In this workshop we 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.

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 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.

There will be hand sanitiser available, social distancing in place and spaces will be limited. While masks are a personal choice, people wearing them is appreciated. 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.

Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of  Darn It to bring you this fabulous Paper String Art Workshop.

Create your own hand embroidered cards using geometric shapes and patterns.  This mindful technique creates bold, textured cards that are each unique.  There will be a large range of patterns provided but feel free to bring along your own ideas too.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sewing Skill Level: Beginner

You’ll need: Ideas of things to print

Materials included: Coffee sacks, recycled materials, cotton cord

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. From November we’ll be running a program of workshops, drop in, activities and more alongside a textile scrap store.

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

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

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

Create your own poured candles using all natural soy wax, essential oils and scents, decoration, jam jars, vintage tea cups and more. You'll learn how to blend essential oils to create a harmonious blend that's tailored to you. All materials used in this workshop are vegan friendly.

Please note that candles work best if left in the same place for at least 24 hours to set and are best picked up the next day.

Course level: Beginner

Artist bio:

Kim graduated from the University of Huddersfield BA Textile Crafts course in 2012 after specialising in Printmaking with an emphasis on creative work within communities. Since leaving university she’s worked on various projects with a common vein of passing on creative skills and using creativity as a way to build community, support positive mental health and bring people a lot of joy.

She works under the name Darn It! Workshops, primarily delivering creative workshops across the country in galleries, community groups, festivals, events, creative spaces and more. She recognises that everyone learns differently and adapts teaching styles to the individual, tries to only work with venues that are accessible, offers low income options and strongly believes in the benefits of creativity for mental health.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable.

If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

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

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.

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.

Create your own coasters 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!

Suitable for ages 15+

Hosted by: Kim Searle - Darn It! Workshops

About the artist:

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.

All materials will be provided.

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.

About

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. 

Suitable for ages 15+

Hosted by: Kim Searle - Darn It! Workshops

About the artist:

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.

All materials will be provided.

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. 

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.

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. Sadly the cafe will not be open, but you’re welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks.

Safety:

There will be hand sanitiser available, social distancing in place 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.

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 is due to start unless previously arranged.

Create your own coasters 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. It is advised to bring an apron/large shirt if you want to keep your clothes clean - Jesmonite washes out in the washing machine but it can be a messy process Because Jesmonite is quick to set, you will be able to take your creations home with you at the end of the workshop. Sunday 13 October 2024 10am - 12.30pm with Kim Searle This workshop takes place at: North Yorks Art School 2-4 South Street Scarborough YO11 2BP Includes all materials and refreshments.

Join Kim Searle for a wonderful taster workshop, exploring the popular art of Macramé. Kim will guide you through different techniques and patterns, helping you to work towards a small finished project of a plant hanger. This is a great craft to continue at home once you have mastered the basics. Saturday 12 October 2024 10am - 12.30pm with Kim Searle This workshop takes place at: North Yorks Art School 2-4 South Street Scarborough YO11 2BP Includes all materials. Refreshments included.

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 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. While masks are not a legal requirement, you are welcome to wear them. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this session we’ll be making coasters, bowls, placemats and decorations using a coiled technique on a sewing machine. We’ll start with the same cotton cord and customise it with colourful thread, fabric and shapes that are unique to use. This technique can be fiddly at the start but quickly becomes great fun and a quick way to produce a finished piece.

Basic sewing machine knowledge needed.

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.

In this session we’ll be making coasters, bowls, placemats and decorations using a coiled technique on a sewing machine. We’ll start with the same cotton cord and customise it with colourful thread, fabric and shapes that are unique to use. This technique can be fiddly at the start but quickly becomes great fun and a quick way to produce a finished piece.

Basic sewing machine knowledge needed.

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.

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.

Rag Rugging is a technique traditionally used to turn rags into textural rugs.

In this open ended session you’ll learn two versatile rag rug techniques that can be used to create wall art, homewares, brooches and more! 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.

As rag rugging takes a long time to complete you may not finish your piece in the session (unless you’re creating a brooch) but will go away with skills to complete it.

All materials included.

Course Level: Beginner

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.

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.

Kumihimo braiding is a really absorbing and addictive form of braiding with a wide range of coloured cords. It's an ancient Japanese craft used throughout Japanese history, inluding to hold samurai swords, for clothing and homewares. Easy to grasp and lots of fun, it's like French Knitting for adults. By the end of the session you should have at least one professional looking finished bracelet.

Skill level: Suitable for beginners

You’ll need: Nothing! All tools and materials will be provided.

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.