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Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.
Suitable for ages 15+
Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.
Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.
There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.
Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.
Suitable for ages 15+
Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.
Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.
There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.
Jesmonite Jewellery Making at the Biscuit Factory
Create your own jesmonite jewellery with artist and maker Kim Searle using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds.
Jewellery can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. Take your creations away with you that day. Learn different finishing techniques, how to add metallic foil and acid etching
Find out more about the workshop and artist Kim Searle here
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking.Cancellations made up to 2 weeks prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund. Refunds and transfers are not possible within two weeks of the workshop date
Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.
Suitable for ages 15+
Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.
Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.
There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.
Sting Art Workshop at the Biscuit Factory
In this session you will learn how to make your own piece of perfectly hammered string art.
Inspired by 70s string art you can make your piece look retro or right up to date with your choice of designs and colours.
Working with nails and brightly coloured string to create vibrant artwork.
Find out more about the workshop and artist Kim Searle here
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking.Cancellations made up to 2 weeks prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund. Refunds and transfers are not possible within two weeks of the workshop date
All materials will be provided. Suitable for ages 15+
Mosaic workshop at Eco Hub
Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of Darn It to bring you this fabulous Macrame workshops. In this workshop we'll turn mosaic tiles, broken crockery and lots of other up-cycled pieces into mosaic works of art. You'll be able to choose from a large choice of base shapes to work on and learn the best adhesives to use on each one.
You'll be given a bag of grout to take home to finish your pieces at a later date - a demo will be done to show you what to do. If you have any objects you'd like to bring to mosaic with, please feel free to.
Punch Needle Taster Session at Thread Republic
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 4 different types of fabric. Once you know what works best you'll move onto a bigger piece with a good knowledge of the technique. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
Skill Level: Beginner
You’ll need: Nothing!
Materials included: Yarn, hessian, monks cloth, linen
Led by: Kim Searle
Healthy & Safety: during the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools. Sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell please let us know and stay home.
Course conditions:the workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given. Please don’t arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop starts, unless previously discussed.
This workshop is part of Thread Republics pop up at the Piazza. We’ll be running a program of workshops, drop in, activities and more alongside a textile scrap store.
Macrame Plant Hangers at RHS Harlow Carr
Join Kim at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, in making your own Macrame Plant Hanger from a variety of cords and re-cycled T shirts. Its the perfect craft for anyone whose window ledges are overflowing with plants. You will learn a variety of knots needed to make the design of your choice and will leave with a finished piece and knowledge to continue at home.
Jesmonite Terrazzo Coasters Workshop at the Craft Barn
Create your owncoasters and trinket tray with artist and maker Kim Searle using a variety of moulds. Jesmonite is a versatile material that will create a different outcome every time - you'll learn how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create something unique to you. They can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. You will be able to take your creations away with you that day!
The workshop will take place at The Craft Barn, a beautiful and airy space in Hadfield!
Venue details:
The room is up a flight of stairs so is sadly not wheelchair accessible however if this is an issue let me know in advance and I'll see if we can move downstairs.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Please don't arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop is due to start.
Jesmonite Plant Pot Workshop at The Craft Barn
Create your own miniature plant pots with artist and maker Kim Searle using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds. Jesmonite was named material of the year 2017, have a go and see why! It's a versatile material that will create a different pot every time - you'll learn how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create a pot unique to you. Pots can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. You will get to try a type of Jesmonite that will set by the end of the session.
The workshop will take place at The Craft Barn, a beautiful and airy space in Hadfield!
Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the workshop and if you have symptoms of covid or have been in close contact with anyone who has, let me know and I can put you onto a future workshop.
Venue details:
The room we'll be in is up a flight of stairs so is sadly not wheelchair accessible however if this is an issue let me know in advance and I'll see if we can move downstairs.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Marbling & Book Binding at Kirkstall Forge
During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.
This workshop will take place in Butlers at Kirkstall Forge. There's a train station on site and Kirkstall Forge wants to encourage sustainability, but if you'd like a parking space let me know and we can get one arranged. The cafe sadly isn't open during workshops but do feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Please don't arrive more than 10 minutes prior to the workshop unless previously discussed.
Visible Mending Workshop at the Craft House
Visible Mending highlights and celebrates the repair process. It is a sustainable way to increase the longevity of the clothes you love and own in a fun and mindful way.
In this session we will cover patching, sashiko stitching, various types of darning, as well as covering a variety of creative embroidery stitches.
You are welcome to bring any clothes that need mending, but your tutor, Kim, will have lots of fabrics on which to try out the techniques.
Cost : £30 per person - includes materials and equiptment usage
Coptic Book Binding at Eco Hub
Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of Darn It to bring you this fabulous Coptic book binding workshops. In this session you'll learn how to upcycle old hard back books into new notebooks using Coptic Book Binding techniques. Coptic book binding creates a book that folds completely flat and is perfect for sketchbooks. Coptic book binding dates back to 2nd Century AD making it one of the oldest forms of book binding.
There will be course notes for you to take home, with information on what tools you've used and where you can get all the stuff you need to bind your own books at home!
Punch Needle Taster Session at The Craft Barn
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 4 different types of fabric. Once you know what works best you'll move onto a bigger piece with a good knowledge of the technique. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
Cost: £30 per person.
The workshop will take place at The Craft Barn, a beautiful and airy space in Hadfield!
While mask wearing is a personal choice we appreciate people wearing them. Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the workshop and if you have symptoms of covid or have been in close contact with anyone who has, let me know and I can put you onto a future workshop. Hand sanitiser and disinfectant wipes will be available, class sizes are small than pre-virus so book sooner rather than later!
Venue details:
The room is up a flight of stairs so is sadly not wheelchair accessible however if this is an issue let me know in advance and I'll see if we can move downstairs.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Visible Mending at The Craft Barn
This session learn mending techniques that highlight and celebrate the repair process. We'll cover patching with various embroidery techniques, darning and sashiko stitches. Bring clothes to repair or leave with a variety of samples using our fabrics.
The workshop will take place at The Craft Barn, a beautiful and airy space in Hadfield!
Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the workshop and if you have symptoms of covid or have been in close contact with anyone who has, let me know and I can put you onto a future workshop.
Venue details:
The room we'll is up a flight of stairs so is sadly not wheelchair accessible however if this is an issue let me know in advance and I'll see if we can move downstairs.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Daft Craft Club: Shrink Plastic Jewellery
About the event
Daft Craft Club is a series at Thread Republic of different workshops for adults who see kids craft sessions and wish they could take part! They'll be fun playful and creative sessions with gluey fingers and lots of colour!
This month we'll using shrink plastic, stamps, pens and more to create hand drawn jewellery! It's really fun to watch shrink!
Skill Level: Beginner
You’ll need: Ideas on what to draw.
Led by: Kim Searle
Healthy & Safety: during the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools. Sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell, please let us know and stay home. The space has level access. However, the toilet is upstairs.
Course Conditions: the workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this, the workshop will be cancelled and you will receieve a refund. Please don’t arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop starts, unless previously discussed.
Refund Policy: your booking is secured by payment. If you choose to cancel, will will offer a refund up to 7 days before the event. However, after that no refund can be given.
Introduction to Punch Needle at a Touch of Craft
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 3 different types of fabric. You can use this whole time to practice and become a pro at the technique on different materials or you can focus on finishing one piece. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
This workshop will take place at a Touch of Craft- a new craft space in Ossett! Sadly this space is not wheelchair accessible but I do run this workshop in other more accessible spaces. Drinks are availble to purchase for £1, you're welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks too.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Daft Craft Club: Upcycled Elephants
Daft Craft Club is a series at Thread Republic of different workshops for adults who see kids craft sessions and wish they could take part! They'll be fun playful and creative sessions with gluey fingers and lots of colour!
This month we'll be turning milk bottles into elephants using tissue paper, recycled paper, pom poms, sequins, trims and more!
Skill Level: Beginner
You’ll need: Nothing!
Led by: Kim Searle
Healthy & Safety: during the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools. Sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell, please let us know and stay home. The space has level access. However, the toilet is upstairs.
Course Conditions: the workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this, the workshop will be cancelled and you will receieve a refund. Please don’t arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop starts, unless previously discussed.
Refund Policy: your booking is secured by payment. If you choose to cancel, will will offer a refund up to 7 days before the event. However, after that no refund can be given.
Macrame Plant Hangers at Eco Hub
Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of Darn It to bring you this fabulous Macrame workshops. Inthis session we'll be making our own macrame plant hangers from a variety of up-cycyled cords and recycled t-shirts. It's the perfect craft for anyone who's window ledges are overflowing with plants! You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished piece and a few instructional sheets to make more at home.
£25 pp
COVID WORKSHOP INFORMATION:
If you have any symptoms of COVID please do not attend the workshop.
The workshop and Eco Hub services will have been throughly cleaned beforehand, surfaces and equipment will be cleaned throughout the event.
There is a maximum of 6 people in the Eco Hub Workshop or 10 in our alternative workshop area (Lucy's Cabin).
Hand sanister and antibactiral wipes will be available throught the workshop should you need.
We offer a well ventilated work area.
Masks or visors are required during demonstrations or moving around the workshop, but optional whole seated at your work area.
CANCELLATIONS
If you cancel the place at least 1 month before the date of the workshop you will receive a refund less £5 admin fee, this applies to ALL cancellations.
If less than 1 month of the date, we will only be able to offer a refund if the place can be filled.
If we cancel the workshop a FULL refund will be given or an alternative date will be offered.
Punch Needle at Eco Hub
Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of Darn It to bring you this fabulous Punch Needle Workshop.
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 4 different types of fabric. Once you know what works best you'll move onto a bigger piece with a good knowledge of the technique. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
COVID WORKSHOP INFORMATION:
If you have any symptoms of COVID please do not attend the workshop.
The workshop and Eco Hub services will have been throughly cleaned beforehand, surfaces and equipment will be cleaned throughout the event.
There is a maximum of 4 people in the Eco Hub Workshop or 10 in our alternative workshop area (Lucy's Cabin).
Hand sanister and antibactiral wipes will be available throught the workshop should you need.
We offer a well ventilated work area.
Masks or visors are required during demonstrations or moving around the workshop, but optional whole seated at your work area.
CANCELLATIONS
If you cancel the place at least 1 month before the date of the workshop you will receive a refund less £5 admin fee, this applies to ALL cancellations.
If less than 1 month of the date, we will only be able to offer a refund if the place can be filled.
If we cancel the workshop a FULL refund will be given or an alternative date will be offered.
Daft Craft Club: Paper Beads
Daft Craft Club is a series at Thread Republic of different workshops for adults who see kids craft sessions and wish they could take part! They'll be fun playful and creative sessions with gluey fingers and lots of colour!
This month we'll be turning patterned paper into tactile beads!
Skill Level: Beginner
You’ll need: Nothing!
Led by: Kim Searle
Healthy & Safety: during the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools. Sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell, please let us know and stay home. The space has level access. However, the toilet is upstairs.
Course Conditions: the workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this, the workshop will be cancelled and you will receieve a refund. Please don’t arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop starts, unless previously discussed.
Refund Policy: your booking is secured by payment. If you choose to cancel, will will offer a refund up to 7 days before the event. However, after that no refund can be given.
Macrame Decorations at the Biscuit Factory
For this session make macrame decorations from a variety of cords. The perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.
Learn all the macrame knots needed to make a variety of different designs. Participants leave with finished pieces and instruction sheets to make more at home.
Suitable for ages 15+
Find out more about the workshop and artist Kim Searle here
Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.
Payment is required upon booking.Cancellations made up to 2 weeks prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund. Refunds and transfers are not possible within two weeks of the workshop date
All materials will be provided.
Macrame Jewellery at the Biscuit Factory
PLEASE NOTE: Workshop bookings are non-refundable and non-transferrable. See our full policy here.
Sunday 20 October | 1.45 - 4pm
Create your own hand knotted, braided and woven jewellery from recycled t-shirts and chunky cotton cord. You will learn how to turn t-shirts into yarn, finger knitting, fishtail braids, lark heads knots and medieval loop manipulation braids. There will be lots of embellishments to add to these and you'll learn how to finish off your pieces well.
Suitable for ages 15+
All materials will be provided.
Modern Rag Rug Techniques at Eco Hub
Rag Rugging is a technique traditionally used to turn rags into textural rags. In this open ended session you'll learn two versatile rag rug techniques that can be used to make a piece of wall art, homewares, a brooch or more. As rag rugging takes a long time to complete you may not finish your piece in the session (but if you opt to do a brooch you will do) but will go away with tools and skills to complete it. There will be a wide range of fabric scraps, recycled materials, colourful rope, buttons and other things to choose from to make your piece unique. This workshop is developed for all abilities.
Price: £25
Macrame Decorations at Eco Hub
Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of Darn It to bring you this fabulous Macrame workshops. In this session we'll be making our own macrame decorations from a variety of up-cycyled cords and recycled t-shirts. It's the perfect craft for anyone who's loves something different for their Christmas trees! You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished piece and a few instructional sheets to make more at home.
£25 pp
COVID WORKSHOP INFORMATION:
If you have any symptoms of COVID please do not attend the workshop.
The workshop and Eco Hub services will have been throughly cleaned beforehand, surfaces and equipment will be cleaned throughout the event.
There is a maximum of 6 people in the Eco Hub Workshop or 10 in our alternative workshop area (Lucy's Cabin).
Hand sanister and antibactiral wipes will be available throught the workshop should you need.
We offer a well ventilated work area.
Masks or visors are required during demonstrations or moving around the workshop, but optional whole seated at your work area.
CANCELLATIONS
If you cancel the place at least 1 month before the date of the workshop you will receive a refund less £5 admin fee, this applies to ALL cancellations.
If less than 1 month of the date, we will only be able to offer a refund if the place can be filled.
If we cancel the workshop a FULL refund will be given or an alternative date will be offered.
Macrame Plant Hangers Workshop at Kirkstall Forge
This session we'll be making our own macrame plant hangers from a variety of cords and recycled t-shirts. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home.
Suitable for over 15s.
This workshop will take place in Butlers at Kirkstall Forge. There's a train station on site and Kirkstall Forge wants to encourage sustainability, but if you'd like a parking space let me know and we can get one arranged.
Safety:
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Please don't arrive more than 10 minutes in advance unless previously discussed.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Macrame Workshop at Overbecks Garden
During this workshop, Kim will be showing you how to create your very own macrame plant hanger using a variety of cords and recycled t-shirts. It's the perfect craft for anyone whose window ledges are overflowing with plants! You will learn all the knots needed to make different designs and you will leave with one finished piece and instruction sheets on how to make more at home.
Macrame Workshop at Overbecks Garden
During this workshop, Kim will be showing you how to create your very own macrame plant hanger using a variety of cords and recycled t-shirts. It's the perfect craft for anyone whose window ledges are overflowing with plants! You will learn all the knots needed to make different designs and you will leave with one finished piece and instruction sheets on how to make more at home.
Punch Needle Taster Workshop at Lark Design Make
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 4 different types of fabric. Once you know what works best you'll move onto a bigger piece with a good knowledge of the technique. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
Workshops are hosted by Lark Design Make, (36 Dogfield Street, Cardiff, CF24 4QZ) and it is recommended that you please read their Terms & Conditions before booking. Parking can also be tricky in Cathays so please read their Contact Us page for directions and travel recommendations.
If you'd like to redeem a Lark gift voucher, please book your space here:
https://larkdesignmake.as.me/punch-needle
Ticket is for one adult. To buy multiple tickets, please adjust quantity and add to basket. You may be required to show your purchase confirmation email at the workshop.
Punch Needle Taster Workshop at Lark Design Make
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 4 different types of fabric. Once you know what works best you'll move onto a bigger piece with a good knowledge of the technique. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
Workshops are hosted by Lark Design Make, (36 Dogfield Street, Cardiff, CF24 4QZ) and it is recommended that you please read their Terms & Conditions before booking. Parking can also be tricky in Cathays so please read their Contact Us page for directions and travel recommendations.
If you'd like to redeem a Lark gift voucher, please book your space here:
https://larkdesignmake.as.me/punch-needle
Ticket is for one adult. To buy multiple tickets, please adjust quantity and add to basket. You may be required to show your purchase confirmation email at the workshop.
Mosaic Workshop at Lark Design Make
Join artist and maker Kim Searle from Darn It Workshops in this workshop where you will turn mosaic tiles, broken crockery and lots of other up-cycled pieces into your mosaic works of art.
You will be able to choose from a large choice of base shapes to work on and learn the best adhesives to use of each one.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll be given a bag of grout to take home to finish your pieces at a later date – a demo will be done to show you what to do.
Mosaic Workshop at Lark Design Make
Join artist and maker Kim Searle from Darn It Workshops in this workshop where you will turn mosaic tiles, broken crockery and lots of other up-cycled pieces into your mosaic works of art.
You will be able to choose from a large choice of base shapes to work on and learn the best adhesives to use of each one.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll be given a bag of grout to take home to finish your pieces at a later date – a demo will be done to show you what to do.
Terrazzo Jesmonite Coasters at the Craft House
Create your own on trend terrazzo coasters using jesmonite and your choice of colours. We'll go through how to make your own terrazzo chips, how to use recycled ones and how to mix and pour jesmonite perfectly. We'll cover how to sand and seal them too so they go away shining. You'll leave with a few finished coasters and the option to make some small pots too.
Jesmonite Plant Pots at the Craft House
Create your own miniature plant pots with artist and maker Kim Searle (as seen on Kirstie's Handmade Christmas!) using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds. Jesmonite is a versatile material that will create a different pot every time - you'll learn how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create a pot unique to you. Pots can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. You will get to try a type of Jesmonite that will set by the end of the session as well as another type that will set the next day and has a much more organic look. There will be a variety of plant cuttings that you can add to your new set pots!
Skill Level: Suitable for beginners.
Cost: £35 per person.
Macrame Wall Hangings at the Craft House
This session we'll be making our own macrame wall hangings from a variety of colourful cotton cords. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to.
Make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished piece and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. You'll have a choice of different patterns to do on the day.
Skill Level:
Beginners and upwards.
Cost:
£30 per person - includes materials and equipment used
Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop at the Craft House
This session we'll be making our own macrame plant hangers from a variety of colourful cotton cords. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to.
Make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished piece and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. You'll have a choice of different patterns to do on the day.
Skill Level:
Beginners and upwards.
Cost:
£30 per person - includes materials and equipment used
Bargello at a Touch of Craft
Bargello is a type of needlepoint embroidery consisting of upright flat stitches laid in a mathematical pattern to create motifs. The name originates from a series of chairs found in the Bargello palace in Florence, which have a "flame stitch" pattern.
Traditionally, Bargello was stitched in wool on canvas. Embroidery done this way is remarkably durable. It is well suited for use on pillows, upholstery and even carpets, but not for clothing. In most traditional pieces, all stitches are vertical with stitches going over two or more threads.
Traditional designs are very colourful, and use many hues of one colour, which produces intricate shading effects. The patterns are naturally geometric, but can also resemble very stylised flowers or fruits. Bargello is considered particularly challenging, as it requires very precise counting of squares for the mathematical pattern connected with the various motifs to accurately execute designs.
This workshop will take place at a Touch of Craft- a new craft space in Ossett! Sadly this space is not wheelchair accessible but I do run this workshop in other more accessible spaces.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Poured Candle Making Workshop at the Craft House
Join artist and maker Kim Searle to create your own poured candles* using soy wax, essential oilsand scents, decoration, jam jars, vintage tea cups and more. All materials used in this workshop are vegan-friendly!
(*note: candles take 24-48 hours to fully set, so you'll leave your candles here at the end of the session and call back to collect them).
Cost: £30 per person - includes all materials and equipment.
Skill level: suitable for beginners.
Daft Craft Club: Make a Hot Air Balloon
Daft Craft Club is a series at Thread Republic where we'll have different workshops for adults who see kids craft sessions and wish you could take part! They'll be fun playful and creative sessions with gluey fingers and lots of colour!
This month we'll be turning paper lampshades into hot air balloons using tissue paper, recycled paper, pom poms, sequins, trims and more!
Sewing Skill Level: Beginner
You’ll need: Nothing!
Led by: Kim Searle
Healthy & Safety: during the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools. Sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell please let us know and stay home.
Course conditions:the workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given. Please don’t arrive more than 10 minutes before the workshop starts, unless previously discussed.
Rag Wreath Workshop at the Navigation Inn
In this mindful and fun workshop you'll get to make your own unique rag wreath . There will be a wide range of fabric scraps, recycled materials, colourful rope, buttons and other things to choose from to make your piece unique.
Cost: £30 per person and includes a welcome drink.
During the workshop everyone will have their own materials and tools and sanitiser and disinfectant will be available. If you feel unwell please let us know and stay home.
The workshop will take place at The Navigation Inn, a wonderful canal side cosy village pub in Barrow-upon-Soar (Loughborough).
More details: https://www.facebook.com/thenavigationbarrow
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
Kumihimo Braiding at the Stitch Festival
233 - KUMIHIMO BRAIDING JAPANESE STYLE
Sun 24 Mar 2024 at 13.00
Code: 233
Length: 90 mins
End Time: 14:30
Room: Room 8
Class Type: General Session
Category: Mixed Crafts
Level: Beginner
Description: Create your own braided jewellery using this addictive Japanese braiding technique. It’s incredibly relaxing and creates hollow braids that we’ll finish off with jewellery findings. You’ll have a choice of different colours, textures and thicknesses of cord to suit your style. Suitable for beginners new to this technique.
Tutor Name: Kim Searle, Darn It Workshops
Upcycled T-Shirt Jewellery at the Stitch Festival
207 - WOVEN UPCYCLED JEWELLERY
Sun 24 Mar 2024 at 9.30
Code: 207
Length: 1 hr
End Time: 10:30
Room: Room 7
Class Type: Early Morning
Category: Mixed Crafts
Level: Beginner
Description: Learn how to upcycle t-shirts into braided, woven and knotted chunky statement jewellery! You’ll learn how to turn a t-shirt into t-shirt yarn, what t-shirts work best and how to incorporate other elements to make them unique to you. This covers macrame, braiding, knotting and twisting techniques, as well as how to finish them off well. Suitable for beginners, new to the subject. NB: This is an Early Morning class that starts before the show opens, so when finished you will be in the venue and avoid queuing!
Tutor Name: Kim Searle, Darn It Workshops
Macrame Keyrings at the Stitch Festival
134 - MACRAME KEY RINGS
Fri 22 Mar 2024 at 16.30
Code: 134
Length: 1 hr
End Time: 17:30
Room: Room 8
Class Type: General Session
Category: Mixed Crafts
Level: Beginner
Description: Learn a variety of different macrame techniques and leave with a range of keyrings in your own choice of colours. These macrame techniques can be applied to different macrame projects and it’s a great place to start. Suitable for beginners, new to macrame.
Tutor Name: Kim Searle, Darn It Workshops
Punch Needle at the Creative Craft Show, Birmingham
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Experiment with four different types of punch needle tool and three different types of fabric. You’ll leave with all the skills you need to punch like a pro and troubleshoot your own punch needle projects.
Advisory Note:
Suitable for beginners and all ages over 12+; children under 16, must have adult supervision.
Rag Rugging at the Creative Craft Show, Birmingham
Rag Rugging is a technique traditionally used to turn rags into textural rags. In this open ended session you’ll learn two versatile rag rug techniques that can be used to make a piece of wall art, homewares, a brooch or more. As rag rugging takes a long time to complete you may not finish your piece in the session, but will go away with tools and skills to complete it at home.
Advisory Note:
Suitable for beginners and all ages over 12+; children under 16, must have adult supervision.
Meet the Tutor
Punch Needle at the Creative Craft Show, Birmingham
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Experiment with four different types of punch needle tool and three different types of fabric. You’ll leave with all the skills you need to punch like a pro and troubleshoot your own punch needle projects.
Advisory Note:
Suitable for beginners and all ages over 12+; children under 16, must have adult supervision.
Rag Rugging at the Creative Craft Show, Birmingham
Rag Rugging is a technique traditionally used to turn rags into textural rags. In this open ended session you’ll learn two versatile rag rug techniques that can be used to make a piece of wall art, homewares, a brooch or more. As rag rugging takes a long time to complete you may not finish your piece in the session, but will go away with tools and skills to complete it at home.
Advisory Note:
Suitable for beginners and all ages over 12+; children under 16, must have adult supervision.
Meet the Tutor
Introduction to Punch Needle at a Touch of Craft
Create your own punch needle artwork using a wide variety of different colours and textures. Start with a practice with four different types of punch needle tool and 3 different types of fabric. You can use this whole time to practice and become a pro at the technique on different materials or you can focus on finishing one piece. If you've caught the bug and can't wait to keep going there'll be a variety of tools available to buy so you can keep going at home.
This workshop will take place at a Touch of Craft- a new craft space in Ossett! Sadly this space is not wheelchair accessible but I do run this workshop in other more accessible spaces. Drinks are availble to purchase for £1, you're welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks too.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Poured Candle Making Workshop at the Craft House
Join artist and maker Kim Searle to create your own poured candles* using soy wax, essential oilsand scents, decoration, jam jars, vintage tea cups and more. All materials used in this workshop are vegan-friendly!
(*note: candles take 24-48 hours to fully set, so you'll leave your candles here at the end of the session and call back to collect them).
Cost: £30 per person - includes all materials and equipment.
Skill level: suitable for beginners.
Lino Printing Taster Workshop at the Craft House
Join craft expert Kim Searle for a fun but informative workshop session, exploring the art of lino printing. Working under Kim's supervision you will learn hwo to handle lino printing tools, how to create an effective design, how to load ink onto your lino and how to produce clear prints.
Skill level: Suitable for beginners as well as those looking for a refresher.
Cost: £30 per person, includes all materials and equipment used
Lino Printing Taster Workshop at the Craft House
Join craft expert Kim Searle for a fun but informative workshop session, exploring the art of lino printing. Working under Kim's supervision you will learn hwo to handle lino printing tools, how to create an effective design, how to load ink onto your lino and how to produce clear prints.
Skill level: Suitable for beginners as well as those looking for a refresher.
Cost: £30 per person, includes all materials and equipment used
Jesmonite Plant Pot Workshop at Kirkstall Forge
Create your own miniature plant pots with artist and maker Kim Searle using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds. Jesmonite was named material of the year 2017, have a go and see why! It's a versatile material that will create a different pot every time - you'll learn how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create a pot unique to you. Pots can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. You will get to try a type of Jesmonite that will set by the end of the session as well as another type that will set the next day and has a much more organic look. There will be a variety of plant cuttings that you can add to your new set pots!
This workshop will take place in Butlers at Kirkstall Forge. There's a train station on site and Kirkstall Forge wants to encourage sustainability, but if you'd like a parking space let me know and we can get one arranged.
Course conditions:
The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.
There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. While masks are a personal choice wearing them is appreciated and recommended for working with jesmonite. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.
Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the workshop.
Macrame Plant Hangers at Duttons, Ilkley
Make your own macramé plant hangers or mini wall hanging from a variety of cords and recycled t-shirts.
It’s the perfect craft for anyone whose window ledges are overflowing with plants!
You’ll learn all the macramé knots you’ll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one finished piece and a few instruction sheets to make more at home.
Taught by designer/maker Kim Searle.
Suitable for beginners, age 16+
Classes are individually priced & include the tools to use in class and all materials, unless otherwise indicated. Each participant also receives a 10% off voucher to spend in the shop.
Access notice: there are two steps up into our building at 3 Church Street, Ilkley LS29 9DR. We sincerely apologise if this prevents anyone attending our workshops.
Terms and Conditions apply, please see here for details.