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Photo: Hand carved and jointed ‘Gigi’ wooden cats; Maker: David Cousley; Photo credit: Craft NI
  • Silversmithing workshop

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

    In this guided silversmithing workshop with Amy of No.88 Jewellery, participants will handcraft their very own sterling silver bracelet—choosing their chain, designing a meaningful charm, and working with professional tools to shape, solder, and texture your piece. Once your design is complete, the bracelet will be professionally finished—ready to wear as a reminder of what … Continue reading Silversmithing workshop

    £59
  • ‘Flaxen’

    R-Space Gallery 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, United Kingdom

    R‑Space Gallery is pleased to present 'Flaxen', the first solo exhibition in Northern Ireland by British textile artist Alice Fox, as part of the Linen Biennale Festival. 'Flaxen' is a collection of new works by Alice Fox, exploring the flax plant at every stage: from whole dried stems to unspun fibre. The works are woven … Continue reading ‘Flaxen’

  • ‘Under Construction’

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

    For this exhibition, Derek Wilson uses the Gallery as a project space to contemplate the dialogue and interaction between his current research project into collage and painting, and its later translation into three-dimensional sculptural objects. As a recent recipient of the Rosemary James Memorial Trust Award, Derek’s ‘Under Construction’ ’exhibition at Craft NI Gallery gives insight … Continue reading ‘Under Construction’

    Free
  • InterWOVEN

    Down Arts Centre 2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Down, United Kingdom

    This group exhibition brings together artists from the North and South of Ireland whose work and processes reference Linen heritage in a contemporary context. The exhibition weaves together each artist’s creative practice and how it engages, questions or explores sustainability in relation to functional textiles and textile art. Exhibiting Artists: Katerina Gribkoff, Malú Colorín, Maya Todd, Niamh … Continue reading InterWOVEN

    Free
  • Make a John Surlis Leitrim Chair

    Green Woodwork Ireland Workshop, Minnowburn Ballynahatty Rd, Belfast, Minnowburn

    Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach you the skills needed to produce your own Leitrim Chair using the same traditional techniques as John used during his life. This workshop will allow you to practice an ancient form of woodcraft that was once widespread across the country, a craft that has long since disappeared … Continue reading Make a John Surlis Leitrim Chair

    £450
  • Fused Glass Handkerchief Vase Workshop

    FE McWilliam Gallery 200 Newry Road, Banbridge

    Participants will make their own handkerchief vase under the guidance of fused glass artist Sarah Walsh. In this beginner’s class they will learn the basics of creating a glass panel, including glass cutting and using colourful frits. Each participant will transform a 25cm x 25cm piece of glass into a unique artwork which will be … Continue reading Fused Glass Handkerchief Vase Workshop

    £65
  • Silver stacking rings workshop

    Down Arts Centre 2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Down, United Kingdom

    Participants will spend a day of fun and make a pair of silver stacking rings 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. Please … Continue reading Silver stacking rings workshop

    £75
  • Halloween lanterns for 8 – 12yrs old

    Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

    Join tutor Linda Mulholand - under her supervision children will craft spooky Halloween lanterns from mixed materials to light up dark scary Halloween nights!

    £10
  • ‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14: Experimental Dialogues’

    R-Space Gallery 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, United Kingdom

    ‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14’ features Lydia Bell, Michael Geddis, Patricia Kelly, Ruth Osbourne and Ioana Petcu-Colan, five visual artists selected from our annual open call, each responding to the theme ‘experimental’. Experimental - 1. based on untested ideas or techniques and not yet established or finalized. 2. involving a radically new and innovative style. … Continue reading ‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14: Experimental Dialogues’

  • Knit + Stitch

    Eikon Exhibition Centre Balmoral Park Halftown Road, Lisburn, United Kingdom

    After a fantastic debut, Knit + Stitch returns to Belfast this fall from November 13 -16!  Taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn, this is an event textile lovers will not want to miss, whether they are professional craft makers or hobbyists! The show previously known as The Knitting and Stitching Show  has … Continue reading Knit + Stitch

    £16
  • Textile birds workshop

    Crescent Art Centre 2-4 University Rd, Belfast, United Kingdom

    Under the guidance of tutor Linda O'Kane, participants will learn how to make some padded and embellished birds which can be worn as a brooch or attached to a bag or suitcase, or even displayed on a door knob. All materials will be provided but please bring some small scissors to class. Suitable for 16+ … Continue reading Textile birds workshop

    £38
  • Open Night at The Boat House Gallery

    The Boat House Gallery 60 Causeway Rd, Bushmills, United Kingdom

    Stop by the Boat House Gallery on Friday, November 21st, 5 - 9pm for a festive evening and soak in the warm, creative atmosphere! A great evening to enjoy live music, browse for works from local makers and see Adam Frew's live demo at the potter's wheel!

    Free

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