Please note that most workshops and classes are on a pre-book basis and are held at Purrfect Crafting 32, Lord Street. Leigh WN7 1AB.
Cancellation policy - up to 2 weeks before class 25% refund (excludes £5 non refundable deposit) after this time no refund.
To book your place and pay your deposit please enter the workshop title and attendee name then click the buy now button to be forward to the payment page.
Please note, multiple bookings will need to be done individually thank you
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Christmas centrepiece Sunday 13th October 2pm - 4pm
You will start by painting your words to go onto your centrepiece then you
will be shown how to arrange your decorations (choose from a wide range) for maximum impact. You will be provided with your own bow maker (yours to keep) and shown how to make beautiful bows. Once
you are happy with your arrangement you will secure everything down. Your finished piece will be ready to take home and enjoy.
Everything is provided for you to make a fabulous centrepiece which will adorn
your table for years to come. Complimentary
refreshments are provided throughout the workshop.
Drop Spindle Spinning
Sunday 29th September 1pm - 3.30pm £30
Needle Felted Lavendar Heart workshop
Wednesday 2nd October 1pm - 3pm £10
Learn the basics of needle felting
.
You will be shown how to use a felting
needle to create your own hanging heart filled with lavender.
All felting wools and tools are
provided. You will be able to choose from a range of colour ways.
Knitted scarf workshop
Tuesday 1st October 4.30pm - 7pm £16
Powertex Christmas Tree workshop
Friday 8th December 5pm - 7pm
£12 per person
A great introduction to powertex and just in time for Christmas too.
Create your own decorative tree using a number of materials and powertex which is a fabric hardener.
You will be offered a number of different colours and patterns of fabric and will be shown how to manipulate it to create your tree.
This makes a great table centrepiece or can be used as part of your Christmas decorations.
Booking is essential and a non refundable £5 deposit is required to guarantee your place. Bookings can be made in store or through our website.
Please note that this is a messy workshop and whilst we provide aprons you
should wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
Candle making workshop FULL
Saturday 25th February 1.30pm £12 per person
We will begin with a demonstration by Annie the founder of Easi Candle then you will make your own decorative candle to take home with you at the end of the workshop.
All materials are provided including complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
A £5 non refundable deposit is required to secure your booking as places are limited.
Fabric lanterns workshop
Saturday 9th April 5pm - 7pm
Enjoy an evening making 2 lanterns
using your choice from a great range of fabrics. You will take away your 2 lanterns at the end of the workshop all ready to display and use in your home or garden. (Please note these are for battery
operated tea lights only)
All materials and tools are provided
along with complimentary refreshments.
Why not bring a friend
along.
Workshop cost is £15 a deposit of £5 is
required to book your place (payable in store or online)
Powertex picture canvas
Spend an evening creating your own unique picture canvas with our tutor Irene.
You will be using a Powertex with a number different materials and embellishments to create your canvas giving you a variety of finishes.
This is a messy workshop and whilst we provide aprons and gloves we advise you to wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
All materials and tools are provided and there will be complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop. Please note you will need to bring a picture of approx 8cm x 8cm to complete your canvas.
Cost of workshop is £17 and a nonrefundable deposit of £5 per person is required - deposit will be refunded or carried over if Purrfect Crafting has to cancel (places will not be held without a deposit as places are limited)
Deposits can be paid in our Tyldesley store or via the link above.
Powertex bowl workshop
Wednesday 30th June 4pm - 7pm
Spend a relaxed and creative evening with Powertex and learn a new skill. You will be guided by our expert tutor Irene who will be there every step of the way.
You will be using a range of materials and embellishments to create your own bowl, once dried you will be shown how to colour your piece and watch it really come to life.
Your finished bowl will be yours to take home and enjoy at the end of the workshop.
All materials and tools are provided and complimentary refreshments will be available throughout the workshop.
Please note this is a messy workshop and whilst aprons and gloves are provided we ask you to come in old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
Cost of workshop is £20 a non refundable deposit of £5 per person is required (Refundable if we cancel) places are limited so booking is essential.
Powertex heart to heart workshop - Friday 7th February 4pm @ Purrfect Crafting.
All ready for Valentines, make your own version of this gorgeous twin hearts hanging plaque.
Our expert tutor Irene will show you how to decorate your hearts using Powertex and pigment colours.
Complimentary refreshments are provided throughout the workshop.
Workshop price is £10.00 per person, a £5 non refundable deposit is required to secure your place, please book via the button above or call into the store.
Powertex Christmas Postbox workshop.
Sunday 22nd September 10-30am £35 lunch included.
Our first Christmas workshop for this year.
Create your own gorgeous Christmas postbox using this great fabric hardening medium and pigments. Our expert tutor will guide you every step of the way to enable you to create your own unique postbox
using fabric and embellishments.
Everything is provided so you can relax and enjoy a day creating your own work of art.
We will begin with a drink and an introduction to Powertex before being shown how to manipulate fabric and other natural materials to create the main base of your postbox. You will then add
your embellishments, choosing from a wide range which will be available to you. We willthen break to allow the postboxes to dry whilst you will enjoy a lovey buffet lunch and chat amongst yourselves.
You will also have the opportunity to stock up on your Powertex and other craft items from our great range of Crafting products.
After lunch it will be back to your postbox where you will be shown how to dry brush. This is where your postbox will really come to life using our extensive range of pigment colours in matt,
metallic and colour changing.
Complimentary refreshments are provided provided throughout the workshop.
Please note that this is a fun but messy workshop so please wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
A non refundable £5 deposit is required to book your place, please call into our store or use the link at the top of the page.
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Powertex Cello workshop.
Wednesday June 26th @ 3-30pm
£22-50
Create your own musical masterpiece at our Powertex workshop.
You will be shown by our expert tutor how to manipulate fabric to craft your Cello, once dry you will be able to highlight your cello with our great range of pigments to really bring it to life. You
will be leaving at the end of the workshop with your own completed piece ready to display.
All tools, materials and protective aprons/gloves are provided (this is a messy class using fabric hardener so you are advised to wear old clothing)
Complimentary refreshments are provided throughout the workshop. To book your place a £5 non refundable deposit is required, please contact us or go to the workshop booking page on our website.
Powertex workshop - Saturday 18th May 3pm - 6.30pm
Create your own stunning Spells/Magic Dragon book using Powertex and a range of embellishments.
We will show you how to manipulate fabrics to achieve a magical effect to your book, you will then be show how to colour your piece using pigments and metallics to enhance it and really bring it to
life. You can choose from a range of embellishments helping you to create your own unique book. At the end of the workshop your book will be finished and ready for you to take home and enjoy.
Complimentary refreshments are available throughout the workshop.
We provide all materials, book,embellishments, tools, aprons and gloves. (Please note that this is a messy workshop so please wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home)
Workshop costs £12.00 per person. A £5 non refundable deposit is required to guarantee your place.
Bookings can be made and deposit paid by calling into our store or through the link at the top of this page.
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Ship's wheel workshop. Tuesday May 7th @ 4pm £18.50 per person.
From our nautical range comes the gorgeous ship's wheel.
Created from m.d.f. you will be shown by how to colour and accent your wheel by our own expert mixed media tutor.
The wheel is fully turning and comes on a base and with a faux compass for you to arrange how you wish.
There will be able a variety of different colours, embellishments and materials for you to choose from to make your wheel truly unique to you.
All materials, tools and embellishments will be provided along with complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
To ensure your place on this great workshop a £5 non refundable deposit is required. Please contact us to book.
Ollie Owl workshop. Saturday 4th May @ 4pm
£9.00 per person
Learn painting techniques and create your own gorgeous Ollie Owl to adorn your wall.
This cute little critter is a great fun project made using paints, embellishments and gilding.
This workshop is sure to make you smile.
All tools, paints and mdf owl are provided along with complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
Please contact us to book your place.
Powertex fairy tree house workshop.
Wednesday April 24th @ 4pm
£20.00 per person.
Would you like to learn a new craft in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere? or maybe you would like to dabble in the world of Powertexing or you just simply love messy Crafting, then this is the
workshop you have been waiting for.
Moving on from the fairy House you will be creating your own unique fairy tree house, with nooks and crannies, branches, birds, steps, log seat and even a cute little swing not to mention the
obligatory fairy.
You will be led by our own fully qualified Powertex tutor who will show you how to manipulate various materials and embellishments to create your own gorgeous version of this fantastic tree
house.
Once dry you will be able to colour your piece and really bring it to life.
Your masterpiece will be finished with the magical glow of added lights and after curing for 3 weeks it will be ready to put in the garden (if you wish)
Your finished item will be yours to take home with you and enjoy.
All tools, materials, embellishments and lights are provided along with complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
Please note that this is a very messy workshop and you are advised to wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
Mini Weaving Sampler Workshop. Monday 15th April 3pm £7-50 per person
Learn the art of loom weaving and make your own woven sampler.
You will be shown a number of techniques using a variety of colours and threads to create your own unique sampler which will be yours to take home with you at the end of the workshop.
All tools, mini loom and threads are provided along with complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
Please contact us to book your place on this great new workshop.
This is also a recommended workshop for youngsters from ages 5 and upwards (please note that an appropriate adult will need to be with youngsters)
Lit bottle workshop. Wednesday 17th April @ 3.30pm £10 per person.
Create your own gorgeous lit decorative bottle using one of a number of different themes.
You will be shown how to create the pattern and glitter your bottle before adding any finishing touches ie: wording then you will add lights.
All tools, embellishments, products, lights and bottles are provided along with complimentary refreshments throughout the workshop.
Please inform us beforehand if you require any specific embellishments/wording.
Pre booking is advisable along with a £5 non refundable deposit to secure your booking as places are limited.
Man shed workshop. Saturday March 16th 11am - 2pm £17-50 per person.
We will provide you with your own shed and a range of embellishments so that you can create your very own style of shed.
Your shed has an opening door so you can put gifts inside if you wish.
Please let us know beforehand if you require any personalisation so that we can have it ready for you on the day.
Shed, embellishments, paints, tools and complimentary refreshments are provided throughout the workshop.
Please contact us to book your place, a £5 non refundable deposit is required to secure your place.
Cart workshop. Tuesday March 5th. 4pm - 7.30pm £15 per person.
Just in time for Mothers day or a gorgeous gift to yourself, you will be shown how to decorate your own beautiful handcart in colours of your choice.
There will be a range of embellishments for you to use to make your cart truly special. Please let us know beforehand if you require any particular words/names cutting to personalise your
cart.
Cart, embellishments, equipment and accessories are all provided along with complimentary refreshments. To book your place please contact us, a non refundable deposit of £5 is required to guarantee
your place.
Powertex - Decorative handbag workshop
Wednesday February 20th 4pm - 7.30pm
£18 per person.
This fabulous new workshop will blow you away.
Create your own decorative handbag using Powertex and a range of embellishments.
You will be shown by our expert tutor how to manipulate fabric then add a range of embellishments to create your own unique style of handbag.
Once dry you will be taught the techniques of dry brushing to add a range of colours and really bring your handbag to life, once finished it will be yours to take home and enjoy.
All materials (MDF handbag, fabric & embellishments) tools and equipment are provided.
You will create your handbag in a relaxed atmosphere whilst enjoying complimentary refreshments.
Please note this is a messy workshop so please wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home.
A non refundable deposit of £5 is required to book your place.
Powertex - Tissue box cover
Monday 28th Jan 4pm
You will be dhown how to manipulate fabric to create your own unique tissue box cover, you will then be show how to colour your piece using pigments and metallics to enhance it and
really bring it to life. You can choose from a range of embellishments helping you to create your own unique design. At the end of the workshop your cover will be finished and ready for you to take
home and enjoy.
Refreshments are included and available throughout the
workshop.
We provide all materials, cover,embellishments, tools,
aprons and gloves. (Please note that this is a messy workshop so please wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home)
Workshop costs £12.00 per
person.
Body Shop Party
Tuesday 11th December 12.30pm. Free no booking required.
Why not come along and pick up some of those last minute Christmas gifts or give yourself a little treat (go on you deserve it)
All orders placed at the party will be delivered in time for Christmas.
Full payment taken for orders on the day.
Complimentary refreshments will be provided there will also be products available for you to buy and take away with you and also a raffle.
Powertex Spell/Magic book
Friday 4th May 4.30pm
Create your own stunning Spells/Magic book using Powertex and a range of embellishments.
We will show you how to manipulate fabrics to achieve a magical effect to your book, you will then be show how to colour your piece using pigments and metallics to enhance it and really bring it to
life. You can choose from a range of embellishments helping you to create your own unique book. At the end of the workshop your book will be finished and ready for you to take home and enjoy.
Refreshments are included and available throughout the workshop.
We provide all materials, book,embellishments, tools, aprons and gloves. (Please note that this is a messy workshop so please wear old clothing and leave jewellery at home)
Workshop costs £12.00 per person.
Stix 2 Xmas demonstration day with Karen Mackie
Saturday 24th March 10am - 4pm
This is a free event open to all, come along and enjoy the demonstration and have a go yourself with free make and takes.
Wednesday 21st March - 4.30pm start
Make your own unique fairy house using Powertex, you will be using a number of techniques including fabric hardening, fabric draping and dry brushing.
You will create a finished product to take home with you.
All materials, tools, aprons and gloves are provided.
Cost of class £15.00 per person.
Decorate an animal
Sat. 3rd Feb
Choose a decomache animal and decorate it your own way using glitters, paints and papers.
£5.00 per person.
This is an all day drop in event - no booking required.
Introduction to Powertex
Monday 11th December
4-30pm to 5-30pm
Learn the art of Powertexing and create a lovely bag charm or brooch.
Workshop cost £5-00
Please note all equipment and refreshments are supplied, it is advisable to wear old clothing as Powertex is a fabric hardener and although aprons are provided clothing can on occasion be marked.
Dry Felt A Snowman
Monday 4th Dec. 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Would you like to learn how to dryfelt and make a lovely snowman just in time for Christmas? this class could be what you are looking for. All materials are included and tools will be provided for you to make your very own felted snowman.
Class cost is £6-00 (over 12's only due to sharp tools)
Do you love knitting or crochet and want to help a worthy cause?
Purrfect Crafting 'warm in winter' may be just the thing for you.
Every Monday & Wednesday we will be holding a drop in for you to come along and participate in making scarves and blankets to be distributed to the homeless, as the colder weather approaches we
wanted to do something positive whilst enjoying our passion of wool crafts and use up all those oddments of wool that we all have stashed away.
Can't knit or crochet but still want to help?
we need large supplies of wool to keep us going so please take a look at the back of your cupboards as all donations of wool large or small will be greatly appreciated, even oddments can be used to
sew the pieces together, (these can be dropped off at our store in Tyldesley)
Anyone who would like to participate please come along and join in. Wool and needles will all be provided as will complimentary refreshments for anyone joining in our
group.
Sew Saturday is a campaign that was launched 3 years ago by Sew magazine and it's sister publications.
In an age of Internet shopping, the idea is to show people what's great about going to a bricks and mortar shop, being able to see and feel fabrics, take part in workshops and meet like minded stitchers
Purrfect Crafting is pleased to be taking part in this years event with make and takes, goody bags, competitions and of course cake.
So why not come along and join us on Saturday 21st October between 9am and 4-30 pm.
Stix 2 Xmas demonstration day with Karen Mackie
Saturday 11th November 10am - 4pm
This is a free event open to all, come along and enjoy the demonstration and have a go yourself with free make and takes.
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