Over the past decade, the Ulster Museum has collected a significant number of important artworks from around the world—many of which have never been seen by the public until now. Art of the Possible features over 40 artworks made from glass, ceramics, silver, metalwork, jewellery, and wood. These works were created by some of the … Continue reading ‘Art of the Possible’
This 10 week course will be a structured introduction to working with clay and will suit a complete beginner or someone who wants to reengage with the making process. In this hands-on class, you will learn various hand-building methods including coiling and slab-building, as well as exploring various surface techniques including texture, patterning, oxidising and … Continue reading Beginners / Refreshers Ceramics with Tracey Johnston
This exhibition marks a new partnership between the Royal Dublin Society and the National Museum of Ireland. Curated by Dee Morgan of the RDS, the exhibition presents work by the 12 shortlisted makers from the 2026 RDS Craft Awards, offering visitors an opportunity to experience some of the most exciting contemporary craft being produced in … Continue reading 2026 RDS Craft Awards
Craft NI are delighted to be invited back for a second year to present a Guest Showcase at RUA's 145th Annual Exhibition! The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) returns to the Ulster Museum this autumn for its 145th Annual Exhibition, bringing together around 350 works by artists from Northern Ireland, across Ireland and further … Continue reading Craft NI Showcase @ RUA 2026
A gentle introduction to embroidery. Learn to prepare and hoop your fabric; thread and manage embroidery thread; core stitches and basic techniques.
Craft NI Gallery in partnership with Future Island-Island, Belfast School of Art, Live Borders Museums & Galleries and The Bernat Klein Foundation, is delighted to present a capsule exhibition of selected work that shares the legacy of Bernat Klein (1922 - 2014), textile designer and manufacturer, artist and colourist. Colour connects every aspect … Continue reading Bernat Klein: Influence & Inspiration
The Gift, Craft NI Gallery’s annual Christmas selling exhibition, opens November 5th! Join us for a festive opening night on November 5th, 6 - 9pm (Late Night Art Belfast) to see the latest creations of local designer-makers and a chance to meet some of them in person! Celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of local makers, … Continue reading The Gift
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase
Knit + Stitch returns to Belfast this fall from November 12 -15! Taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn, this is an event textile lovers will not want to miss, whether they are professional craft makers or hobbyists! The show, previously known as The Knitting and Stitching Show, has had a rebrand and … Continue reading Knit + Stitch
Fairy bells (also known as witch bells) are charming handmade decorations traditionally hung near doors to bring protection, good luck and gentle sound to a home. During this workshop with tutor Christine Casey from Kiri Cottage Crafts participants will learn step by step how to create your own using bells, ribbons, natural decorations and simple … Continue reading Make a Fairy Bell Charm with Christine Casey
Jewellery holds our attention, not only because of its ability to play with light – to sparkle – it also transmits signals of wealth and status. Yet the intimate relationship we build with our jewels runs deeper; rooted in emotional ties to significant events, people and place. This complex relationship originates in ‘gifting’; … Continue reading STATES OF TENSION – ANNE EARLS-BOYLAN
In this workshop participants will explore the process of mono-printing using seasonal foliage to create a selection of hand-printed designs. Tutor Ruth Osborne will introduce the techniques of applying inks and paints to foliage to create natural linen artworks. Participants will also learn about some of the folklore of the foliage used and its links … Continue reading Festive Botanical Printing