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 Adam Frew for a 4 day throwing workshop - classes will be small groups of 4-7 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
Learn the fundamentals of pottery throwing, mastering techniques such as centering, opening out, and pulling up to craft a variety of pots, including mugs and bowls. All pieces are professionally fired and glazed, ready for collection at a later date. Please note: this course takes place on Wednesday evenings over 5 weeks.
During this workshop, Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach participants the skills needed to whittle wood. Each participant will learn axe and knife carving skills to produce their own spatula from locally sourced wood. This course is suited to all levels including complete beginners.
Join artist and tutor Alison Pascoe of ASTRL Fibres and discover the craft practice of macramé: the art of knots. Over the course of this workshop Alison will guide participants through the basic skills and techniques required to create their own macramé net bag. Participants will learn the braiding and knotting skills required to handcraft a … Continue reading Macramé: The Art Of Knots – Net Bag Workshop
This workshop is suitable for an embroidery beginner or for someone wanting to refresh skills - participants will create a personalised embroidery hoop stitched with their own words and design. The workshop includes how to prepare fabric in a hoop and start stitching; several core embroidery stitches for outlining and detail; how to transfer text; … Continue reading Bespoke Embroidery
In this workshop participants will learn traditional basketry techniques to create their very own beautiful willow flowers - these are a decorative piece that can adorn the inside of homes or outside in the garden.
Participants will learn basic metalsmithing techniques and create silver earrings. They will learn how to saw and shape silver, try simple soldering techniques, and receive some tips and tricks on how to finish the piece to a high standard. The workshop is intended for complete beginners, but if you already have experience in jewellery making, you … Continue reading Silver Jewellery Making: Earring Workshop