Show Menu
Menu

What’s on

Photo: Hand carved and jointed ‘Gigi’ wooden cats; Maker: David Cousley; Photo credit: Craft NI

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

Threads of Empowerment: Conflict Textiles’ International Journey

Ulster Museum , United Kingdom

Taking place as part of Belfast International Arts Festival, come along to see Threads of Empowerment: Conflict Textiles’ International Journey. People across the world have communicated their experiences of violence and conflict, human rights violations, poverty, oppression and environmental issues through the form of textile narrative. The result is a visual record and a form … Continue reading Threads of Empowerment: Conflict Textiles’ International Journey

Free

Patterson’s Spade Mill Interactive Tour

Patterson's Spade Mill 751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick, United Kingdom

Experience 250 years of spade making history at the last water powered spade mill, still in daily operation, in the UK. Engage your senses as you feel the heat of the forge, see the flames and hear the ring of hammers on steel. On this 60 minute immersive experience, get transported back in time. Tour … Continue reading Patterson’s Spade Mill Interactive Tour

£20

1 Day Blacksmithing Course

Patterson's Spade Mill 751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick, United Kingdom

Take time out of your daily hustle and bustle and have a crack at being a Blacksmith for a day and discover the art of traditional blacksmithing at Patterson's Spade Mill with our immersive 1-day course. Dive into a hands-on experience where history meets craftsmanship, learning time-honored forging techniques under the expert guidance of our … Continue reading 1 Day Blacksmithing Course

£130

‘Makers Who Teach: ME. HERE. NOW.’

Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, United Kingdom

Building on the success of the first ‘Makers Who Teach’ exhibition which took place in 2023, Craft NI are pleased to invite you to the 2025 edition of this unique event. This year’s theme,  ME. HERE. NOW. highlights the creative practices of makers who teach others as part of their overall practice, whether it’s in classrooms, … Continue reading ‘Makers Who Teach: ME. HERE. NOW.’

Free

Peter Meanley – A Journey

Island Arts Centre The Island, Lisburn, United Kingdom

'Peter Meanley - A Journey' runs from 22 March to 17 April at Island Arts Centre -  a retrospective exhibition celebrating an over sixty-year career as a potter! Known for his salt glaze stoneware, Peter’s inspiration comes from museum collections and drawing the world around him. His work is held in worldwide collections including Victoria … Continue reading Peter Meanley – A Journey

Kids Clay Easter Workshop

Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

Creative kids will make Easter themed ceramics including bunny/chick bowls for all of their Easter treats with tutor Fiona Shannon. Made from air drying clay, all creations can be taken home and painted – participants should bring a box to transport their work safely.

£20

Friday Night Pottery: Tic-Tac-Toe with a Twist!

Belfast Ceramics Studio Unit 10E Owen O'Cork Mill, 288 Beersbridge Road, Belfast, Antrim, United Kingdom

Join the Belfast Ceramics Studio and create a unique game board and replace the X’s and O’s with any theme you like! Whether you've always wanted to try ceramics, have some experience and want to dive back in, or simply fancy a different kind of night out, this is all about having fun in a … Continue reading Friday Night Pottery: Tic-Tac-Toe with a Twist!

£45

Tiffany-style glass floating fish workshop

Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

This workshop is suitable for beginners (18+) or those more experienced in glass, who will create their own beautiful glass fish to display - a wooden stand is provided. Tutor: Eleanor Jane McCartney Please note, closed toe footwear must be worn for your own safety.

£60

5 week throwing course for beginners and improvers

Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

Learn the basics of throwing and techniques like centering, opening out and pulling up to create a variety of different pots, including mugs and bowls during this 5 week workshop (18yrs+) ! Turning techniques help finish pots and add details like handles and feet before adding colour with a variety of slips and underglazes. Pots … Continue reading 5 week throwing course for beginners and improvers

£155

Frida Kahlo Brooch Workshop

Crescent Art Centre 2-4 University Rd, Belfast, United Kingdom

Have fun stitching an art brooch from wool felt and decorating with sequins, beads and embroidery. In this 2 hour workshop you will likely finish 1 brooch but you have a kit to make another at home. Please bring small scissors to class. Tutor Linda O'Kane  has worked in the Antiques/Interior Decoration trade for over 30 … Continue reading Frida Kahlo Brooch Workshop

£38

Subscribe to Craft NI Newsletters

Click Here
* indicates required
CRAFT NI

CRAFT NI will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing. Please let us know all the ways you would like to hear from us:

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of any email you receive from us, or by contacting us at info@craftni.org. We will treat your information with respect. For more information about our privacy practices please visit http://www.craftni.org/privacy-policy. By clicking below, you agree that we may process your information in accordance with these terms.

We use Mailchimp as our marketing platform. By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices.