June 12, 2018
At the Confetti workshop we made these bright and beautiful pieces combining machine embroidery with a bit of imagination! Coming up next is “Spider’s Web” on 23rd June.
June 3, 2018
Yesterday marked the beginning of this year’s Braintree Summer School, with Maggie Harling’s Leaves: Machine Embroidery workshop. Here you can see some of the fantastic work created by the students!
May 2, 2018
Following the success of the first Machine Embroidery class back in March, Maggie Harling will be returning to deliver a whole series of classes as part of the Braintree Summer School! There will be six Machine Embroidery workshops over the summer, covering various techniques and providing plenty of opportunity for experimentation. All of the classes will be suitable for any ability level and as standalone classes you can attend as many or as few as you like, and in any combination – however, we will be offering discounts and useful free gifts depending on how many you book! Click here […]
April 9, 2018
We are currently working on setting up a computer suite at Braintree Community Centre and will be offering classes in a variety of computer skills, for absolute beginners and those looking to improve their skills. Some of the subjects we would like to be able to offer include: Beginners’ courses on email, socail media, using Microsoft Word and more Setting up a new iPad, tablet or smartphone Advanced courses – using Photoshop, Illustrator etc. Drop-in sessions This is where we need your help! If you would be interested in learning any kind of computer skills please use our online […]
March 28, 2018
We’re happy to announce that weekly Spanish classes will be starting next week on Wednesday 4th April from 7pm to 9pm. The class will be suitable for beginners and the first session will be free as a taster – so if you’ve ever wanted to learn Spanish please do give it a try! If you’d like to sign up, call us on 01376 323280 or use our contact form.
March 6, 2018
Our latest Saturday School class, “Starting Machine Embroidery from the Beginning”, is now only a few days away – don’t miss out on a great day! Maggie Harling will teach you a variety of experimental and creative ways to embroider using your sewing machine. All the new techniques you learn can be used to enhance your own projects. See the full details and reserve your ticket here: https://www.braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk/events/starting-machine-embroidery-beginning/
March 2, 2018
To be drawn on Thursday 29th March 2018. Tickets are £1 per strip. Prizes include bottles of alcohol, food hampers, class vouchers, £25 George Yard shopping voucher, fish and chips, and other Easter treats! All monies will go towards a new projector for the community centre. Go to the office to purchase your tickets and good luck!
February 28, 2018
Due to bad weather conditions Braintree Community Centre is closed and all classes have been canceled. We will continue to assess the conditions and provide updates via our facebook and twitter feeds. Please email info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk or visit braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk for all the latest updates. We apologize for any inconveince caused.
February 23, 2018
We currently have two special full-day Saturday classes coming up – don’t forget you can now book and reserve your tickets online! At “Starting Machine Embroidery from the Beginning” you can learn new creative and experimental techniques to use with your sewing machine. This class is now only three weeks away, on Saturday 17th March. We still have some places available – book while you still can! “Tiny Samplers” was originally scheduled to take place in January, but had to be postponed and is now taking place on Saturday 5th May. At this class you’ll learn how to make a […]