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SUMMARY:Glassmaking Experience - Glass Making From Nature\, Colours Of The Causeway Coast
DESCRIPTION:Benefield Spencer Glass\, the North Antrim Coast’s only glassblowing studio\, is inviting you behind the doors of their private studio to experience the magic of molten glass. \nHands on glassmaking experience at Benefield Spencer Glass studio\, located just a few miles inland from  Ballintoy village. \nThe experience includes demonstrations by professional glassmaker Andrea Spencer and takes a step by step approach\, showing you how to heat and shape glass rods in the flame. Under Andrea’s expert guidance\, you will create your own unique hanging suncatcher design\, inspired by the unique flora and fauna native to the Causeway coastline. \nPlease note you will need to follow link and enquire about booking at andreaspencerglass@gmail.com. Participants must be 16yrs or older. Available days are Thursday – Saturday\, 10am – 12.30 pm. \nCost: \nPersonal Experience 1 person half day £115 full day £230 \nDuo Experience half day £75 full day £150 per person \nA Group Experience half day £75 full day £150 per person \n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/glassmaking-experience-glass-making-from-nature-colours-of-the-causeway-coast/
LOCATION:Andrea Spencer Glass\, 35 Lagavara Road\, Ballintoy\, BT54 6NG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Craft NI have partnered with QEST to bring to you the QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition in February 2024.  \nThe Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) supports the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople through Scholarships\, Emerging Maker Grants and Apprenticeships. We are delighted that by means of this joint exhibition\, craft audiences in Northern Ireland will be able to see the work of 16 local Scholars glass\, handloom weaving\, luthiery\, willow sculpture\, wrought iron putter making and silversmithing.  \nThis unique event\, the first of its kind in Northern Ireland\, will open on Thursday\, February 1st at 6pm at Craft NI Gallery\, Belfast’s only craft dedicated venue\, and run until May 10\, 2024. \nThe participating QEST Scholars include: Aaron Leach (wrought iron putter making); Andrea Spencer (glass); Anne-Marie O’Sullivan (basketry); Bob Johnston\, basketry; Cara Murphy\, silversmith; Caitlin Murphy\, silversmith; Damien McKeown\, Mourne Textiles; James Adair\, saddler; Kurtis Scott\, Pict Guitars; Laura Quinn\, glass artist; Lucy Cushley\, saddler; Mario Sierra\, Mourne Textiles; Patrick Davison\, silversmith; Stephen McClenaghan\, Hawthorne Lutherie; Tara Osborough\, Irish Artisan Yarn; Scott Benefield\,  Benefield Spencer Glass.  \n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/qest-northern-ireland-showcase-exhibition/
LOCATION:Craft NI Gallery\, 115 - 119 Royal Ave\, Belfast\, BT1 1FF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Pottery Taster for 2 with Adam Frew
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to try out pottery in your own private 3 hour lesson for 2 with Adam. Suitable for all levels\, from beginners to improvers. The emphasis will be on having fun and making a variety of pots. Students will each select their best pots to be fired. These will be glaze fired in the gas kiln and ready 3-4 weeks after the session for collection/shipping can be arranged. \nTea and coffee provided. \nAdditional students can be added at a cost of £80 per person. Sessions are for a max of 4 people. Contact Adam for more info and to arrange a suitable date.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/pottery-taster-for-2-with-adam-frew/
LOCATION:Adam Frew Studio\, 21 Cullycapple Park\, Aghadowey\, BT51 4AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T160000
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SUMMARY:Dogwoods and Dollars
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition by Down Arts Centre artist in residence Áine McKenna. Specialising in porcelain\, this ceramics design exhibition marks the end of her Down Art Centre residency\, during which time she had the opportunity to experiment and create this new body of work. Dogwood and Dollars is a reflection of a specific time and place and how once changed by a new experience one will never be the same again. The work is beautiful and delicate with a nod to spirituality and symbolism. \n  \nClosed Saturday and Sunday.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/dogwoods-and-dollars/
LOCATION:Down Arts Centre\, 2 - 6 Irish Street\, Downpatrick\, Down\, BT30 6BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Earth Made
DESCRIPTION:EARTH MADE  reflects the creative processes of textile artist Ruth Osborne and ceramic artist Patricia Millar. In this collaborative exhibition\, earth materials and stories were collected and exchanged t create sustainable land Art. \nRuth Osborne is textile artist working primarily on Irish Linen\, which is chosen for its aesthetic qualities\, sustainability\, and heritage on the island of Ireland. Her work focuses on connection and communion with nature and a sense of place\, taking inspiration from folklore and heritage innate within the local landscape and changing seasons. Working primarily with sustainably foraged natural materials as part of the creative process\, her practice often draws upon the historical process of Nature Printing\, as used by both artists and botanists since the 15th Century\, alongside natural dyeing and ink making\, eco-print\, and printmaking processes. \nPatricia Millar is a ceramic artist from the Causeway Coast. She references archaic domestic forms preserved within the landscape. The potency of these ancient vessels inspires not only form but the methods by which she works. Using Ice Age gravels from ditches that criss-cross fields\, glacial clays deposited from springs along basalt cliffs and ash glaze from coppiced woodland\, rushes and grasses\, her vessels celebrate form\, colour and texture of their geological and anthropological origins. \n  \nThis exhibition is supported by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/earth-made/
LOCATION:Oriel Gallery\, Clotworthy House\,\, Antrim Castle Gardens\, Antrim\, BT41 4LH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Silver Bracelet Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join tutor Diane Lyness and spend a fun day creating a beautiful sterling silver bracelet. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques by Goldsmith Diane Lyness\, such as piercing\, soldering\, rolling\, annealing and polishing. Diane will work alongside the participants as they design and make their own unique piece of jewellery to take home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNo previous experience is required. Suitable for adults (over 18).
URL:https://craftni.org/event/silver-bracelet-workshop/
LOCATION:Ards Arts Centre\, Town Hall\, Conway Square\, Newtownards\, BT23 4NP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Causeway Craft Trail
DESCRIPTION:The Causeway Craft Trail makes it easy to discover the traditional and contemporary arts and crafts businesses that thrive in the Causeway Coast and Glens of Northern Ireland. \nDrop in\, meet the makers and listen to their stories whilst you acquire a new skill with a workshop in pottery\, painting\, felting\, glass-making and more. Take a tour of their studios and workshops on an Open Studio Day\, where you’ll gain a behind-the-scenes insight in to the creative processes that go in to every lovingly-crafted handmade item. \nTo see the full details\, participating makers and current events\, please click here.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/causeway-craft-trail/
LOCATION:Cawseway Coast and Glens\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Studio,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Macrame Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover the soothing art of macramé\, a calming and creative pastime. Join Caitlin McCracken at The Designerie for an engaging workshop where you’ll master the fundamentals of macramé. Learn to craft a stunning wall hanging using three classic knots: Lark’s head\, square knots\, and double half hitches. Suitable for beginners will receive step-by-step guidance in a welcoming atmosphere. Take home your own creation at the end of the session.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/macrame-workshop-2/
LOCATION:The Designerie\, 88 Main Street\, Antrim\, Bushmills\, BT57 8QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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