Benefield Spencer Glass, the North Antrim Coast’s only glassblowing studio, is inviting you behind the doors of their private studio to experience the magic of molten glass. Hands on glassmaking experience at Benefield Spencer Glass studio, located just a few miles inland from Ballintoy village. The experience includes demonstrations by professional glassmaker Andrea Spencer and takes a step … Continue reading Glassmaking Experience – Glass Making From Nature, Colours Of The Causeway Coast
Tutor Ruth Osborne will be teaching a six-week printmaking course with a nature theme. Participants will be introduced to and experiment with a series of printmaking processes with a focus on working with and/or representing nature. Sessions are suitable for beginners and all materials are supplied. This class is suitable for age 16+
Craft NI have partnered with QEST to bring to you the QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition in February 2024. The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) supports the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople through Scholarships, Emerging Maker Grants and Apprenticeships. We are delighted that by means of this joint exhibition, craft audiences in … Continue reading QEST Northern Ireland Showcase Exhibition
This is an opportunity to try out pottery in your own private 3 hour lesson for 2 with Adam. Suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers. The emphasis will be on having fun and making a variety of pots. Students will each select their best pots to be fired. These will be glaze fired … Continue reading Pottery Taster for 2 with Adam Frew
Join Sandra Robinson for this 2 day workshop: through the use of paper templates, photographs and drawings provided, you will be guided through demonstrations, anatomy and 1-2-1 support to create a small seated figure in clay. Day 1: Demonstrations and formation Day 2: Refinement and Preparation for firing. Instruction, materials and firing included in the … Continue reading Sculpting a Seated Figure Workshop
Join Sandra Robinson for this 2 day workshop: through the use of paper templates, photographs and drawings provided, you will be guided through demonstrations, anatomy and 1-2-1 support to create a small seated figure in clay. Day 1: Demonstrations and formation Day 2: Refinement and Preparation for firing. Instruction, materials and firing included in the … Continue reading Sculpting a Seated Figure Workshop
Participants will learn a new skill and create their own beaded bracelet using the bead loom weaving technique with Emma Thorpe from Atlantic Rose. During this 3 hour workshop, they will learn how to set up and thread their loom; bead weave their bracelet and finish it off with a beaded toggle and loop. This … Continue reading Colourful Beaded Loom Weave Bracelet Workshop
An exhibition by Down Arts Centre artist in residence Áine McKenna. Specialising in porcelain, this ceramics design exhibition marks the end of her Down Art Centre residency, during which time she had the opportunity to experiment and create this new body of work. Dogwood and Dollars is a reflection of a specific time and place … Continue reading Dogwoods and Dollars
Join tutor Helen Hancock for a glassblowing workshop, a fun introduction to this craft! Participants will be working with specialist equipment and tools and with a furnace running at 1150 degrees. During this workshop, they will be creating their own bespoke blown glass art. Protective eyewear is essential and long sleeves; strictly over 16 years … Continue reading Glassblowing workshop
Enjoy a few relaxed, creative hours learning basic hand stitching, embroidery and appliqué techniques as we create a unique vintage-style sampler. These are wonderful ways to celebrate births or christenings but you can make the project your own by celebrating a beloved pet or to remember a trip that left a lasting impression, too. All tools and … Continue reading Memory Sampler – Applique & Embroidery
EARTH MADE reflects the creative processes of textile artist Ruth Osborne and ceramic artist Patricia Millar. In this collaborative exhibition, earth materials and stories were collected and exchanged t create sustainable land Art. Ruth Osborne is textile artist working primarily on Irish Linen, which is chosen for its aesthetic qualities, sustainability, and heritage on the … Continue reading Earth Made
The Causeway Craft Trail makes it easy to discover the traditional and contemporary arts and crafts businesses that thrive in the Causeway Coast and Glens of Northern Ireland. Drop in, meet the makers and listen to their stories whilst you acquire a new skill with a workshop in pottery, painting, felting, glass-making and more. Take a … Continue reading Causeway Craft Trail
Join tutor Diane Lyness and spend a fun day creating a beautiful sterling silver bracelet. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques by Goldsmith Diane Lyness, such as piercing, soldering, rolling, annealing and polishing. Diane will work alongside the participants as they design and make their own unique piece of jewellery to take … Continue reading Silver Bracelet Workshop
Discover the soothing art of macramé, a calming and creative pastime. Join Caitlin McCracken at The Designerie for an engaging workshop where you'll master the fundamentals of macramé. Learn to craft a stunning wall hanging using three classic knots: Lark's head, square knots, and double half hitches. Suitable for beginners will receive step-by-step guidance in … Continue reading Macrame Workshop
Adam Frew will host an Open Studio day as part of the Causeway Craft Trail on Saturday, March 23rd, 10am -3pm. Stop by for a chat and to see a selection of his pots, including seconds.
Wendy from Little Woolly Sheep will welcome spring with this adorable 3D Needlefelted Bluetit project - enjoy an afternoon bringing your wee bird into life while enjoying tasty buns, tea and coffee. Attendees will all keep the basic needlefelting kit used in the class. No experience necessary. Ages 15+
