Tuesday 29th April- 10am to 1pm

This three-hour-long workshop is totally technique-based. Targeted at beginners who have never tried brush lettering and those who just want to practice their skills.

Join hand lettering artist Sue Smith, who will be guiding you through the practice worksheets on the day, using your own quality brush pen. Learn how and when to add pressure to the pen, forming letters with variegated thick and thin lines. 
You will learn the basic skills to be able to master the creative art of brush lettering. Sue will be sharing her hints and tips as you practice. Brush lettering will require time and practice to master, so you will be able to take home your pen and worksheets to improve this creative technique at home.

What's included in your ticket price.... 

A 3-hour workshop- Tution from Sue Smith, Brush Lettering worksheets and pen, tea and coffee plus a tray bake cake 

Class details
Date: Wednesday 30th April - 21st May 4 week course
Time: 2.30pm until 3.30pm, with access to the Magic Garden after the class.
Join us in this brand-new 4-week workshop by JoJo Baby Massage!

Without a doubt, Baby Massage and Baby Tiny Yoga allow the time to bond between parent and baby through physical touch, eye contact and gentle synchronised movements. 

Massage
Learn a massage sequence with different techniques and strokes. Baby-safe aromatic oils, relaxing music and cosy super soft mats help create a relaxing atmosphere. Often babies leave as sleepy little bundles. and parents/caregivers get the chance for a coffee and catch up after the class.

Yoga
Baby Yoga, the guided moves we do together, helps babies develop their balance, coordination and motor skills, which in turn stimulates the brain. Some studies suggest that activities like massage and gentle movement can stimulate and boost their immune system.

Suitable for babies from six weeks up to the pre-crawling stage, once little ones are on the move, it becomes a little bit tricky in a class setting!

Jo founded JoJo Baby Massage purely for the absolute love of massage and her love of babies!  She supports parents through a wonderful course of nurturing touch.

Saturday 10th May 2025

10.30am - 1.30pm

We’ve all seen Stacey Solomons ‘Sort your Life Out’ on TV, so now come and discover the fundamentals of designing your interiors with organisation in mind, gaining valuable professional insights and tips, with Interior Designer Nicola Kelly and Professional Home Organiser Laura Haddy.

Together, they combine their expertise in design and organisation to offer a comprehensive workshop that emphasises the importance of aesthetics and practicality. This unique collaboration showcases how integrating design, decluttering and organisation can transform your home into a space that is not only beautiful but also highly functional and conducive to a better quality of life. 

About the hosts:
Precious Time Design, owned by Nicola Kelly is based in Oxfordshire. Offering Affordable and Creative Remote Interior Design Packages, Nicola helps her clients create a home that reflects them and a space that they love. 

Laura Haddy of Clear The Chaos is a professional organiser who offers tailored 1:1 services to help her clients create functional spaces that reflect individual styles. 

Saturday 11th May 10.30am - 12.30pm

In this creative jewellery making workshop, you'll learn how to design and create your own beautiful beaded bracelet. Throughout the 2 hour session, you'll develop jewellery-making techniques while crafting a unique, personalised bracelet to take home.

This hands-on activity welcomes participants of all skill levels, requiring no previous jewellery-making experience. The process of creating beaded bracelets is intuitive and enjoyable – perfect for a special morning out with family or friends.

During the workshop, you'll select and arrange beads to create a bracelet that reflects your personal style and preferences. The session includes a welcome drink and nibbles to enjoy while you work, creating a relaxed and sociable atmosphere. You'll learn valuable bracelet-making skills that you can continue to use at home, either for creating more pieces for yourself or teaching others this beautiful craft.

By the end of this enjoyable workshop, you'll have created a unique beaded bracelet – perfect as a special gift for yourself or a loved one. The experience offers a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with family or friends while learning a new creative skill.

Thursday 15th May 2025

10.00am - 11.30am

Unlock the Secrets of Rose Care. Dive into the world of all things roses and join us for an immersive workshop dedicated to the art of nurturing these timeless beauties!

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our Rose Care Workshop is sure to inspire and empower you to create a stunning Rose Garden that blooms with beauty and vitality. Join us and let's cultivate a world of roses together!

What You'll Learn:

- Essential techniques for planting and pruning roses to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms.

- Insider tips on selecting the perfect varieties for your garden and climate.

- Proven strategies for controlling pests and diseases to keep your roses thriving year after year.

- The importance of proper watering, feeding, and mulching to maintain optimal soil health and nutrient levels.

Workshop Highlights:

- Hands-on demonstrations led by Pat our experienced horticulturalist who is passionate about roses.

- Q&A sessions to address all your burning questions and concerns about rose care.

- Access to Rose varieties and expert-recommended products to kickstart your rose-growing journey.

Saturday 17th May - 10.30am - 12.30pm

Suitable for age 16+

Another first for Yarnton Home and Garden events !  Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Japanese gardening with our Kokedama Workshop.

Kokedama, which translates to 'moss ball', is a traditional Japanese art form where the root ball of a plant is wrapped in moss and suspended in the air in a macrame plant hanger

Make your own macrame plant hanger and a kokedama ball to fill it.

All materials and tuition included in the cost.

Thursday 22nd May

Towering, rustic willow plant supports are such a beautiful and traditional addition to an English garden. If you’ve always wished to learn how to make one, then now is your chance!

Using traditional willow weaving skills, join Mel Bastier of Out to Learn Willow in a fun and creative garden plant support workshop.

Get your creative fingers ready to make a beautiful traditional plant support to use in the garden for sweet peas and other tender stemmed plants. Can also be decorated in the winter as an alternative Christmas tree.

Mel will give you background information on the cultivation and history of willow, and guide you through the techniques needed, using a variety of natural willow colours to personalise your own support.

Tuesday 27th May 2025

10.00am - 12.00pm

Age 6 - 9 with accompanying adult

A firm favourite at Yarnton, exploring the magical world of crystals with Jackie Waller aka Crystaljak.

Designed to be fun, interactive and age appropriate. Learn the more common types, what they look like, how they feel, and their uses. Using a variety of colourful crystals to create patterns and pictures. includes a simple meditation at the end and a lucky dip bag to take home.

As spaces sell quickly, please book early to avoid disappointment

Tuesday 10th June 2025

10.00am - 1.00pm

This three-hour long workshop is technique-based. Targeted for both beginners who have never tried brush lettering before, and those who wish to develop their skills to the next level by lettering this calligraphy style.

Join hand artist Sue Smith, who will guide you through the practice worksheets on the day, using your quality brush pen. Learn the basic skills of how and when to add pressure to the pen, forming letters with variegated thick and thin lines. You will learn added skills to try this brush calligraphy style, which is italic brush lettering. Also, the opportunity to learn how to make your lettering look really decorative with some flourishing techniques.

Sue will be sharing her hints and tips as you practice. Brush lettering of any style will require practice to master, likewise with flourishing your words, so you will be able to take home your pen and worksheets to develop this creative technique at home.

Sunday 6th July

10.30am – 11.30am

Calling all Mini Medics! oes your youngster aspire to be a Nurse or Doctor or just be able to help others in an emergency? the this is the class for them

First Aid for Kids is designed for children aged 7-11. Children are starting to be more independent and can understand basic first aid. 

In this workshop children learn to deal with bumps, burns, breaks and bleeding, carry out CPR and deal with choking.  The class is practical, lots of fun and involves lots of activities for the children to enjoy. 

Includes booklets and certificates to take home.

Early Years First Aid   

Thursday 5th June

Calling all Mini Medics! does your youngster aspire to be a Nurse or Doctor, then bring them along to learn more.

Mini First Aid Early Years classes are for children aged 3-6 and work with the Early Years & Key Stage 1 Curriculum. Children learn about what happens to their bodies if they are hurt and how they would be treated by a grown up. 

Children meet Freddie who not only knows how to ring 999 but also knows his address when mummy is poorly.

After each class children will receive a certificate for attending. The award-winning classes are loved by all.

Sunday 8th June  2025

Join us to create your own stunning terrarium.  Starting with a brief introduction to the origins and science behind how these mini ecosystems thrive. You will then be given a demonstration on how easy they are to make, choose a closed top glass container and selection of plants to build your own.

Go at your own pace, during this step-by-step workshop, and take home a beautiful indoor garden, that work perfectly in any room but especially small spaces.

All materials and plants are included.  Glass jars may vary from the image, as they are made using recycled glass.