Group Traditional Lampshade Making

traditional lampshade

A course where craft meets business

Acquiring a new skill can sometimes be a daunting task, but it doesn’t neccessarily need to be that way when you receive plenty of individual attention. The advantages of our one-to-one workshops are that they can be tailored to your exact level and needs. You will get the opportunity to learn a new craft whilst at ease and at your own pace. We will support you to turn your skills into a business by providing plenty of business advice and trade tips. Your strengths and weaknesses are addressed consistently and fully without feeling the pressure by the progress of other students. Above all, enjoy some quality personal time away from the pressures of everyday life. Embrace the experience and treat yourself to the gift of lifelong learning, because you are worth it!

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Believe, Make, Price, Promote, Sell

This workshops is suitable for those wishing to learn for pleasure or business. During this workshop we will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to construct a professional looking tailored shade. We will provide all the materials including an empire frame and fabric. By end of the workshop you will take your creation home to add the perfect touch to your interiors.

The idea of turning your skills, talents or passion to a craft business is very alluring. It’s rewarding and possible, but the reality is that you need to be equipped with huge amount of knowledge of what is really involved.  During this workshop we will talk about how to make that transition. We will prepare you with facts and useful information. This includes list of suppliers, how to put together a collection, pricing your products, selling direct to consumers or retailers, wholesale strategies, how to prepare yourself for attending craft fairs, shows or trade exhibitions. We will also talk about the importance of branding, marketing and how the advances of today’s social networking and online communities can enhance and increase the potential audience for your craft.

 

 

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  • This is what we cover during this workshop:
  • Tools, equipments and useful books
  • Suitability of fabrics
  • Lampshade styles and lamp bases
  • Safety regulations: Fire resistance
  • Preparation of the frame by using tape binding technique
  • Preparing ad cutting the lining
  • Fitting and stitching the top fabric to the frame
  • Fitting and stitching the lining
  • Trimmings and embellishments
  • And all the tips and tricks of the trade

 

Key Facts

 

Information Details
Course Fee One day workshop: £295 Including materials and Lunch.
Time 09.30 – 17.30
Dates Group workshops: Sat 26th Sep, Sat 24th Oct, Sat 28th Nov.  To find out the dates of our next workshop, please send us a message at the bottom of this page
How to pay for your workshop Full payment is required in advance. Booking are made on a first come first serve basis. Places are limited. Booking is made through clicking the “Book Now” button at the bottom of this page. Secure payment is made through paypal or any major debit or credit cards.
Level Suitable for beginners
Certification Attendance certificate on completion of the course
Venue  Moji studio, 33 Cromwell Road, No 4, Hove, BN3 3EB




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