What do J.R.R. Tolkien, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Amy Adams have in common? They’re all historical linguists!* Learn about the history of language in a 75-minute introductory class on Historical Linguistics. Together, we will explore how this field has developed, and the changing meanings of words and language. This class is suitable for people who have never heard of …
What’s it all about? Phulkari is a traditional style of embroidery from from the Punjab region. While it literally means ‘flower work’, it’s also recognisable for it’s neat geometric patterns. These patterns are created on thick cotton using silken or cotton threads, in a technique that covers the top of the fabric not so much the …
We all love dumplings, but how many of us can create this deliciousness at home in our own kitchen? Especially the pot-sticker style of cooking dumplings. In this class we will explore the history of Chinese dumplings, and follow a demonstration on how to prepare the filling and the dough, before getting hands on and making your own …
Drawing is one of the simplest way to create art, but many people feel uncomfortable to draw as they think they are “not good at drawing”, “not artistic” or “not creative”. Not True! Drawing is a pleasure for everyone to enjoy. In this beginner-friendly workshop you will explore Persian Nomadic Patterns & Iranian Tiling Geometry, and use …
We all love dumplings, but how many of us can create this deliciousness at home in our own kitchen? Especially the potsticker style of cooking dumplings. In this class we will explore the history of Chinese dumplings and follow a demonstration on how to making the vegetarian dumpling filling, and how to make the dough, before …
What’s it all about? Come and learn the basics of appliqué as practiced in Barmer, Rajasthan. As well as being a striking style of fabric decoration, it’s also zero waste! You can use up all your old scrap fabric and create something new using this lovely peep-hole technique! In this class we will learn various stitches and techniques …
How delicious is fresh Japanese! There’s such attention to detail of flavour, texture, colour, and aroma. While requiring an attention to details, Japanese cooking doesn’t need to be too complicated to be both incredibly tasty and healthy. In this class, our teacher Naoko in Kanazawa, Japan, will be demonstrating how to ferment your own miso paste. …
What’s it all about? Shibori is a traditional Japanese style of decorative dyeing – a bit like tie dye but also a bit more intentional. In this class we’ll be combining shibori dyeing with sashiko embroidery to create lovely stitches and patterns. Come along and combine art and textiles and you stitch your own patterns …
From religious refugees fleeing persecution to British Royals discovering a thirst, gin’s history is as intoxicating as the drink itself. Discover how this once-maligned “mother’s ruin” went from fueling London’s wildest gin craze to becoming a sophisticated staple of high society. We’ll embark on a fascinating journey through the history of gin, beginning in the …
How delicious is fresh Japanese! There’s such attention to detail of flavour, texture, colour, and aroma. While requiring an attention to details, Japanese cooking doesn’t need to be too complicated to be both incredibly tasty and healthy. In this class, our teacher Naoko in Kanazawa, Japan, will be demonstrating how to ferment your own miso paste. …
