A Gift has the potential to cause change, create bonds within families and communities. Craft NI and the Association for Contemporary Jewellery & Silversmiths NI welcome you to The Gift - as Heirloom, a contemporary jewellery exhibition which promises to awe the viewer with a rich tapestry of techniques, materials and concepts, making this … Continue reading The Gift – as Heirloom
Flowerfield Arts Centre’s annual Christmas Craft Market features a range of beautiful handmade gifts, food stuffs, artwork and jewellery. Whether you’re looking for chocolate treats, stocking fillers, classic decorations, unique ceramics, glass, artwork or textiles, you’ll find endless treasures of bespoke gifts. We promise there will be no more than 4 shoppers at the Craft … Continue reading Flowerfield Christmas Craft Market 2021
Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will guide you through all the processes of the ancient craft of traditional pole lathe turning, from cleaving, shaving and turning freshly cut green wood, with the use of the shave horse and pole lathe. During this one-day workshop, each participant will learn lots of new skills, through the … Continue reading Traditional Woodturning
A 4 week workshop which includes a teapot for you to hand decorate. You will learn pinch potting from ceramic artist Rachel Davey and how to hand make two of your own pinch pot mugs. This workshop is suitable for beginners. The 4 weeks course will run on Tuesdays from 6pm - 9pm - schedule … Continue reading Paint/Pinch Your Own Pottery
North Down Craft Collective will be organising a special Christmas market in the glasshouse at Kylestone nurseries, Bangor, on Saturday 27th November. This day long event will showcase the work of over 20 local artists and makers. Many familiar local craft makers names will be there (Adele Pound, Ruth Osborne, Alison Hanvey, Patricia Millar, Rachel … Continue reading Christmas Market at Kylestone nurseries
The Burnavon Winter Craft & Food Fair is back this year and will take place on Saturday 27th November, 10am - 5pm. Visitors will enjoy a festive atmosphere and have a chance to browse a range of crafts handmade by local artists - ceramics, wood, jewellery and textiles, and of course grab a drink and a … Continue reading Burnavon Winter Craft & Food Fair
The Creative Peninsula Christmas Edit Pop-up Shop will take place in the festive setting of the Georgian Gallery, Ards Arts Centre and will exclusively feature handcrafted gifts and art made by the Creative Peninsula Artists. An impressive exhibitor list include craft makers such as Adele Pound Wildlife Art, Alison Hanvey Ceramics, Anna Smyth Ceramics, Diane Lyness Goldsmith, NI Silver, … Continue reading Creative Peninsula Christmas Edit Pop-up Shop
Claire from NodoKnots will host a 3 hour class where you will learn how to make a beautiful Macrame Christmas Tree wall hanging. She will guide you through the knots and technique to make this festive display using recycled cotton cord and locally gathered driftwood or branches. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. … Continue reading Macrame Christmas Tree Morning Workshop
Craft NI Gallery will take part in Late Night Art on Thursday, December 2. Stop by between 4 - 7pm and meet some of the makers featured in their current jewellery exhibition, 'The Gift - as Heirloom'! A fantastic opportunity to enjoy an evening out in the Cathedral Quarter with friends, see some amazing pieces … Continue reading The Gift as Heirloom – ‘Meet the Maker’ evening
Castle Ward National Trust is organising a Christmas Artisan Market this year at Castle Ward, Strangford. You’ll find a handpicked selection of local designers and artisan makers in the Stable yard, from glass and ceramic makers to woodworkers and painters - a great day out where you can pick up your locally handcrafted Christmas gifts. … Continue reading Christmas Artisan Market at Castle Ward
Renowned ceramicist Adam Frew will be holding his annual Christmas studio sale on Saturday, December 4th from 11am - 5pm. You will find a wide selection of pots, including more baubles and butter dishes which have already sold out on Adam's online shop. A wide selection of seconds will also be available.
A Christmas ceramic workshop which is a great opportunity for real quality down time for you and the kids. Through step by step festive making with ceramic artist Andrea McCullough-Alderdice, you and the little ones will see your own Christmassy character come to life - a beautiful addition to your decorations for years to come. … Continue reading Ceramic Reindeer Workshop with Andrea McCullough-Alderdice