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Afternoon Autumn Crochet Course Come stitch up some joy this autumn with renowned crochet designer and tutor Katie Jones! Whether you're a complete beginner or already hooked on crochet, this six-part course is designed to help you build confidence, develop new skills, and enjoy creative time in a friendly, supportive setting. Who’s it for? Complete beginners: Learn all the fundamentals from scratch — no experience necessary. Confident crocheters: Bring along a tricky pattern or project and let Katie guide you through it with expert support. What You’ll Learn Over six sessions, beginners will cover: - How to make a classic granny square - Working in rows and in the round - Colour changes and simple colourwork - Creating texture with a variety of stitches - Understanding hooks, yarns, tension, and reading basic patterns Improvers can explore: - More advanced stitch combinations - Starting and shaping garments or accessories - Finishing techniques - Troubleshooting patterns - Personal project development with Katie’s guidance Materials Basic yarn and tools for practice are included in the course fee. If you'd prefer to use your own colours or fibres, we’ll send you a materials list in advance. A £5 materials fee is included in the price. Please let us know your skill level when booking so we can tailor the sessions to suit everyone. About Katie Jones Katie is a celebrated knit and crochet designer known for her bold colour palettes, joyful creativity, and inclusive approach to teaching. Her work has been featured by the V&A Museum, Selfridges, and Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas, and she’s the author of Hip to Be Square. Follow her at @katiejonesknit Course Details Dates: Mondays, 3rd November – 8th December Time: 2:30 – 4:30pm Location: Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6AY Total teaching hours: 12 hours (6 sessions of 2 hours) Class size: Small group with individual guidance and support Pricing We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and keeps our classes accessible. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Standard fee: £125 (includes £5 materials fee) Low income rate: £100 (includes £5 materials fee) Class sizes are kept small, so early booking is recommended. Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.

Autumn Afternoon Knitting School with Katie Jones Mondays, 2:30pm –4:30pm Starting 1st September Come stitch up some joy this autumn with renowned knit and crochet designer Katie Jones, a regular tutor at Bus Stop Studios, where she also leads our regular crochet classes and seasonal workshops. This relaxed, friendly course is perfect for absolute beginners and confident improvers alike. Whether you’re picking up needles for the first time or ready to build on the basics, Katie will guide you through everything you need to gain confidence and enjoy the meditative magic of knitting. What You’ll Learn Beginners will cover: - Casting on and binding off - Knit & purl stitches - Working in rows - Simple shaping and fixing mistakes - Yarn types, needle sizes & tension - Reading a basic pattern Improvers can explore: - Textured stitch patterns (like seed stitch, ribbing, or lace) - Colour play and combining yarns - Customising shapes - Troubleshooting patterns Materials Basic yarn and materials are provided. The course price includes a small materials fee. Want to bring your own colours? We’ll send you a supply list. Coming soon: We’ll be expanding our range of yarns and knitting tools in the shop, just in time for the start of this course—perfect if you’re looking to stock up or continue your knitting journey at home. Please let us know your skill level when booking so we can tailor the sessions to suit everyone. Course Schedule Mondays, 2:30–4:30pm Dates: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd September Two-week break: 29th September & 6th October Final sessions: 13th & 20th October (6 sessions total) Held at: Bus Stop Studios, St Leonards-on-Sea We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Standard fee: £125 Low income rate: £100 This is a small-group class with limited places, so early booking is essential. Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.

Portrait Drawing Course: Foundations & Expression Join artist Clarissa Shanahan for a four-week course focused on the essentials of portrait drawing. Across four weekly three-hour sessions, you’ll explore how to capture the human face with both accuracy and expression. We’ll cover: Anatomy, proportion and the “math” of the face Gesture, line, contour, shading and value Building depth and volume through light and shadow Techniques to bring character and life into your portraits Each session includes working from a live model, with hands-on instruction and personal guidance to support your growth and confidence. This course is perfect for both beginners and those looking to sharpen their portrait skills. Materials Before the course begins, we’ll send a recommended materials list. All items can be purchased from the Bus Stop Studios shop if you don’t already have them. This course has very small class sizes (maximum of 6 students), ensuring plenty of individual guidance, and includes hiring a live model each week, giving you professional-level practice opportunities. Please check our Terms & Conditions before booking. Dates & Times Tuesdays: November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th 10am – 1pm (with a short break) Pricing Standard Fee: £150 Low Income Rate: £135 We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. For more on Clarissa’s work: ClarissaShanahan.com

Adult Intermediate French Group Already got the basics sorted and looking for more? This friendly, mixed ability group is perfect for: Anyone who has completed the first three levels of our French courses Learners who are already comfortable with simple conversations and ready to stretch their skills further This is not a group for complete beginners. It is designed for people who already have some confidence with French and want to keep building on what they know. The sessions are mainly conversational, giving you plenty of opportunity to practise speaking and listening in real-life contexts. There will also be written and reading exercises to strengthen grammar, vocabulary and comprehension, so you feel more confident in every area of your French. Every session is guided and supported by Olivier, so you can progress with confidence and ask questions along the way. What You Will Do Chat about everyday life, work, hobbies, passions and current events Practise listening to authentic French and responding naturally Strengthen your understanding of past, present and future tenses Build vocabulary for social conversations and practical situations Read and discuss French newspapers and magazine articles Listen to French music to explore pronunciation and cultural context Complete short reading and writing activities to support speaking skills Take home simple exercises and reading tasks to keep your French brain ticking between sessions About Your Tutor Olivier Jarré is a native French speaker from St Leonards-sur-Mer Experienced translator and tutor who has taught French in schools, universities and adult learning groups Friendly, relaxed teaching style focused on helping you progress at your own pace We keep our classes small to ensure everyone gets plenty of attention and time to speak. Please check our Terms and Conditions before booking. Mondays, 11:00am to 12:30pm 15th September to 20th October (6 sessions) Bus Stop Studios 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6AY Course fee: £95 standard, £80 low income We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Keep your French flowing, build your confidence and have fun doing it

Embroider Your Wardrobe Course – A Creative Course with Amy Burt Ever wanted to breathe new life into an old t-shirt, cover up a stubborn stain on your favourite jacket, or figure out how to stitch onto a pair of socks? Now’s your chance to transform your wardrobe with the art of embroidery! Join professional embroidery artist and Bus Stop Studios founder Amy Burt for this inspiring four-part evening course, where you'll plan and create custom embroidery on items from your own wardrobe. Every project will be unique, tailored to your vision, style, and garment of choice. What to Expect: Week 1: Plan your project with Amy’s expert guidance. Week 2-4: Bring your ideas to life, learning techniques that will make your designs shine! No idea what to stitch? No problem! Amy’s shop offers a collection of her own beautiful designs for purchase, and her book, STITCH, is packed with inspiration (just check out the photos below for a glimpse of what’s possible!). If you have your own sewing kit please feel free to bring this along but we have everything you will need here if not. This hands-on, small-group course is perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike, and if all goes well, we hope to make it a regular event! Meet Your Tutor – Amy Burt (aka Lady B Embroidery) Amy is a qualified hand embroidery artist and tutor based in St Leonards on Sea. Since 2016, she has taught at the Royal School of Needlework and has worked with top fashion houses, including Alexander McQueen, Ralph & Russo, and Erdem. She even contributed embroidery to the Coronation of King Charles III! Her book, STITCH, published in 2021, showcases stunning embroidery techniques and inspiration. www.ladybembroidery.co.uk Course Details: Dates: Tuesdays, 16th Sept - 7th October (4 lessons) Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6AY Materials: Purchase what you need in class at a discounted rate, or request a materials list to bring your own. Pricing: We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you’re able to pay the standard fee, it helps support our tutors and keeps classes accessible. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Class sizes are kept small to ensure lots of individual support and space to develop at your own pace. Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.

Adult Beginners French Course Ever wanted to speak French with confidence? Whether you are planning a holiday in France, hoping to chat with French-speaking friends, or simply looking to try something new, this friendly and supportive course will get you started. Designed especially for complete beginners (or those who need a gentle refresher from school days), this course focuses on the French you will actually use, from greetings and ordering food to asking for directions and making simple conversation. It is mostly a conversational class, giving you plenty of opportunity to speak and listen, but there will also be written and reading assignments to strengthen your understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure. What You Will Learn Over six interactive weekly sessions, you will: - Master essential words and phrases for everyday situations - Learn how to introduce yourself and talk about where you are from - Order food and drinks with confidence - Ask for directions and navigate towns and markets - Build simple sentences to express likes, dislikes, and plans We focus on speaking and listening right from the start, with practical pronunciation practice, short role-play exercises, and real-life examples to help you feel comfortable using the language straight away. Course Materials We will be working from Usborne’s Beginners French book. Students will need their own copy, along with a notebook and pen for notes and exercises. About Your Tutor Your guide on this language journey is Olivier Jarré, a native French speaker of St Leonards-sur-Mer. Olivier is a professional translator and experienced tutor who has taught French in schools, universities, and adult learning groups. His warm, clear teaching style will help you feel at ease and supported as you learn. We keep our classes small to ensure everyone receives personal attention and can learn at a pace that suits them. Please check our Terms and Conditions before booking. Wednesdays, 11:00am to 12:30pm 17th September to 22nd October (6 sessions) Bus Stop Studios 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6AY Course fee: £95 standard, £80 low income We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Come and start your French journey, it is never too late to learn a new language!

The Elements of Tarot: Designing Your Personal Tarot Card Explore the rich symbolism and archetypes of the Tarot and create a unique card that speaks directly to your own journey. In this immersive 4 part workshop series you’ll learn the foundations of Tarot, including archetypes, symbolism, and elemental correspondences. From this, you’ll design your very own Tarot card, an expression of your intuition and creativity. Over four evenings, we’ll explore: - The four elements of Tarot: Earth, Air, Fire & Water - How symbols connect with our subconscious - The use of visual and energetic language in card design - By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the Tarot’s structure and leave with a personal card you’ve designed, representing your connection to Tarot’s deeper meanings. Who is this for? Perfect for beginners keen to understand Tarot and intermediate students wanting to deepen their practice through art and personal expression. What to bring: - A Tarot deck (yours or use one of ours) - Sketchbook or blank card stock (approx. 5x7 inches) - Coloured pencils, markers, paint, or gel pens - Ruler and pencil for layout (Optional: collage materials, fabric, or your favourite art supplies) All the above can be bought in Bus Stop Studios Shop What you’ll take away: - A completed, personalised Tarot card - Greater insight into Tarot symbolism and the elements - Confidence to continue exploring Tarot creatively About Your Tutor This course is led by Clarissa Shanahan, an intuitive Tarot reader and artist known for her thoughtful, creative approach to Tarot and symbolism. Clarissa has been reading Tarot professionally for over a decade and has taught workshops blending intuitive development with creative practice. She’s passionate about helping people discover their own voice through Tarot and visual art. www.LuminousChariotTarot.com www. ClarissaShanahan.com Dates & Times Thursday Evenings 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th September 7pm–9pm Bus Stop Studios, St Leonards on Sea Small class size – early booking recommended. Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking. Pricing Standard Fee: £95 Low-Income Rate: £80 We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors and makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances.

Yarnies: Experienced Knitting & Crochet Group Already confident with your knitting & / or crochet skills and ready for something more challenging? Yarnies is our group for experienced makers who want to push their creativity further, work on their own projects and explore advanced techniques under expert guidance – all while enjoying time with like-minded people who share your passion for yarn. Led by Katie Jones, our regular crochet & knitting tutor and an award-winning knitwear designer, these bi-monthly Wednesday sessions run 1:30 – 4pm in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether you’re tackling a complex crochet or knitting pattern, refining your finishing techniques, or simply want the motivation of creating alongside fellow yarn enthusiasts, Katie is there to guide and inspire you. Techniques you can explore: - Colourwork – stranded & mosaic techniques - Complex garment shaping & construction - Textured & structural crochet stitches - Combining fibres & creative yarn choices - Perfecting tension for intricate work - Professional finishing techniques About Katie Jones Katie is known for her bold, colourful designs and joyful approach to yarn. Her work has been featured in The Guardian, Elle Decoration & The Telegraph, and she has collaborated with brands including Mini Boden & Selfridges. She is the author of “Hip to Be Square”, a book celebrating modern crochet squares and creative design ideas. www.katiejonesknit.co.uk. Katie has been part of the Bus Stop Studios family for some time, regularly teaching crochet & knitting courses and inspiring makers to enjoy every step of their creative journey. Who is it for? Experienced crocheters & / or knitters who are confident with the basics & want to take on more challenging projects, learn new techniques & spend time with other like-minded makers in a relaxed, inspiring space. Course dates: Bi-monthly on Wednesdays, 1:30pm–4pm 10th & 24th Sept 8th & 22nd Oct 5th & 19th Nov 3rd & 17th Dec Course fee: - Full term (all 8 classes): Standard £175, Low income £150 - Half term (first 4 classes): Standard £100, Low income £85 We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors & makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Small group sizes – booking essential. Please check our T&C's before booking.

Elephant Hawk Moth – Silk & Metal Thread Embroidery with Becky Hogg We're thrilled to welcome specialist hand embroiderer Becky Hogg back to Bus Stop Studios for a special embroidery course featuring her brand-new Elephant Hawk Moth design – taught for the very first time! This 3 part course is an exclusive opportunity to learn silk & metal thread embroidery, combining classic embroidery stitches with specialist metalwork techniques. The striking design uses fine metallic threads, silk & wool in rich fuchsia pinks & mossy golds to create a vibrant & dimensional embroidery. Becky will guide you through every stage of the project with step-by-step demonstrations & expert tips to help you achieve a professional finish. What You’ll Learn -Felt padding for texture & dimension -Brick couching for smooth, even coverage - Applying silk purls & silk plate for decorative effects - Combination couching to layer & blend metallic threads - Cutwork for precision & detail Once complete, Becky will show you how to preserve & present your work, including advice on mounting for display. The finished piece measures approximately 10×8cm – perfect for framing or gifting. Metal thread embroidery is a historic technique where metallic threads are laid on the fabric surface & secured with fine sewing threads, creating textures ranging from smooth & reflective to sculptural & layered. Price includes the kit worth £75 containing all threads & fabrics needed. Everything is packaged in recyclable bags & presented in a decorative card gift box. Suitable for students with basic embroidery or sewing experience. Not suitable for complete beginners or children. Becky Hogg studied textiles at Loughborough Art College & plus 3 year apprenticeship at the Royal School of Needlework. For over 20 years she has specialised in metal thread embroidery (goldwork), inspired by its textures, jewellery-like finish & timeless sparkle. beckyhogg.com Course Details Fridays: 31st Oct, 7th Nov 14th Nov Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm Location: Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6AY Pricing Standard Fee: £180 Low Income Rate: £165 We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors & makes our classes more accessible to everyone. Please choose the price that feels right for your circumstances. Small class sizes for plenty of one-to-one guidance. Please always check our Terms & Conditions before booking.