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Join the Belfast Ceramics Studio and create a unique game board and replace the X’s and O’s with any theme you like! Whether you've always wanted to try ceramics, have some experience and want to dive back in, or simply fancy a different kind of night out, this is all about having fun in a … Continue reading Friday Night Pottery: Tic-Tac-Toe with a Twist!

Learn the basics of throwing and techniques like centering, opening out and pulling up to create a variety of different pots, including mugs and bowls during this 5 week workshop (18yrs+) ! Turning techniques help finish pots and add details like handles and feet before adding colour with a variety of slips and underglazes. Pots … Continue reading 5 week throwing course for beginners and improvers

Have fun stitching an art brooch from wool felt and decorating with sequins, beads and embroidery. In this 2 hour workshop you will likely finish 1 brooch but you have a kit to make another at home. Please bring small scissors to class. Tutor Linda O'Kane  has worked in the Antiques/Interior Decoration trade for over 30 … Continue reading Frida Kahlo Brooch Workshop

A workshop aimed at children aged 6 - 13! Under the guidance of tutor Andrea McCullough-Alderdice, children will get messy at the potter’s wheel! Clay is a really tactile medium and it's ideal for exploring texture, shape and decoration. Participants will learn about and try out hand, coil and slab building; they will also be … Continue reading The clay club

Create your own statement earrings from polymer clay, in this relaxed jewellery workshop. You will learn how to create your own colour palette by hand mixing coloured clay, and work with different shapes and textures to create a unique pair of earrings. Discover the entire process of making clay jewellery from scratch, and take home … Continue reading Macramé: wreath workshop

Using fused glass techniques, these beautiful glass bird plant pot stakes are the perfect colourful unique addition to any summer garden. The participants' glass birds will be fired for collection soon after. Tutor: Natasha Duddy Suitable for 18+

Join textile artist Angela Turkington for a fun workshop using Hapa Zome technique. This involves hammering flowers and leaves to print directly onto watercolour paper, bookmark blanks and pre-treated linen.  This is a fun and easy craft to learn. Participants will design and create their own mini range of greeting cards, artworks for framing, bookmarks, … Continue reading Hapa Zome textile printing workshop

Join local artist Ruth Osborne for a Block Printing with Natural Dyes workshop at Rowallane Garden this summer! Participants will create unique hand printed textiles using a range of inks made from natural-plant based dyes and a selection of decorative wood blocks. Booking essential; age guidance 14+ - Must be accompanied by an adult. Workshop … Continue reading Natural Dye Demo and Workshop with Ruth Osborne

Join Goldsmith Tara for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll create your very own set of stacking rings!  You will learn step-by-step the techniques of ring making and will design two beautiful sterling silver rings - a textured band and a sleek plain ring with a stunning rub-over gemstone setting.  All tools and equipment are … Continue reading Sterling silver stacking rings workshop

During this workshop, participants will dive into creativity and join artist Fiona Shannon to sculpt their very own sea swimmer bust inspired by the beauty of the ocean! Suitable for all abilities, this is an ideal gift for any intrepid swimmer.   Suitable for 16+