Mahurangimatters 18 January 2012 | 25 EDUC ATION FEATURE
lifelonglearning
Alison Letcher is offering a range of sewing and craft classes in Warkworth, starting next month.
The Warkworth Bridge Club currently has around 70 members but is keen to welcome new players, with lessons starting next month. From left, club president Greg Payne, Jenny Robinson, Rae Garnett and Ginette Hawke.
Craft enthusiasts share age-old skills Bridge club invitation Old-fashioned craft skills are making a strong come back in the modern world, with many people wanting to either learn the basics or up-skill. Craft enthusiast Sharleen Greer is looking for people aged 14 years and over interested in participating in knitting and crochet evenings and weekend workshops at the Matakana Hall, from next month. Sharleen says she is able to cater for both beginners and advanced crafts people. “There has been a resurgence in interest in craft,” she says. “In the current financial climate, people are wanting to go back to basics and both mend and make things themselves. Craft is a great way for people to create friendships and socialise, as well as make something they can be proud of. “We’re also fortunate to be able to purchase basic equipment such as needles, wool and patterns locally.”
Sharleen currently hosts informal craft information evenings in the Matakana Cinema foyer on Wednesdays, from 7pm. All welcome. Meanwhile Alison’s Nimble Fingers Warkworth owner Alison Letcher is also offering both beginner and advance sewing classes from her shop in Argyle Angle, next month. Alison says the course will be tailored to suit the interests of participants. “From beading to quilting, dressmaking to table runners and placemats, cushions and bags, if the interest is there, I will hold a class for it,” she says. Alison says she can cater for up to four people per class, and all materials can be purchased from her shop. “I have a lifetime of sewing experience and enjoy teaching people how to sew. It’s a practical skill.” Alison says the classes will continue throughout the year.
Bridge is a game that can be played at any age, although those of more mature years tend to make up the majority of players. The Warkworth Bridge Club is offering a 10-week course starting in February for people keen to try their hand at the game. Club secretary and treasurer Nadine Stubbs says lessons will be held at the club, located on Alnwick Street Warkworth, at a time that best suits those interested. “At the end of 10 lessons, players should know the basics,” she says. “It’s a challenging game, that requires thought, like most other card games. Once you pick it up, it’s a lot of fun. “Although learning to play bridge can be daunting for beginners, it is one of the world’s most popular card games. It is played by clubs who participate in tournaments and is also played online.” Bridge is a ‘trick taking’ game, played with four players in two competing partnerships. The object is to win tricks for your side. Info: Phone Nadine on 425 8205.
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