Explore the world of textiles and sustainability at Ulster Folk Museum - shop vintage, learn how to repair clothes, watch weaving and spinning demonstrations, try embroidery and learn from fashion and textile experts. Shop vintage, learn repair skills, and discover the future of sustainable textiles at Textile Takeover on Saturday 10th October. Discover … Continue reading Textile Takeover at the Ulster Folk Museum
This workshop will introduce individuals of all abilities to different elements of three-dimensional production, specialising in various craft-based techniques. With 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, … Continue reading Experimental Sculpture Workshop
Create beautiful sterling silver stacking rings with goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques, such as piercing, soldering, rolling, annealing and polishing. Diane will guide you as you design and make your own unique piece of silver jewellery to take home. Lunch break 12.30pm – 1pm Please bring a … Continue reading Silver Stacking Rings Workshop with Diane Lyness
Craft NI are delighted to be invited back for a second year to present a Guest Showcase at RUA's 145th Annual Exhibition! The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) returns to the Ulster Museum this autumn for its 145th Annual Exhibition, bringing together around 350 works by artists from Northern Ireland, across Ireland and further … Continue reading Craft NI Showcase @ RUA 2026
Craft NI is delighted to host a special webinar as part of the Contemporary British Silversmiths exhibition, A Thirst for Silver. A Thirst for Silver runs at Craft NI Gallery, Belfast from September 3 to October 31, 2026. The exhibition showcases the work of fifty members of Contemporary British Silversmiths, bringing together makers at every … Continue reading A Thirst for Silver Webinar
Craft NI is delighted to welcome Cara Murphy, silversmith and Chair of Contemporary British Silversmiths (CBS), for a special artist’s talk accompanying A Thirst for Silver, a CBS exhibition showcasing the work of over 50 leading contemporary silversmiths from across the UK. A Thirst for Silver explores the enduring relationship between silver, ceremony and ritual … Continue reading ‘A Thirst for Silver’: Artist Talk with Cara Murphy
Explore one of Ireland's finest embroidery traditions while learning the distinctive stitches that make Mountmellick work both elegant and enduring.
A gentle introduction to embroidery. Learn to prepare and hoop your fabric; thread and manage embroidery thread; core stitches and basic techniques.
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase
Join expert glass artist Keith Sheppard for this colourful fused glass workshop to create a 24cm x 20cm freestanding curved glass landscape or two flat 24cm x 10cm glass landscapes. Working with different coloured glass, Keith will teach participants various design techniques, demonstrate the tools required for glass cutting and how to work safely and … Continue reading Fused Glass Winter Landscape
Learn basic metalsmithing techniques and create silver jewellery. In this one day workshop you will make a unique pair of silver earrings. You will be encouraged to incorporate your own design ideas within the guided process and available materials. You will learn how to saw and shape silver, try simple soldering techniques, and receive some … Continue reading Silver Jewellery Making: Earrings Workshop
Shannon will demonstrate a few texturing techniques with hammers that you will have a go at before deciding which one you would like to incorporate into your ring. Copper will be provided to make your samples before making your silver ring(s). The aim of the workshop is for you to make one to three rings … Continue reading Ring in a Day