What’s On
Following the success of our last studio sale, we return with another! Ahead of our refurbishment starting in November, we are clearing our centre to make way for our upgraded facilities. To create more space, we are selling a range of items such as well-loved arts books, studio furniture, art equipment and tools, and more. […]
Make a festive decoration with a difference to hang in your home this festive season and beyond – stars aren’t just for Christmas! In this relaxed 3-hour workshop you’ll make a twisted textured winter star. Using just one macramé knot it’s super easy to create even for the novice crafter. Once completed add some twinkling […]
Spend 5 relaxed weeks finding drawing and sketching inspiration from the winter/festive season. In this course the focus will be on following a series of festive sketching projects to help fill a folding concertina sketchbook with wonderful ideas and drawings. Each week we’ll have fun as we grow our confidence and increase our skills, completing […]
A seasonal three-week dive into the exciting world of collage and printmaking. In this creative three-week course we will be experimenting with monoprinting, textured prints, layering, cutting and composition to create mixed-media, original artworks. All inspired by the approach of winter and the festivals celebrated during this period. Packed with hands-on making, creative exploration, and […]
A one-day creative writing workshop inspired by winter and the festive period. During this one-day practical writing workshop we will explore themes around winter, the changing weather and environment, the various festivals and celebrations that occur - from Bonfire Night, to Diwali, Christmas and the winter solstice. We will use our own experiences and feelings […]
Make a unique tea light house to keep or gift, in this fun festive workshop. Tutor Nikki will guide you through step-by-step how to hand build a pottery tea light house from white clay. You will be shown how to roll and slab build the house and how to strengthen the joins. You will use […]
Make a set of four unique festive fused glass hanging decorations. This is a relaxing 3-hour workshop, where you will learn about working with fused glass and create a set of four fabulous festive decorations. You will use coloured sheet glass and a wide range of accessory glass to create your designs, which will be […]
Create a unique wintery fused glass scene which will stand in a Leicestershire-made wooden base. During this workshop you will use clear sheet and a wide range of accessory glass to create your own design. Bring images to work from if you wish to, or tutor Katherine will provide ideas to inspire you. The workshop […]
Join this festive workshop and discover how to transform metallic foils into beautiful decorations. Perfect for beginners, you’ll learn easy techniques like shaping, embossing and sculpting to create festive designs. With guided instruction and plenty of creative freedom, you’ll experiment with textures and forms to make unique pieces ready to display or gift. By the […]
Carve your own lino stamp and have fun printing unique festive cards and wrap. Create your own unique stamp carved from lino and experiment with the printing process, exploring repeating, rotating and offsetting your design to create your very own Christmas cards, tags and/or wrapping paper. Tutor Jo will demonstrate how to transfer your design […]
Make two beautiful mosaic robins to keep or gift in this relaxed beginner’s workshop. Tutor Nikki will guide you through step-by-step how to create two festive mosaic robins using mosaic tiles, glass cabochons and crockery. You will be able to build up your design, and learn how to use tile adhesive to attach the mosaic. […]
Handmake your own beautiful natural wreath for the festive season. Cut and arrange a variety of fresh seasonal foliage around a handmade moss ring, then decorate with baubles, bells and more. Finish with your very own handmade fabric bow and a loop for hanging. You’ll take home a fabulous, unique wreath for your own front […]
