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Festive Mosaic at the Biscuit Factory
Dec
7

Festive Mosaic at the Biscuit Factory

In this workshop turn mosaic tiles, broken crockery and lots of other up-cycled pieces into mosaic works of art. Choose from a large selection of base shapes to work on and learn the best adhesives to use of each one. At the end of the workshop, participants will be given a bag of grout to take home to complete your pieces if needed.

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.

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Festive Mosaic at the Biscuit Factory
Dec
7

Festive Mosaic at the Biscuit Factory

In this workshop turn mosaic tiles, broken crockery and lots of other up-cycled pieces into mosaic works of art. Choose from a large selection of base shapes to work on and learn the best adhesives to use of each one. At the end of the workshop, participants will be given a bag of grout to take home to complete your pieces if needed.

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.

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Jesmonite Decorations at the Biscuit Factory
Dec
7

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!

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Jesmonite Coaster Making  at the Biscuit Factory
Oct
19

Jesmonite Coaster Making at the Biscuit Factory

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.

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Jesmonite Jewellery Making at the Biscuit Factory
Oct
19

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.

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Jesmonite Plant Pots at the Biscuit Factory
Oct
18

Jesmonite Plant Pots at the Biscuit Factory

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.

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Sting Art Workshop at the Biscuit Factory
May
5

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+

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Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
May
5

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.

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Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
May
3

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.

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Marbling and Book Binding at the Biscuit Factory
May
3

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.

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Candle Making at the Biscuit Factory
May
28

Candle Making at the Biscuit Factory

About: Create your own poured candles using all natural soy wax, essential oils and scents. You’ll have a choice of containers including apothecary jars, 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.  There will be a wide range of essential oils to choose from and we'll cover the basics of aromatherapy blending.  It's best to leave candles for 24 hours and collect them later for them to set properly.

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.

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