Tyddyn Mon Newsletters Issue 2 - January & February 2015 | Page 4

tyddynmon.co.uk Pottery Sessions Over the last few weeks a number of the trainees have been taking part in pottery sessions every Thursday and Friday with Richard Daniels, a professional potter who has been teaching the trainees to make a number of items including mugs, necklaces, pots, bowls and many other pieces. They have recently been experimenting with a number of different glazes and moulds to create new and different designs. The aim of the sessions are to teach the trainees new skills whilst doing something that is both fun and engaging. Some of the items made by the trainees are now available to buy in the tearoom at Tyddyn Môn or at the upcoming Summer Fair and Folk on the Farm Festival. Cafe Cooking Lessons A few of trainees have recently begun cooking lessons run by Sochyn Crimp in the cafe at Tyddyn Môn. They have been learning to make a number of items including cakes and pancakes and will learn to make more and increase their cooking skills in upcoming lessons. Many of the trainees have showed an interest in taking part in the lessons and will be afforded the opportunity in the coming weeks. Daniel, Robert, Sion, Phillip and Bryn with the mugs they have made Bench for Ysgol Parc Y Bont The trainees have recently supported members of staff to make and paint a bench for Ysgol Parc Y Bont, Llanddaniel. The bench was ordered by the school and made to their specifications by staff in the Tyddyn Môn workshop with the help of some of the trainees, it is hoped the trainees will learn valuable skills from assisting in woodworking projects such as this. If you would like a bench made for you please get in touch for more details. Photos: Julie and Danielle cooking Cakes and Pancakes Bryn, Robert and Daniel with the bench they helped make 4 Tyddyn Môn Newsletter - Jan/ Feb 2015