We are so excited to now have our very own workshop space above the shop! We love nothing more than getting creative and can't wait to get creative with you guys!  Check out our upcoming workshops below.

If you are interested in hiring our workshop space just get in touch for more info

July Workshops

Beginner's Punch-needle workshop
with Laura Gardner
21st July, 1:30pm - 4:30pm / £30 + booking fee

Textile artist Laura Gardner will teach you how to embroider using the punch needle technique in this 3-hour workshop at the Handmade Nottingham shop.

Laura will teach this workshop on how to create a simple geometric design and use the appropriate tools and materials to create a decorative punch needle embroidery. All materials and tools needed for this workshop will be provided on the day.
Coffee/tea and refreshments will be provided during the workshop.

This workshop is suitable for beginners.

August Workshops

Lino Printing Workshop
With Karen Miele
10th August, 10.30 - 1.30 / £35 + booking fee

Spend the morning getting inky with Karen Miele Artist and Printmaker- and learn how to create your own lino print designs using a tabletop press!

In this 3 hour workshop, you will learn:
• How to transfer a drawing onto lino
• How to carve a lino block, and use different techniques to create interesting patterns
• How to mix inks to create your own colours
• How to print both with and without a tabletop press

As well as your own beautiful artwork, you will also take home a fact sheet - with hints and tips on how to print at home, where to buy supplies, and artists to look at for inspiration.
We will be using safe wash inks in this workshop, but we still advise that you bring an apron - or wear clothes you don't mind getting inky.
Suitable for beginners

Paper Flower Wreath Workshop
With Women Who Create
17th August, 10.30 - 1.30 / £36

Tap into that floral paper craft trend and create a bunch of gorgeous summery paper blooms!
Join craft author Amy for a morning of floral paper crafting and leave the session with essential paper flower making basics under your belt!

We will make 3 styles of bloom and leaves then artfully attach to a wire hoop to create a beautiful and bright paper flower wreath!

A great way to learn a new creative skill and relax on a summer weekend.

All materials + refreshments included in ticket price

Beginner's Punch-needle workshop
with Laura Gardner
31st August, 1:30pm - 4:30pm / £30 + booking fee

Textile artist Laura Gardner will teach you how to embroider using the punch needle technique in this 3-hour workshop at the Handmade Nottingham shop.

Laura will teach this workshop on how to create a simple geometric design and use the appropriate tools and materials to create a decorative punch needle embroidery. All materials and tools needed for this workshop will be provided on the day.
Coffee/tea and refreshments will be provided during the workshop.

This workshop is suitable for beginners.

September Workshops

Beginners Ceramic Workshop
with Upsydaisy Craft
19th September, 6.30pm - 8.30pm / £30pp

Join us and play with clay! You'll spend the evening making approximately 8 keepsakes hanging decorations/jewellery pieces/plaques or a ceramic tea light holder/ Small plant pot - or a combination of both (time permitting)...

Nat will teach you simple and more complex pottery techniques to create pattern and texture using a vast variety of cutters and stamps which she will provide.

As the pieces dry Nat will demonstrate glazing and bring along examples of the colours for the class to glaze their own pieces. The finished items will be taken away to be fired in the kiln and will be ready for collection at the shop approx. 2 weeks later.

No previous experience required, recommended to bring an apron but the clay doesn’t stain.
All materials and equipment provided. Suitable for adults and responsible children.

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