Stop by the Ards Arts Centre and see a group exhibition by Homo Faber Fellows 2023: Claire Mooney, Jackson Byrne, Richard Butler, and Noel Donnellan; artists who recently completed an internship ran by the Michelangelo Foundation. This exhibition explores themes of sustainability, links to the land and the transmission of traditional craft skills in the … Continue reading Aspire: Ventures in Craft
The Big Bauble Showcase is a yearly staple at Craft NI Gallery, featuring a wide range of unique handmade baubles, in limited ranges or one-offs. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire and pick up a meaningful gift - these unique … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase
Craft NI's 2024 Christmas selling exhibition ‘Brilliant Generations’ will open November 7, 6 - 9pm at Craft NI Gallery, Belfast, and run until December 31st! This year's Christmas exhibition will showcase the impressive creations of our local designer-makers and aim to inspire discerning shoppers with new, exciting work: whether it is jewellery that sparkles, ceramics with … Continue reading ‘Brilliant Generations’ Christmas exhibition
'Making Space' is a series of workshops that will encourage participants to think with their hands, embrace a willingness to play, allow themselves the space to be creative and find connection in the act of making. During this workshop with Alison of ASTRL Fibres, participants will learn how to handcraft a beautiful pair of seasonal … Continue reading ASTRL Fibres Making Space: Seasonal Decoration Workshop
Join Anna Donovan on the top floor of Conway Mill where she has her studio for a day of festive ceramics making. Using stoneware clay create a festive green man pressmoulding, had modelling decorated with slips and underglaze. Price includes all materials, firings and pieces will be glazed by Anna and ready for pick up … Continue reading Christmas Green Man Workshop
Join artist and tutor Alison Pascoe of ASTRL Fibres for this deep dive into the craft practice of Macramé: The Art of Knots. Sharing the methods used in her own practice, Alison will guide you through the fundamental skills of macramé. Over the course of the day you will explore basic to advanced macramé knot … Continue reading Macramé: The Art Of Knots
A rare opportunity to visit four designer/maker studios not normally open to the public - visitors will have a chance to see their making processes of glass, jewellery & printmaking! Bring some friends and browse their unique, handmade work, and don't forget to look out for something special in the seconds sale. There will be … Continue reading Open Studio Event: Alison Lowry, Alistar-R, Rene Mullin and Curlew Cottage Design
Steensons would like to invite you for an exclusive evening - enjoy 20% off their stunning collections, accompanied by festive drinks and delicious canapés. It’s the perfect opportunity to find a special piece or start your festive shopping in style. (stock items only - T&C's apply; on the night exclusive 20% discount on spends over … Continue reading Drinks, nibbles and discount night at Steensons
To launch this year's Pop-Up Christmas Shop, North Down Museum is hosting a Late-Night Christmas Shopping event. Join in for an evening of twinkly lights, music, artists demonstrations and shopping. The museum will be festively decorated, the museum café will be open serving food and drink and visitors will be able to explore the museum … Continue reading Twilight Christmas Shopping
Time to get inky with screen print at Seacourt Print Workshop and make and assemble your own handmade garland, perfect to string up on a wall, or gift to a loved one. During this workshop you will learn the basics of screen printing under the guidance of local artist Imogen Donegan. Come along and enjoy … Continue reading Screenprinted Garlands – Experience AND 2024
Castle Ward will host its Christmas Artisan Market from 29th November to 1st December! Held in the theatre space and Stable yard, this market offers a great opportunity to pick up unique, locally crafted Christmas gifts and enjoy delicious seasonal treats. The atmosphere will be festive, with a vibrant mix of products on offer—from home … Continue reading Christmas Artisan Market
Adam Frew will be having his annual Christmas Open Studio on Saturday November 30th from 10aam - 3pm. There will be a wide range of pots for sale and also some festive nibbles - a lovely opportunity to meet other craft lovers too!