Building on the success of the previous three events which showed a great variety of work from both established and emerging potters, Belfast Potter's Market returns this Christmas in a a new location - 2 Royal Avenue in Belfast! The market will take place on Saturday, December 10th, 10am - 6pm; there will be live demonstrations, … Continue reading Belfast Christmas Potter’s Market
Take part in the Christmas Family Fun day taking place at the Burnavon on December 10. This event promises to be a great day out for all the family, with fun-filled Arts & Crafts taster sessions. Please note that booking is essential - spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first … Continue reading Christmas Family Fun
This year's North Down Craft Collective Christmas Art & Craft Fair will be help on Sunday 11th December at North Down's newest creative space, Bangor Court House! This B2 listed building has been beautifully restored and opened it's doors last month hosting live bands and comedy acts. Why not call in and meet the makers, sort … Continue reading North Down Craft Collective Christmas Art and Craft Fair
There is something very satisfying about crafting your own Christmas decorations! In this workshop with textile designer, Debbie McCann, you will be introduced to the heritage craft of Dorset Button making and shown how these fascinating buttons can be made into stunning Christmas decorations to adorn your tree. All materials will be supplied including plenty … Continue reading Festive Dorset Button Making Workshop
The 142nd Royal Ulster Academy Annual Exhibition of Art is taking place at Ulster Museum. The Royal Ulster Academy is the most enduring body of practicing visual artists in Northern Ireland, and its annual exhibition is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland arts calendar. The 142nd art exhibition contains over 300 artworks that … Continue reading RUA Annual Exhibition
This workshop will be a fun introduction to glassblowing! Join tutor Helen Hancock and learn how to make your own glass bauble or bespoke glass art. Under her supervision, you will be working with specialist equipment and tools and with a furnace running at 1150 degrees. Protective eyewear and long sleeves are essential. Strictly over … Continue reading Bauble making workshop
This workshop will be a fun introduction to glassblowing! Join tutor Helen Hancock and learn how to make your own glass bauble or bespoke glass art. Under her supervision, you will be working with specialist equipment and tools and with a furnace running at 1150 degrees. Protective eyewear and long sleeves are essential. Strictly over … Continue reading Bauble making workshop
County Antrim Open Studios (CAOS) is a network of artists and makers who welcome visitors to their studios. Its members not only like to show people their work but they also like to talk about and illustrate some of the skills and techniques involved in their creative process. Their inaugural exhibition celebrates the first year … Continue reading Beautiful Work: Artists and Makers and the Creative Process
The Big Bauble Showcase is a yearly staple at Craft NI Gallery, featuring a wide range of unique handmade baubles, in limited ranges or one-offs. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire and pick up a meaningful gift - these unique … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase
Craft NI Gallery are delighted to invite you to a very special night to of new seasonal work by NI designer-makers! Come along Thursday, November 2, 6 - 9pm (Late Night Art) at Craft NI Gallery for the opening night of not one, but two of our most special events: the Christmas exhibition, 'Ag925 - Au750 / … Continue reading Christmas exhibition and Big Bauble Showcase grand opening!
Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon will guide you through designing and making your Christmas gingerbread house which you can use for your festive table. Designed for beginners, this class will be a fun creative environment to get crafty using a range of clay techniques. Your gingerbread house will be fired to be collected at a later … Continue reading Ceramic Gingerbread House Workshop
One of the most popular festive markets on the North Coast returns! The Christmas Craft Market opens on Saturday 11 November from 10am-4pm and continues until Thursday 21 December. In the Christmas Craft Market visitors will find unique, handmade presents - from pottery and fashion accessories to jewellery and glass homeware, beautiful artwork, artisan food … Continue reading Christmas Craft Market