Christmas Crafts
Unleash your creativity with
an all-inclusive arts & crafts holiday
Available Dates
DATES 2024
All of our craft or activity holidays run for 5-nights from Sunday to Friday and start from £879 per person.
The above is based on single occupancy. A £100 per person discount is applied for art, craft and activity guests on a shared occupancy basis.
2025
“I fancied a change and some time away before the holidays so I looked for some Christmas crafts courses near me and found Gartmore House. It was the perfect crafty holiday.”
About The Course
Are you looking for something new and exciting to do over the holidays?
Why don’t you give our Christmas crafts courses a try?
Gartmore House is excited to welcome everyone who wants to explore new crafty skills with our Christmas crafts courses.
Recharge before the holidays, meet a few new friends, and try out some new craft skills with a relaxing Christmas crafts course in the heart of the Scottish countryside.
Immerse yourself in all things Christmassy while creating a selection of lovely decorative items to embellish your home or give as gifts. Experience a wide variety of decorative arts, playing with winter foliage, fabulous textiles, beads, paints, papers, ribbons, bows, and more – and, of course, lots of sparkle!
In addition to innovative decorative door wreaths, table centrepieces, and creative Christmas crackers, we will be crafting an array of other simple yet stylish decorations. Focus on embracing the festive spirit and enjoying a wonderful time while creating cherished Christmas memories.
New and varied projects are added every year to keep the celebrations fresh.
Course Inclusions And Coverage
This course is an all-in-one package which includes the following:
Tuition
Booking for this course includes 4 days of specialist tuition.
Equipment
All specialist equipment will be supplied but there will be a few essential items that you will need to bring. Please see our terms and detailed information section below.
Food & Accommodation
Full board catering and 5-nights accommodation are included when you book.
Transfers
Complimentary transfers are included when you book - subject to certain conditions.*
* Transfers from Stirling train station are available on the arrival and departure days (pick-up from the station at 15:30, departs Gartmore House at 9:15). Transfers from Glasgow or Edinburgh Airports are available at an additional cost.
Here's what a previous participant has to say about this course:
“Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend of Xmas crafts. Everyone and everything was great!” – Jennifer, Christmas Crafts Holiday
tERMS & DETAILED INFORMATION
If you’re coming on one of our holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. We also have a full programme of day trips and activities on offer for them. Please add them and day trips at the checkout stage.
How to book
To book online, please click on your preferred date above.
For any questions or to book direct please call 01877 382 991 or email mail@gartmorehouse.com
If you have any questions, you may like to take a look at our FAQs but if you have any further queries, please contact our team directly.
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
To confirm your holiday:
A non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
Payment of your holiday:
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
If you cancel your booking:
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
More Reviews...
Could have done with another day or two! Simply brilliant
Guest
Christmas Crafts Holiday
Please note: The above reviews come from past workshops and courses run by the tutor out with Gartmore House.
Your Course Tutor: Kit Neufeld
Kit is a graduate of the Scottish College of Textiles specialising in knitted fabrics, and throughout her time there, she found that the use of fine art skills such as drawing and painting were vital when searching for inspiration to create. Throughout the week, Kit will assist you in the process of honing and expanding your skill set as you work towards a personal goal with the hope that when you leave you will have gained the confidence in your own drawing skill.
Using a variety of materials and techniques, Kit will guide you as you study different subjects each day allowing for a productive but enjoyable experience.
This course is suitable for all levels, whether a complete beginner ready to start something new or a skilled artist looking for new challenge.
Your Course Tutor:
Margaret Morisson Macleod
Margaret Morrison-Macleod is the owner of the award-winning aromatherapy company The Divine Hag. Having lived and worked in Eastern Europe and London for many years Margaret came back to her roots and now lives and works in Scotland.
All her fragrance designs are informed by her travels and the raw nature of her Scottish roots shines through her products which are sold worldwide. Margaret tutors in candle making and aromatherapy throughout Scotland and is passionate about non-toxic living and the essence of nature and how this can help us in our everyday living.
This course is suitable for all levels, whether a complete beginner ready to start something new or a skilled artist looking for new challenge.
Faq
Where can I find out more about the course?
If you need any further information about your course that is not on our website, please get in contact with us and we can provide you with the tutor’s contact details who can assist with your query.
What do I need to bring on my art, craft and activity break?
Your required kit list for your specific break is shown on each course’s webpage. Your tutor will also be in contact with you, prior to your course to confirm kit lists and questions you have.
Should you have any queries, then please feel free to contact us.
What is the art, craft and activity holiday booking terms and conditions?
To confirm your holiday a non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
Holidays are subject to availability and subject to change. There is a minimum number of guests required to run each course. If a course is cancelled due to low numbers, you may transfer any monies paid to an alternative date or a full refund will be issued. We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
What time do your transfer services for the art, craft & activity holidays operate?
We offer a complimentary transfer services to and from Stirling train station. Collection is at 3:30pm from the station on the day of arrival, and our drop-off service departs from Gartmore House at 9:15 am on day of departure.
The closest airports to us are Glasgow and Edinburgh airports. If you require a transfer to and/or from either airport, please select this option at the time of booking. Transfers to/from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports are available at an additional cost. After booking your flights, please update your Customer Portal with the time you wish to be collected from the airport on the day of arrival and the time of collection at Gartmore House, returning to the airport, on the day of departure. Please allow 60 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Glasgow Airport, or 90 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Edinburgh Airport.
Can I bring a partner/friend to stay with me while I am on an art, craft or activity break?
If you’re coming on one of our art, craft or activity holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. Please add them at the checkout stage.
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Spots on this course are limited!
Book your spot now and join us at Gartmore House. We are confident it will deepen your understanding of Christmas Crafts.