Join Maggie Napier in her studio and discover how to make your own unique beads in this accessible, practice based class. There are options for individual workshops or workshops for two. All materials, tools and hands-on tuition are included; your work will be kiln annealed for durability before being cleaned and posted back to you. … Continue reading Glass beadmaking workshop
Join Ruth from NI Silver in her Holywood studio to make a pair of bespoke wedding rings. Ruth will guide participants through the process of piercing, filing, soldering, hammering, cleaning and polishing their rings. No experience is required for this workshop. Please note prices start at £250; time and date to be agreed with organiser.
Join James Stanley Watson for a two-part workshop, where participants will make their own ceramic ghosts. In the first session, participants will learn how to use press moulds to create ghost forms, working with clay to build character and personality into each piece. James will discuss tips for shaping, adding details, and preparing the creations … Continue reading Two-Week Ghost Making Workshop
Learn to make a statement hand stitched and punched leather satchel in this two-day course under the guidance of textile artist and designer Enda Kenny. Participants will work with vegetable tanned leather and learn how to cut leather by hand, hand dye the leather to a chosen colour, use leather punches to create stitching holes … Continue reading Hand Stitched and Dyed Leather Satchel Workshop: 18+
Join Adam Frew for a 2 day throwing workshop - classes will be small groups of 5-7 students, suitable for intermediate and advanced levels. The emphasis of the class will be on using the potter’s wheel to make bowls and moon jars in porcelain. Students will be guided through the basics of throwing these forms … Continue reading Moon Jars and Bowls Workshop
In this beginner’s class you will be provided with four pre-cut pieces of glass to decorate with your own pattern or design. This fun and easy workshop has no glass cutting involved. Each participant will create their own unique design and you may wish to bring some images for inspiration. All tools and safety equipment … Continue reading Fused Glass Spring Lanterns with Sarah Walsh
Participants will make their own linked bracelet under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful pair of rings to take home. No previous experience is required.
Discover the calming art of slow stitching in this hands-on fabric collage workshop. Using simple hand-sewing techniques, you’ll create a unique textile artwork by layering fabrics, textures, and found materials. During the session, you’ll explore fabric composition, colour, and texture while learning basic slow stitch techniques that require no prior sewing experience. This relaxed and supportive … Continue reading Slow Stitch Fabric Collage with Jane Mathers
Explore the art of caring for your favourite clothes through creative repair in this hands-on workshop with Dr Lyndsey McDougal. Learn foundational techniques that extend the life of textiles while celebrating their history and individuality. Start with a short, illustrated introduction to visible mending in contemporary fashion and sustainable repair practices. Then dive into Sashiko-inspired … Continue reading Visible Mending: Decorative Stitch & Sashiko Skills
Create your own hanging glass landscape under the guidance of fused glass artist Sarah Walsh. Each participant will make a 20cm x 10cm piece, using an array of glass pieces, rods and powders. Everyone will create their own unique piece and you may want to bring some images with you for inspiration. Please wear suitable … Continue reading Hanging Glass Landscapes Workshop
Try your hand at creating a sculptural effect in wood at the Island Arts Centre. With guidance from craft maker Geoff Tulip, participants will carve their own relief piece to take home.
Join Adam Frew for a 4 day throwing workshop – classes will be small groups of 5-7 students, suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers. The emphasis of the class will be on using the potter’s wheel to make a variety of thrown porcelain vessels. Students will be guided through the basics of throwing … Continue reading Throwing workshop with Adam Frew