Copper Plant Labels

Service Description

This is a course suitable for beginners and anyone else who would like to create their own set of copper plant labels for the garden or indoor pots. Copper is an amazing addition to the garden, echoing the earth tones of wooden planters and changing as it ages, with a deeper patina developing the longer it is used. Copper is also a wonderful material, changing with age and conditions such as humidity, while standing up to the elements and having a long life span as a plant label. And far better than using plastic! Keen gardeners will enjoy this course and the end results, but it is also a suitable course for a first time experience in metal work. During this session you will get to try the following techniques; Metal sawing and shaping Filing Stamping Flame painting Finishing and cleaning up The course includes enough copper to make 6 stunning plant labels to take home with you, as well as a work book with all the information you have learn on this course. Refreshments including hot and cold drinks, and snacks are provided on the day and included in the price of the course. All snacks are prepacked and include the ingredients on the packaging, please check them carefully if you have allergies. Vegan and vegetarian options are available, as are gluten free, but please check the package and be sure to be responsible for which snack you choose. This course is not suitable for children under 16 years and anyone under the age of 18 years need to be accompanied by an adult also attending the course. I do hold a current CRB check and am up to date with current safeguarding legislation and guidance. All long hair needs to be tied back securely, and fully enclosed shoes need to be worn – sorry no flip flops even when the sun is shining! Please also be mindful not to wear anything too floaty such as scarves, so they cannot get caught in anything. Please also bring any glasses you might normally wear as some of the work is close up. Any special requests or needs, please do get in touch If you would like this course as a gift, them please let me know and a voucher can be provided.