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SUMMARY:Beginners / Refreshers Ceramics with Tracey Johnston
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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 glazing. \nThe course will include clay\, department glaze\, firings and experienced tuition from professional ceramist and educator\, Tracey Johnston Ceramics. \nNo experience required. \nThis class has been designed specifically for beginners\, so if you have always wanted to try ceramics now is the perfect time!
URL:https://craftni.org/event/beginners-refreshers-ceramics-with-tracey-johnston/
LOCATION:Ards Arts Centre\, Town Hall\, Conway Square\, Newtownards\, BT23 4NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Beginners Pottery Course
DESCRIPTION:A course designed for those new to pottery. Simple hand building skills and throwing on the potter’s wheel will be explored alongside an introduction to glazing.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/beginners-pottery-2/
LOCATION:Island Arts Centre\, The Island\, Lisburn\, BT27 4RL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Make a John Surlis Leitrim Chair
DESCRIPTION:The Leitrim Chair is a traditional Irish Hedge Chair last produced by John Surlis in the 1980s. John was a skilled carpenter who mastered a craft that had been in his family for 400 years\, distinctly traceable for 6 generations. \nIn this 4 day workshop\, Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach participants the skills needed to produce their own Leitrim Chair using the same traditional techniques as John used during his life. \nParticipants will use traditional tools and equipment to cleave and shape wood that will then be assembled using round mortise and tenons secured with Oak wedges\, typical of old Irish furniture\, completed with a finish of linseed oil and beeswax. \nThis course is suited to all levels including complete beginners.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/make-a-john-surlis-leitrim-chair-2/
LOCATION:Green Woodwork Ireland Workshop\, Minnowburn\, Ballynahatty Rd\, Belfast\, Minnowburn\, BT8 8LG
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Lampshade Making with Linda O'Kane
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make a 20cm drum lampshade for a small lamp or as a pendant light. \nOnce the technique is learned you will be armed with the knowledge to tackle larger or more complex shades. \nThis workshop includes a kit and a piece of fabric or paper to complete your shade\, in a choice of colours/ patterns. \nPlease bring some sharp fabric scissors.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/lampshade-making-with-linda-okane/
LOCATION:Crescent Art Centre\, 2-4 University Rd\, Belfast\, BT7 1NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T163000
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SUMMARY:Hand Stitched Amulet
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a hand stitched amulet inspired by Antonia Rossi (Antomoon). \nEnjoy a couple of hours hand-stitching a beautiful pouch to wear around your neck from fabric and beads. \nAll materials will be provided but please bring your own scissors.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/hand-stitched-amulet/
LOCATION:Crescent Art Centre\, 2-4 University Rd\, Belfast\, BT7 1NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T130000
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing and Clay Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting the themes of Sandra Gordon’s exhibition The Body Remembers\, participants will be guided through a mindful\, hands-on experience using air-drying clay\, inspired by ideas of resilience\, healing\, memory\, and connection. Working with clay offers a calming and creative space to slow down so that participants can reflect and express themselves through making. \nParticipants will create their own small piece to take home\, with the emphasis on enjoying the creative process and experiencing the wellbeing benefits of working with clay\, rather than producing a perfect finished piece. \nThis workshop will be relaxed\, welcoming\, and suitable for adults of all abilities\, and no previous experience is required.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/wellbeing-and-clay-workshop/
LOCATION:Ards Arts Centre\, Town Hall\, Conway Square\, Newtownards\, BT23 4NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T160000
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SUMMARY:Experimental Sculpture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce individuals of all abilities to different elements of three-dimensional production\, specialising in various craft-based techniques. \nWith materials ranging from plaster to wax\, clay to wire\, students will be offered a unique opportunity to explore\, develop and combine a diverse range of hand-making skills\, helping them build creative knowledge in aspects of scale\, form\, texture and finish. \n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/experimental-sculpture-workshop/
LOCATION:Crescent Art Centre\, 2-4 University Rd\, Belfast\, BT7 1NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Silver Stacking Rings Workshop with Diane Lyness
DESCRIPTION:Create beautiful sterling silver stacking rings with goldsmith Diane Lyness. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nEach participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques\, such as piercing\, soldering\, rolling\, annealing and polishing. \nDiane will guide you as you design and make your own unique piece of silver jewellery to take home. \nLunch break 12.30pm – 1pm \nPlease bring a packed lunch\, a drink\, and an apron 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/silver-stacking-rings-workshop-with-diane-lyness/
LOCATION:Ards Arts Centre\, Town Hall\, Conway Square\, Newtownards\, BT23 4NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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