silversmithing and explores the process of creating a contemporar...

14th Mar 2026 - 14th Mar 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Cheney School

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Silver Jewellery - Spinner Ring - Workshop

Part Time P02707

Spin some style into your silverwork. In this creative hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to craft your own sterling silver spinner ring – a beautifully tactile piece featuring one or more moving bands that spin freely around a wider base ring. Some...

13th Jun 2026 - 6th Jun 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Cheney School

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Silver Jewellery - Spinner Ring - Workshop

Part Time P02706

Spin some style into your silverwork. In this creative hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to craft your own sterling silver spinner ring – a beautifully tactile piece featuring one or more moving bands that spin freely around a wider base ring. Some...

16th May 2026 - 16th May 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Silver Jewellery - Workshop - Spinner Ring

Part Time QSKV007P

This class is designed for you to make a sumptuous spinner ring, encapsulating the hand-crafted ideals of a traditional jeweller. In order to avoid disappointment, it is advisable to enrol at least 2½ weeks prior to the course starting. We will confi...

21st Jun 2025 - 21st Jun 2025

Saturday

Homecrafts | Art & Design

Gosford Hill School

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Sourdough and Speciality Bread

Part Time P02787

Learn a rewarding simple sourdough routine that’s good for you and your soul!A Hand-made sourdough loaf is the real bread, easier for your gut to digest through an interesting satisfactory procedure. ...

22nd Sept 2025 - 3rd Nov 2025

Monday

Homecrafts | Cookery

The Cherwell School

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Weaving - Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving - Workshop

Part Time P02799

This is an excellent course for those new to weaving. Rigid Heddle looms are a great choice as they are easy to warp up and new ones are relatively cheap to buy....

13th Jun 2026 - 13th Jun 2026

Saturday

Homecrafts

Abingdon Campus

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