Ó Fiaich Institute of Further Education - Crafts and Manual Skills courses

Learn the techniques and make a project.

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning the educational needs to enable the learner to assist in the provision of this education and care.

This course is designed both for beginners and participants with some experience in stitching. It covers learning various linear and filling stitches, a selection of three-dimensional stitches, techniques of combining stitches in so called “lattice work” and the astonishing Stitch of Bayeux used in the famous 11th century Bayeux Tapestry. The[...]

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit? Or maybe you used to knit, but it’s been a while since you last picked up your needles? If so, this is the class for you! During this 10-week knitting course we’ll be learning at a relaxed and easygoing pace, and[...]