• Silversmithing techniques

    Ards Arts Centre Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, United Kingdom

    Under the guidance of tutor Diane Lyness, you will learn a variety of jewellery techniques including soldering, piercing, shaping, texturing metal and polishing. During this 4 weeks course, participants will work through the design and creation of a piece or pieces of jewellery.  If you have attended previous workshops this is a great opportunity to … Continue reading Silversmithing techniques

    £60
  • ‘Curved with Intent’ – Meet the Makers!

    Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, United Kingdom

    Craft NI are delighted to invite you to the opening night of  'Curved with Intent', their upcoming exhibition of contemporary design in wood. Craft NI Gallery will take part in Late Night Art Thursday, February 3rd between 5pm - 8pm. Join us and meet the designer-makers exhibiting in 'Curved with Intent' - a great opportunity … Continue reading ‘Curved with Intent’ – Meet the Makers!

  • WWt Castle Espie Group Exhibition

    WWT Castle Espie 78 Ballydrain Rd, Comber, Newtownards

    North Down Craft Collective have organised a group exhibition at WWT Castle Espie wetlands showcasing a selection of ceramics and art from selected designer-makers. Running from the 5th to the 27th of February in the Graffan galleries, the exhibition will have work available for sale via the Castle Espie retail team with a catalogue available in … Continue reading WWt Castle Espie Group Exhibition

  • Ceramics

    Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

    This one day course is designed for beginners (18+). You will be taught how to make sculptural forms to create a decorative vase for your spring table. After completing your vase it will then go on to be fired in the kiln by your tutor, Fiona Shannon. You can purchase additional clay should you wish … Continue reading Ceramics

    £45
  • Contemporary Weaving – Abstract Wall Hanging

    The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh 9 Market Street, Armagh

    This one day tapestry weaving workshop explores the art of hand weaving in a modern context. Your tutor Karolina Lisek from Little Tangle will teach the foundation skills of tapestry weaving using a frame loom. Participants will create an abstract wall hanging using a range of techniques such as plain weave, rya knotting and sumak. As well … Continue reading Contemporary Weaving – Abstract Wall Hanging

    £30
  • Glassblowing Workshop

    Helen Hancock Glass Studio Derry

    This one day workshop will provide an introduction to glassblowing - you will be working with specialist equipment and tools, and with a furnace running at 1150 degrees. You will learn how to spin your own glass plate and create a bespoke jug. Please note: protective eyewear and long sleeves are essential; strictly for 16y+; … Continue reading Glassblowing Workshop

    £210
  • Clay Creations

    Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

    Explore the world of clay in this workshop as you hand-build an animal under the careful supervision of tutor Fiona Shannon. This workshop is designed for beginners and improvers  - participants do need little dexterity in their hands to work with clay. Using air dry clay, they can take their animal home, paint it and … Continue reading Clay Creations

    £20
  • Glassblowing Workshop

    Helen Hancock Glass Studio Derry

    This one day workshop will provide an introduction to glassblowing – you will be working with specialist equipment and tools, and with a furnace running at 1150 degrees. You will learn how to spin your own glass plate and create a bespoke jug. Please note: protective eyewear and long sleeves are essential; strictly for 16y+; … Continue reading Glassblowing Workshop

    £210
  • Silver Smithing: Silver Stacking Rings

    The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh 9 Market Street, Armagh

    Spend a day under the guidance of Goldsmith Diane Lyness as you make a pair of silver stacking rings. 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. Personalise and add colour to your ring by adding … Continue reading Silver Smithing: Silver Stacking Rings

    £45
  • 3D Needle Felting

    The Burnavon Burn Road, Cookstown, United Kingdom

    During this one day workshop local textile artist Andrea Hayes will demonstrate the dimensional qualities of felt. Discover the wonderful art of needle felting as Andrea shares a wide range of tips and techniques providing you with a step by step guide. By the end of the day you will have created your very own … Continue reading 3D Needle Felting

    £30
  • Arm Knitting

    The Designerie 88 Main Street, Antrim, Bushmills, United Kingdom

    This workshop is ideal for beginners and knitters alike; your tutor Jill Gurney will show you how to knit with your arms, making your very own cosy throw, approx. 70cm x 145cm. The cost includes all materials & light refreshments supplied (please message when you book to let organisers know what colour you would like: pearl, dove … Continue reading Arm Knitting

    £70
  • Nature Printing: Printmaking with Plants

    Stranmillis University College Stranmillis Road, Belfast, United Kingdom

    This workshop will provide a short overview of the history of the art of nature printing followed by a practical printmaking session exploring mark making, pattern and design using a range of fresh and dried plants. With the help of tutor Ruth Osborne, participants will create a range of unique prints using Irish Linen and … Continue reading Nature Printing: Printmaking with Plants

    £39