Romantic Kintyre

        Lace Making Holidays and Craft Courses 

              on the West Coast of Scotland

Residential five-day Lace Making courses

 organised by: Linda Bryce 

under the tuition of: Jean Leader, Anna Halikova or Linda Bryce

 

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Location

Crubasdale Lodge, Muasdale, Argyll

Lace courses have been organised by Linda Bryce and held at Crubasdale Lodge since 1999.

 

Muasdale is situated in Argyll, on the A83, 23 miles south of Tarbert, and 15 miles north of Campbeltown. This is an ideal spot to also take advantage of the unique attractions that the Kintyre peninsula offers.

 

 

 

 

The courses are held in a former Victorian Hunting Lodge in a lovely location on the Scottish west coast of Kintyre, set in 5 acres of "wild" gardens with a lovely sandy beach, which visitors are welcome to make use of. Just 30 metres away is the sea shore, with wonderful views of the islands of Islay, Jura, Gigha and Cara.

 

 

 

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Lace Courses Information for 2012

See further details below:-

June, August & October 2012 Courses

         ORGANISER:       Linda Bryce - 01583 421358

          TUTOR:             Jean Leader - 0141  334 2802

TYPES OF LACE:  

Torchon, Bedfordshire, Bucks Point, Honiton, Bruges Flower Lace, Needlelace, from basic to advanced level.

Equipment: To be provided by lacemaker  (list of what is needed will be sent with confirmation of booking).  Any specific items that are necessary will be available for purchase.

 COURSE INFORMATION

Arrival:             Sundays          after 4pm.

Departure:       Saturdays       by 10.30am.

Cost: Fully inclusive for residential lacemakers and non-lacemaking partner.

        - Single:                                £325.00

        - Shared in twin room:            £275.00 each (two persons must book together)

        - Double - with partner:         £275.00 (plus £150.00 for non lacemaker)

        - Tuition only (non-resident):  £175.00 (includes morning coffee and lunch)

Please note that fees for 2012 will increase by £25 per person.

Lacemaking: Formal sessions are held between 9am to 1pm, allowing plenty of free time each day to continue working on your lace or to explore the countryside.

Meals:  The fully inclusive cost includes, a continental style breakfast, a light lunch and a cooked evening meal each day. There is a light supper on the Sunday evening and breakfast on the Saturday morning of leaving.

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April 2012 Czech Lace Course

         ORGANISER:       Linda Bryce

          TUTOR:                 Anna Halikova from the Czech Republic

The course for 2011, regretfully was cancelled, but we already have some bookings for 2012, so early booking is advisable.

Anna's "Creative Lace" produced many fine pieces of work in 2010 and some of her own designs are shown below. The lacemakers work, using Anna's designs, can be seen further down the page.

                   

Please email me if you would be interested in attending, we will send the course information and prices. Space is limited and those who ask & book first, get the places!

Lace from some 2011 & 2010 Courses

	Crubasdale Crafts August 2011 Lace Week Tutor:     Jean Leader Organiser :    Linda Bryce

	Crubasdale Crafts June 2011 Lace Week Tutor:     Jean Leader  Organiser :    Linda Bryce

  2010 Craft Courses

	Crubasdale Crafts  April 2010 Lace Course Tutor – Anna Halikova Organiser – Linda Bryce
	new students!!!
	Anna Halikova & friend

	Crubasdale Crafts July 2010 Felt Making for beginners Organiser & Tutor - Linda Bryce

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Local Activities

The village of Muasdale is only 5 miles from the ferry to Gigha, a few miles further north at Kennacraig is the ferry terminal for Islay, Jura, or Colonsay and just a few miles to the east of Kennacraig, at Claonaig, is the ferry to Arran. Walking, fishing, golf and birdwatching can all be enjoyed in the vicinity. There are lovely sandy beaches only a short walk away from the chalet and the village shop is only 300 metres away.

For the watersport enthusiast there is excellent surfing and windsurfing at Machrihanish. There are some great scuba diving sites all around the peninsula and the islands. There are also some wonderful white sandy beaches with crystal clear waters for those wishing a more relaxing time exploring rock pools or just laying on the beach.

Golf can be found at Tarbert, Machrihanish, Carradale, Southend and Gigha where it is possible to play on some of the best links in the country, but be warned it is normally very busy during the summer.

The archaeology of the area is very interesting, with a Heritage Centre in Campbeltown and the famous Kilmartin Centre just over one hours drive away towards Oban. Some local history can be found by visiting Glebarr Abbey, the Macalister Clan Centre, a few miles to the south.

If you are lucky you might spot golden eagles, otters and dolphins. Buzzards are almost as common as sparrows here! If all else fails, there is always the Crubasdale cat!

Pony trekking is available at several locations in Kintyre.

For those interested in gardens the Kintyre peninsula offers a mild climate and consequently there are some well known gardens within a reasonable distance. Crubasdale Lodge is currently reclaiming their garden from the wild (or - fighting the bracken!) a potentially varied garden complex, so you may be interested in seeing a garden in the making. There will also be plants for sale, depending on the season.

Crubasdale Crafts offers craft tuition to suit the individual or groups. You could try your hand at a variety of crafts - see below.

There are some good places to eat out, from the very reasonable to excellent quality. The nearest restaurant is at The Argyll Hotel, Bellochantuy, just 5 miles to the south, the hotel has a wide choice of food on offer, served in their conservatory overlooking a wide sandy beach and the sea. During the summer they serve lunches, teas and evening meals with spectacular views and sunsets over the islands.

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Other Craft Courses

Crubasdale Crafts offers craft tuition to suit the individual or groups. You could try your hand at bobbin lace, wool spinning, beadwork, felt making, Brazilian dimensional embroidery, Japanese folded patchwork & Sashiko, something different to do if the weather is inclement.

Sample of Brazilian Embroidery	Sample of Japanese folded patchwork & Sashiko

Some Feltwork, Beadwork & Jewellery are for sale online through Pickled Cherry (www.pickledcherry.co.uk) a site with an eclectic mix of gifts, accessories & other craft items, or more locally at Gigha Gallery (www.gighagallery.com) on the island of Gigha off the west coast of Kintyre. Otherwise items can be commissioned direct from Crubasdale Crafts by email or phone.

Courses available:

Lacemaking:	- Torchon, Bedfordshire, and Needlelace for beginners and elementary level.
Wool Spinning:	- starting with a hand spindle and progressing to a spinning wheel. Working with different fibres. From beginners to advanced level.
Felt Making:	- using wool fibres to make garments, shoes and accessories.
Wool Dyeing:	- with natural substances and natural fibres. Useful for spinners and felters.
Beadwork:	- teaching beadwork stitches to make jewelry & other items with beads.
Brazilian Dimensional Embroidery:	- 3 dimensional embroidery similar to stumpwork using vibrant variegated colours.
Japanese folded patchwork  &   Sashiko:	- a different form of patchwork giving a completed piece both back & front. - Sashiko is Japanese quilting using a running stitch like "grains of rice" to form a pattern.

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Prices

Craft Courses tuition with Linda Bryce:-

         Residential     - Single:                                     £300.00

                                         - Shared in twin room:         £250.00 each (two persons must book together)

                                         - Double:                                  £250.00 & £150.00 for non crafting partner

                                                   - 6 nights includes accommodation & full board; 

Non-resident           - 1 week from £175 - tuition only - Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, including morning coffee & lunch

1 day workshop       - 5 hours - from £40

Course equipment provided where necessary. Some items available for sale.

 

For details of holiday accommodation see Web site:-

http://www.crubasdale.co.uk

For further information on lace see the Lace Guild Web site:-

http://www.laceguild.demon.co.uk

 

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Contact

For further details contact:        Mrs Linda Bryce  

                                                 Crubasdale Lodge, 

                                                  Muasdale, by Tarbert, 

                                                  Argyll, Scotland, PA29 6XD

Telephone:-	01583 421358
E:Mail:-

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Last Revised: Jan 2012