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Jesmonite Decorations at the Biscuit Factory
Join Kim from Darn It! Workshops, to create your very own christmas decorations made of Jesmonite!
Jesmonite was named material of the year 2017, have a go and see why. It’s a versatile material that will create a different decoration every time. In this session, you’ll learn how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create a pot unique to you.
Decorations can be made with pale pastels or vibrant colours, block colours or fantastic marbled effects. You’ll get to experiment with terrazzo chips too!
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.
Kumihimo Braiding at the Craft House
Join artist and maker Kim Searle to learn the Japanese art of Kumihimo braiding and create your own unique bracelet.
About this event
Kumihimo braiding is a really absorbing and addictive form of braiding with a wide range of coloured cords. Easy to grasp and lots of fun, it's like French Knitting for adults. Originating in Japan, this ancient craft has been used to secure samurai armour, clothing, homewares and more. By the end of the session you should have at least one professional looking finished bracelet.
Cost
£25 per person - includes materials used
Kumihimo Braiding at the Craft House
Join artist and maker Kim Searle to learn the Japanese art of Kumihimo braiding and create your own unique bracelet.
About this event
Kumihimo braiding is a really absorbing and addictive form of braiding with a wide range of coloured cords. Easy to grasp and lots of fun, it's like French Knitting for adults. Originating in Japan, this ancient craft has been used to secure samurai armour, clothing, homewares and more. By the end of the session you should have at least one professional looking finished bracelet.
Cost
£25 per person - includes materials used
Upcycled Jewellery at the Craft House
In this workshop you'll learn how to upcycle a T-shirt into a really versatile yarn. You'll then learn how to transform this into chunky statement jewellery. Learn a variety of braiding, macrame and weaving techniques and how to finish the pieces off professionally. Alongside making your own t-shirt yarn there'll be lots of readymade t-shirt yarn to choose from as well as recycled chunky cotton cords.
Cost
£25 per person - includes materials used