This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.

Skill Level: Beginner

You’ll need: Nothing!

Materials included: Macrame cords, rings, beads

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.

Create a unique retro snow globe using small objects, illustrations and glitter.

Create a unique retro snow globe using small objects, illustrations and glitter. This fun and informative workshop is a perfect way to get into the festive mood. Create tiny scenes in jar jars that inspire wonder!

All materials and equipment provided

Sewing Skill Level: Beginner

Materials included: Jars, tiny people, glitter, fake snow and more!

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.

Join Kim Searle and make your own beautiful Macrame Decorations for the tree, or to hang off of the fireplace or in your window.

In this one off workshop, you will learn the skill of macrame, with Kim’s fantastic tips and tricks for creating up to 3 stunning pieces in just 3 hours!

We have 2 ticket types, if you bring a friend, you both save £5! If you’d prefer to come alone and meet some like minded people, these would make beautiful presents to gift to your friends this Christmas :)

1 ticket = £45

2 tickets = £80

This workshop is perfect for anyone who likes to send their Christmas cards out early with a personal touch. Of course you can do non-festive prints if you like as well. In this session you will learn how to cut lino perfectly with a variety of techniques and how to print it like a pro. There will be lots of images to inspire and work from. If there's a specific image you'd like to work from bring it along. There will be a variety of different coloured inks and cards, tags and paper to print onto.

The workshop costs £25, £22 low wage/NHS

Come with ideas of imagery you'd like to print!

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. Please don't arrive more than 10 minutes prior to the workshops unless previously discussed.

This session we'll be making our own macrame decorations from a variety of cords. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home.

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.

Master a range of macramé knots whilst crafting this gorgeous festive wall hanging in a colour to suit your festive taste – neutral, green or red. Enjoy sociable crafting over a warming mug of hot chocolate and a slice of delicious fruit cake (please let us know of any allergies when booking).

Taught by knotter extraordinaire, Kim Searle of DarnIt Workshops.

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 online.

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.

Enjoy good company and festive crafting whilst you learn how to make oh-so-chic macramé decorations to dress your tree or wreath. There are a number of designs to choose from and plenty of time to learn all the knots you did to make more at home.

Access notice: there are two steps up into our building at 3 Church Street, Ilkley LS29 9DR. We sincerely apologise if this prevents anyone from attending our workshops.

*please let us know at least 7 days before if you have any food allergies or preferences.

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.

Cost: £25 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. Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the workshop is due to start.

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.

This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.

This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.

We are delighted to host our ‘Kirkstall Forge Christmas’ community event to kick off the festive season at Kirkstall Forge on Thursday 1st December.

Activities will include:

• Christmas shopping at the variety of stalls with local independent traders selling the perfect gifts for yourself and loved ones.

• Delicious festive food and drinks from Butler’s and Horsforth Brewery.

• Live music from the ‘Thorney Roses’, local female harmony trio.

• Carols from Hawksworth Wood Primary School.

• Complimentary bookable workshops from local florist Green & Field to create your own festive terrarium bauble (limited availability).

• Charity raffle with amazing prizes.

• Lighting of the giant Christmas tree.

If you have any questions or would like to book a slot at a workshop please contact life@kirkstallforge.com

Learn all the skills you need to create your own hand printed festive cards, tags and more. There will be lots of examples and imagery to inspire and you'll learn about different types of lino, tools and inks.

Sewing Skill Level: Beginner

You’ll need: Ideas of things to print

Materials included: Lino block, card blanks, paper, ink

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.

This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.

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 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, social distancing in place and spaces will be limited. While masks are not a legal requirement, I would encourage people to continue to move them when moving around unless medically exempt. 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.

We are so excited to welcome back Kim Searle from Darn it Workshops to run this class

In this workshop you will learn how to transfer your festive design ready for printing, while learning lots of tips and tricks from Kim about how to safely cut your design to produce your own series of cards for this wonderful time of year.

Sending your own unique festive cards is so personal and people really appreciate being sent them, especially in an era which is slowly being eroded away by social media.

All materials included.

Refreshments provided

This session we'll be making our own macrame decorations from a variety of cords. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home.

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.

This session we'll be making our own macrame decorations from a variety of cords. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more 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.

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 not a legal requirement, I would encourage people to continue to move them when moving around unless medically exempt. 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.

This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.

This session we'll be making our own festive macrame decorations from a variety of cords in different sizes. It's the perfect craft for anyone who likes to make their own decorations and learn new craft techniques.

You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to make a variety of different designs and you should leave with a few finished pieces and a few instructional sheets to make more at home. The techniques learnt in this session will work for much bigger macrame pieces too.