The F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council are delighted to present Made In Ireland. A celebration of the wealth and vibrancy of Ireland’s studio crafts, the exhibition presents work by over 110 craftspeople from 27 counties, each creating beautiful, considered objects using skills honed over many years. Supported by Design … Continue reading ‘Made in Ireland’ Exhibition
Craft NI are delighted to welcome back the Association of Contemporary Jewellers and Silversmiths NI for another jewellery exhibition that promises to amaze the public in the run up to Christmas. The “Collectibles and Curiosities” exhibition opens at Craft NI Gallery on Thursday, November 10 and continues until December 30. For this exhibition, ACJSNI has brought … Continue reading ‘Collectibles and Curiosities’ Exhibition
Come and visit a unique shopping experience this Christmas at North Down Museum! Browse the museum’s galleries, filled with beautiful hand-made products from local artists and makers. The perfect place to get that special gift and support your local artists. The shop is free to explore during our normal hours- Tuesdays – Saturdays 10am-4pm and … Continue reading Made in AND: Pop-Up Christmas Shop
Join ‘The Clay Project’ and enjoy a creative evening exploring handbuilding and surface decoration techniques to create your very own terracotta plant pot. This hands-on workshop will involve cutting, joining and layering rich terracotta clay as well as graffito decoration to bring your pots to life. The workshop is suitable for beginners as your tutors will … Continue reading Terracotta plant pot workshop
Using a colourful array of merino wool and specialist effect fibres, participants will be taken through the wet felting process to create their own bespoke art work using wet felting and needle felting process. Participants are asked to bring their own individual picture that they wish to work from. Andrea will guide you through the … Continue reading Feltmaking Workshop with Andrea Hayes
A series of six metalworking sessions in which those with experience can build upon basic metalworking techniques for jewellery and silversmithing. Led by silversmith Claire Mooney. Suitable for those who have completed beginners metalwork and those with some experience. If you’re unsure if this course is suitable for you please feel free to reach … Continue reading Intermediate Metalsmithing: Jewellery Making with Claire Mooney
Looking to Sweden for inspiration, join Linda O'Kane for a 5-week course where you will create a colorful and slightly rustic piece of needlework, featuring flowers and birds on a black background fabric. The stitches will be simple so even if you haven't embroidered before you will be able to do this with a little tuition. The … Continue reading Folk art embroidery workshop
This workshop consists of a series of six metalworking sessions in which beginners can learn basic metalworking techniques for jewellery and silversmithing. Led by silversmith Claire Mooney. Suitable for beginners and those with a little experience. Session 1; Tools and Techniques Session 2; Copper Cuff/ Ring Design Session 3; Completion of week 2 project Session … Continue reading Introduction to Metalsmithing: Jewellery Making with Claire Mooney
Lead by ceramicist Fiona Shannon, this five-week beginners’ throwing course will teach you the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel including centring, opening out and pulling up which you will be able to use to create a variety of different pots, including mugs and bowls. You will also learn turning techniques to finish your … Continue reading 5-week throwing course for beginners and improvers
In this ‘have a go’ session you will learn the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel in a relaxed and fun environment, led by Fiona Shannon. Perfect for teenagers who love to get creative, this workshop is all about enjoyment and having a go at learning a new skill. You will get to pick … Continue reading Throwing for ages 12 – 16yrs
Mark the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Rabbit learning about origami, the art of folding paper. Chinese artist Jean Jing will show you how to make your own 2D and 3D forms, including bunnies of course. Suitable for children from 6-11 years.
At this course you will learn how to personalise your clothes by adding decorative details under the guidance of tutor Linda O'Kane. All sewing will be done by hand and involves simple techniques. In the first week you will learn the different techniques, then you can decide what you have at home that you could … Continue reading Embellish textiles workshop
Eleanor Wheeler is known for her architectural and sculptural ceramics. During her exhibition at Island Arts Centre take this opportunity to work with her as you create your own set of tiles. Take inspiration from Eleanor’s work on show as she guides you in the use of stoneware clay along with oxides and decorating slips. Influenced … Continue reading Ceramic tiles workshop
In this one day workshop with glass artist Alison Lowry you will learn how to cut glass, about the many different types of glass and about the effects of heat on glass. In the morning you will create a range of tiles exploring some glass fusing techniques, such as inclusions, ceramic decals, powder effects. In … Continue reading Introduction to glass fusing
This popular and sociable course with Julie McCreery covers all aspects of the timeless craft of patchwork and quilting. Participants will learn a number of techniques from traditional compositions and stitching to the more innovative and contemporary applications that have seen a recent resurgence in popularity.
Learn the skills of Silversmithing and make your own silver jewellery with Diane Lyness. Under the guidance of Diane, you will learn a variety of jewellery techniques including soldering, piercing, shaping, texturing metal and polishing. During the term, participants will work through the design and creation of a piece or pieces of jewellery. If you … Continue reading Silversmithing techniques
Thursday, February 2 Craft NI Gallery will host Late Night Art with Gail Kelly! A well established Co. Down textile artist and printmaker, Gail will show us how she works on the composition of her linen collages and sews them by hand. Gail draws inspiration from her travels in Ireland and Britain: the routine of the … Continue reading Late Night Art with Gail Kelly
Learn to make your very own simple chain bracelet with Emma Thorpe of Atlantic Rose. Using simple wire working techniques, Emma will expertly guide you through the process of turning simple sterling silver wire into a pretty bracelet for you to wear or give away as a gift. Please note, this is a cold metal … Continue reading Simple sterling silver bracelet for ages 14yrs+