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Exhibitions
FORMING WORDS
12/06 - 22/08
Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
FREE
A touring exhibition from Flow Gallery London, this beautiful exhibition features the work of nineteen
leading international makers each exploring how text can inspire form and structure.
CELEBRATE CRAFT EXHIBITION
07/08/ - 14/08
The Social Gallery, Derry~Londonderry
FREE
Gasyard Development Trust & Bluebell Arts Project invite you to an exhibition showcasing the work of The Craft
Circle & Keep Her Knit. The works on display will be a mix of knitted homeware products and framed textile prints.
09.30am - 5.00pm www.roevalleyarts.com, 028 7776 0650
LAUNCH: 07/08 7pm - 9pm
18/07 - 15/08
R-Space Gallery, Lisburn
Exhibition celebrating collaborative craft and design practice based on the past,
current and future landscape of Irish linen.
FROM THE FESTIVAL OF BRITAIN TO 10 DOWNING STREET
FREE
Space CRAFT, Belfast
As 2015 has been designated ‘Irish Year of Design’, the Craft & Design Collective
presents an exhibition that explores the relationship between Craft and Design.
Tues - Sat 11am - 5pm www.rspacelisburn.com, 028 9266 3179
30/07 - 28/08
DIDDLEY BOWS AT THE DIRTY ONION Dirty Onion Bar, Belfast
Andrew Cooke, maker of unusual ceramic instruments and strange things,
will be exhibiting his new range of Diddley Bow slide guitars.
FREE
31/07 - 23/09
FREE
Sara Flynn’s work is concerned with a love of the process of throwing, an on-going relationship with porcelain
and a fascination with the theme of the vessel, in both literal and abstracted interpretations.
15th August, 2pm-3pm.
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Fri 14/08 1pm - 5.30pm; Sat 15/08 & Sun 16/08 10.30am - 5.30pm
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward www.craftanddesigncollective.com, 028 4488 1204
TAILORED
21/08 - 19/09
Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre, Armagh
FREE
Maria Cárdenas is a third generation tailor originally from Colombia who has exhibited her designs across
the world. Maria’s designs have a subtle, wearable, crafted look, and are based on well defined shapes.
31/07 - 29/08
FREE
09am-5pm www.marketplacearmagh.com, 028 3752 1821
www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 9182 6846
OCEAN: REFLECTIONS ON THE CREATIVE PROCESS
CRAFT FEST 2015 - IN THE HOUSE
14/08 - 16/08
Castle Ward
NATIONAL TRUST ADMISSION FEE (FREE FOR MEMBERS)
Work by selected makers and inspired by Castle Ward will be displayed ‘In The House’
of this stunning and unique 18th century mansion famed for its mixture of architectural styles
Open 3 Weekends: 15-16; 22-23 & 29-31 August
www.sharonadams.co.uk/byre, 07779 080 722
10am-5pm, Monday to Saturday www.millenniumcourt.org
The Space Gallery, Newtownards
As part of Ards Crafts’ annual Meet the Maker event, this exhibition of sculptural
work by ceramicist Sharon Regan explores the human condition.
10am - 5pm Mon - Sat. 1pm - 5pm Sun www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 4272 988
01/08 - 29/08
FREE
A BOTANICAL REFLECTION03/08-28/09
Linen Hall Library, Belfast
FREE
Inspired by the historical and motivated by the modern, Aisling Smyth mixes fresh graphic
visuals with traditional needlework aesthetics to create unique embroidery designs.
09.30am - 5.30pm www.linenhall.com, 028 9032 1707
FELT FORMS
Longacre Studio, Kircubbin An exhibition of practical and decorative felt works by Textile Designer Dympna
Curran at her home in the quiet countryside of the Ards Peninsula.
10am - 3pm
03/08 - 08/08
MINI CREATIVE PENINSULA EXHIBITION
North Down Museum, Bangor
The Long Gallery at North Down Museum plays host to a small select exhibition of works by
some of the finest Visual Artists and Makers from the Ards and North Down Borough.
04/08 - 06/09
FREE
FREE
04/08 - 31/08
FREE
Follow us on social media during August Craft Month 2015 for the opportunity
to win a unique, maker-designed bag in our FIND IT FRIDAY campaign!
All aspects of events are the sole responsibility of
the organiser. We advise you to contact the venue /
organiser in advance of booking.
Throughout August
THE BUTTERMARKET CRAFT & DESIGN CENTRE
Enniskillen
FREE
Take a walk around the studios, galleries, shops and cafe of the Buttermarket
Courtyard, one of Ireland’s premier craft centres.
Mon to Sat throughout August (and all year round) from 10am to 5pm
9b The Fountain Centre, Belfast
Space CRAFT is a Shop, Gallery and Exhibition Area owned and managed by the
Craft & Design Collective – a non-profit-taking social economy enterprise.
Space CRAFT provides you with the opportunity to indulge in some retail therapy
whilst supporting local Artists/Designer/Makers. Be Original, Buy Original!
Opening Hours Monday to Saturday, 10.30am to 5.30pm
www.craftanddesigncollective.com, 028 9032 9342
Metal Clay NI workshop, Dromara£40
An introduction to silver metal clay by appointment, Fridays to Mondays.
One-to-one, or up to a maximum of four people.
10am - 5pm (workshops last approx. 3hrs)
[email protected], 07736 062 628
SAMANTHA MOORE SILVERSMITH WORKSHOPS
www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com, 028 2076 2024
STRANGLEHOLD
05/08 - 31/08
FRAMEWERK, Belfast
FREE
FRAMEWERK presents an exhibition incorporating artists from the world of ceramics and textiles.
LAUNCH 05/08, 6pm - 9pm, Mon - Sat 10.30am - 5.30pm
www.framewerkbelfast.com, 07931 655 155
IN THE MAKING
06/08 - 05/09
Higher Bridges Gallery, Enniskillen
FREE
Fermanagh County Museum presents a fresh look at traditional art forms and their influence on contemporary
makers. Works from the collection highlight century-old skills, juxtaposed alongside contemporary responses.
Tues - Fri 10am - 4pm; Sat 11am - 3pm
HISTORY REPEATING
Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick
History Repeating is a joint exhibition by Rebecca Killen and Áine McKenna, making reference
to common themes embedded in both makers’ work as they explore the notion of multiples and
industrial processes. Meet the Makers Demonstration Days: 08/08 & 22/08 3pm - 5pm
For full listings guide and how to
book visit us online at
www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth
SILVER METAL CLAY JEWELLERY WORKSHOPS
Mon - Sat 10am - 4.30pm, Sun 12pm - 4.30pm
Craft NI’s signpost to places in Northern Ireland where visitors and locals alike
can visit, experience and buy the best of Northern Ireland craft.
YOU CAN FIND IT ON YOUR MOBILE!
WIN £25 TO SPEND AT A CRAFT MAP LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE!
Tell us what you think of ACM 15!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/H7M5S3Z
Colin McKeown
SPACE CRAFT
www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973
www.craftni.org/craftmap
Alan Kane
Rebecca Mairs
Project Officer
Orla McGrady
Finance & Project Officer
Sharyn McMaster
Project Support Officer
Olive Broderick
Web Content &
E-Comms Services
LAUNCH: 31/07 7pm - 8.30pm
Opening Hours daily 10am - 5.30pm except Sunday www.struleartscentre.co.uk, 028 8224 7831
Demonstration Day on Saturday 15/08 from 10am - 4pm.
TEXTILE ART EXHIBITION
Exhibition Port na Gree House, Ballycastle
Textile artist Eíbhlín McCarry makes contemporary works in batik, hand embroidery, machine
stitch, mixed media and felt, both landscape and abstract, including large works.
Mon - Fri 9.30am -7pm; Sat 10am - 5pm; Sun 1pm -5pm
Experience the best that craft has
to offer this year.
August Craft Month is a major event in the
craft calendar nationally and it is great to
see so many excellent events and workshops
promoting the work of designer-makers in this
year of Irish Design.
Craft NI staff team:
Opening Hours 10am-5.30pm www.thesteensons.com, 028 9024 8269
Strule Arts Centre, Omagh
Omagh Craft Collective will be showcasing their crafts in Strule Arts Centre’s Gallery.
The sector is vibrant, exciting and innovative. I
would encourage you to embrace the events on
offer and help make this year the most successful
ever. More detailed information on all the events
can be found on our website and social media
platforms. All the relevant addresses are listed in
the guide.
Irish Design 2015 is an all-Ireland initiative
intended to promote the work of designers
across a broad range of design disciplines.
Traditional and contemporary craft is a
major component of the year, with a range of
events being organised both nationally and at
international design capitals.
Regional Coordinator
EXHIBITION AND TALKS AT THE STEENSONS
01/08 - 31/08
The Steensons, Belfast FREE
A guided talk (approx. 20 mins) around the displays with one of our talented goldsmiths. Everyone visiting our
store during August will have the chance to win a beautiful piece of hand-crafted Steensons jewellery.
For full listings guide & how to book visit us online at
www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth
Welcome to the ninth year of August Craft Month:
our annual celebration of contemporary craft in
Northern Ireland. This is our most comprehensive
listings guide ever with over 130 events throughout
Northern Ireland, including exhibitions, workshops,
demonstrations, talks, seminars, craft fairs, retail
opportunities and much more.
Chief Executive
31/07 - 29/08
The Loft Gallery, Portaferry FREE
A collection of drawings, sketches and printing proofs inspired by the collaboration between Seacourt, the
Centre for Contemporary Printmaking, and Queens University Marine Laboratory (QML).
OMAGH CRAFT COLLECTIVE EXHIBITION
FREE
FIVE ARTISTS SHOW IN A BYRE 15/08 - 31/08
The Byre, Ballymena
FREE
An exhibition of contemporary local art/craft by Sharon Adams, Alice Clark, Katy English, Noel McCullough and
Rory Shearer. Original one-off pieces of sculpture, furniture, ceramics and drawing. Selection of retail items.
Launch Event: 15/08 2pm - 4pm, 11am to 5pm, or by arrangement.
MAKING IT: 10
Craft NI presents making it: 10, a celebration of 10 years of the making it programme featuring work by
some of Northern Ireland’s most talented contemporary craft designer-makers. Craft NI is delighted to
produce this exhibition in partnership with the Millennium Court Arts Centre, Portadown.
OUTSIDE OF US
14/08 - 18/09
LAUNCH: 13/08, 6.30pm
12pm - 9pm (Exhibition open to visitors during Dirty Onion opening times)
Special Closing Jam Session on Friday 18/09
ONTOGENY
ARTIST’S TALK - SARA FLYNN
welcome
LAUNCH; 06/08 6pm - 8pm
Mon to Sat, 10.30am to 5.30pm www.craftanddesigncollective.com,028 9032 9342
10am - 4pm www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 9181 0803
AUGUST CRAFT MONTH LAUNCH EVENT 30th JULY, 7pm
Millennium Court Arts Centre, Portadown FREE
07/08- 29/08
FREE
LAUNCH 06/08, 7pm 9.30am - 4.30pm www.downartscentre.com, 028 4461 0747
TELLING TALES
07/08- 29/08
Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart
FREE
Ann-Marie Robinson and Claire Gordon, one a ceramicist who makes highly individual hand built, hand
decorated pots, the other an inspired textile artist “telling Grimm tales”. A remarkable show not to be missed!
09am - 5pm, 028 7083 1400
Dunmurry, Belfast
Design & make your own wedding ring.
£250 (materials included)
Open workshop by appointment throughout August
www.samanthamooresilversmith.com, 07840 033921
STUDIO E OPEN STUDIOS
Studio E, Newtownards FREE
Studio E will be open to the public every Tues & Wed during August from 10am4pm (or by appointment). An opportunity to meet with the artists in residence.
Also come to our ABC (Art, Browse, Chat) Evenings from 7pm on the last
Friday of every month. www.studioeartiststudios.com, 07791 574 691
GOLDSMITHS AT WORK
The Steensons, Glenarm FREE
Watch our goldsmiths at work hand-crafting unique designs in silver and gold
whilst browsing our retail area for a truly special gift.
Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm
www.facebook.com/Steensons, 028 2884 1445
ISLAND OF MAKERY
Kiln & Loom, Belfast
FREE
Visitors will enjoy a retail-led craft experience with a shameless focus on
purchasing craft made here on our Island of Makery. Handmade work will inspire
and excite and you will be unlikely to leave empty handed.
01/08 - 29/08
8.30am - 5.30pm 028 9064 3382, www.facebook.com/kilnandloom
Craft Fest, Castle Ward
PRINCIPAL CREATIVE PENINSULA EXHIBITION
Ards Arts Centre, Newtwonards
Ards Arts Centre plays host to the principal Creative Peninsula Exhibition featuring exclusive
works by the finest Visual Artists and Makers from the Ards and North Down Borough.
07/08 - 29/08
Cecilia Levy, Forming Words Exhibition
at Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre
LINEN FUTURES
Festivals
& Events
Workshops
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CREATIVE PENINSULA 31/07 - 09/08
Locations throughout the Ards and North Down Borough
Join local Artists and Makers in a week-long celebration of creativity at various locations and venues throughout
North Down and the Ards Peninsula.
10pm - 6pm www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk,028 9182 6846
31/07
CRAFT IN THE SQUARE Conway Square, Newtownards
FREE
Craft in the Square is a free open air tented village featuring a host of local Makers and Artists, showcasing and
selling their work, giving demonstrations and chatting about what inspires them to be creative. 10am - 6pm www.
01/08 - 09/08
OPEN STUDIOS Various Studios
Studios may be open only on specific days, times or by appointment. www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 9182 6846
FREE
01/08 - 09/08 CREATIVE PENINSULA WORKSHOPS Various Venues
Prices Vary
The Creative Peninsula Workshop Programme is a series of engaging and interactive workshops designed to
explore the processes used to create unique pieces of craft and art.
Visit the event website for details of all workshops
01/08
CREATIVE COACH TOUR 1
Newtownards, Donaghadee & the Ards Peninsula
£20 (includes a light lunch and demonstrations)
CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS 05/08 - 26/08
Various Locations
Prices vary
A series of informative seminars covering business and professional development themes, delivered by industry
experts and designed to ‘get you thinking’! For Makers and Artists based in the Ards and North Down Borough
Council area.
07/08
CREATIVE COACH TOUR 2
Newtownards, Comber, Bangor & the Ards Peninsula £20 (includes light lunch and demonstrations)
10am-5pm www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 9182 6846
08/08
CRAFT AT THE HUB The Hub, Project 24, Bangor
FREE
The Hub plays host to a free open air tented village featuring Makers and Artists from the Ards and North Down
Borough, showcasing and selling their work, giving demonstrations and chatting about what inspires them to be
creative. Free Entertainment throughout the day.
CREATIVE CAFES 03/08 - 07/08
Various Cafes throughout the Ards and North Down Borough Join professional Artists and Makers in a series of interactive workshops in some local cafes.
Create a unique piece of craft and art whilst enjoying a cuppa and a slice of cake!
Prices Vary
www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, 028 9182 6846
For other Creative Peninsula 2015 Events please see the Exhibitions & Workshops sections!
ROGHA FESTIVAL OF ART AND CRAFT
31/07 - 17/08
The Hawthorn Suite, Killeavy
ROGHA are delighted to announce our 2nd Festival of Art and Craft for the South Armagh/Ring of Gullion area.
- Exhibition of Art and Craft from 10 local makers
Opening Friday 31st July at 7.30pm
- Bus tour of Artist Studios Sat 08/08, 10.30am - 4pm, £20 (Lunch provided)
- Children’s Workshops: Compass North Glass Studio Workshop & Crafty Kids Art Summer School 3rd-7th August & 10th-14th August (Contact Organisers for further details)
- Adult (16+) Workshops: Felting, Fused Glass, Woodturning, Mixed Media & Ceramics (contact Organisers for further details)
Book via www.facebook.com/ROGHA or 07828 569235
05/08 - 26/08
EVERYDAY CRAFT IN THE PAST
The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, Cultra
Normal Museum admission applies
Alongside the six Northern Ireland Guilds demonstrating traditional textile skills, staff at the Museum will
demonstrate a variety of traditional Craft Skills. This year help cross-stitch a Suffragette banner and create a
brooch to show your support for their cause.
11am - 3.30pm www.nmni.com/uftm, 028 9030 5091
CRAFT FEST 14/08 - 16/08
Castle Ward National Trust Admission Charges Apply (Free for Members)
Throughout the weekend you can meet and buy work directly from Makers at the Craft Fair, see demonstrations,
exhibitions and maybe have a go yourself, at Castle Ward, a wonderful Country House on Strangford Lough.
1pm-5pm Fri 14/08, 1pm - 5.30pm Sat 15/08 & Sun 16/08 10.30am - 5.30pm
GRADUATES IN RESIDENCE
The Craft & Design Collective is delighted to give 3 Graduates an opportunity to exhibit their work and provide
audiences with an opportunity to meet some of the next generation of Artists/Designer/Makers.
JAPANESE INDIGO & SHIBORI
Conway Mill, Belfast
£45
Textile Artist Catherine Quinn will give students two
tenugi (Japanese hand-towel) each and teach two
Shibori techniques.
10am-4pm [email protected], 07752 309 679
SEWING MACHINE BASICS
£15
An introduction covering the basics of machine sewing
with Naomi Whan. 09.30am-12.00pm
www.downartscentre.com, 028 4461 0747
1.30pm-4.30pm www.downartscentre.com, 028 4461 0747
WELIG HERITAGE CRAFTS
Portaferry
£65 (including lunch)
A series of different workshops are available during
the weekend including traditional basketmaking, stone
carving, straw and corn craft, blacksmithing and more.
See website for full event listings. 9am-5pm
2 Day Event
WARM GLASS
Gallery 1608, Bushmills£15
Learn about the art of fused glass. You will be free to
create your own design and explore ideas with lots of
personal attention from Eleanor-Jane McCartney.
2pm-4pm www.gallery1608.co.uk, 07752 315 476
JEWELLERY MAKING
Thomas School Of Jewellery, Derry£30
A taster session in designing and creating your own
jewellery at the distinguished Thomas School Of
Jewellery run by Master Goldsmith David Thomas. 2pm-5pm [email protected], 028 7137 4549
MURANO GLASS BEAD MAKING
Millennium Court Arts Centre, Craigavon£40
Learn the art of making Murano Glass beads with
Maggie Napier. All beads will be kiln annealed and
cleaned for durability, ready for use.
Session 1: 10am-12pm Session 2: 12.30pm-2.30pm
Session 3: 2.30pm–4.30 pm (2 participants per session)
www.millenniumcourt.org, 028 3839 4415
Expect to find ‘Real’ Craft, Applied Art and Design and a most un-high-street-like experience at CRAFT FEST’s
Craft Fair. With Artist/Designer/Makers from across the land heading to Castle Ward.
1pm - 5.30pm
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward , www.craftanddesigncollective.com, 028 4488 1204
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BASKET WEAVING BY THE SEA
Magherabouy House Hotel, Portrush
£95 (including lunch) Under the guidance of tutor Louise
McLean of Atlantic Craft NI, participants will learn
and develop various techniques to produce artisan
baskets.
03/08 - 04/08 10am-5pm
[email protected], 07731 457 263 2 Day Event
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BEGINNERS DRY NEEDLE FELTING
Top Floor Art Gallery & Open Studios, Saintfield
£30 (includes refreshments) + £10 for materials
Make 2 colourful needle felt projects in this half
day workshop with Emma Whitehead. In each
beginner’s kit you’ll get everything you need to
complete your projects.
2pm - 5pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 07828 570 837
PATTERNS OF THE SEA - ARASHI SHIBORI
DYEING WITH INDIGO
Landsend, Donaghadee
£40 + £5 for materials
Create stunning patterned and textured textiles.
Working with Welsh textile artist Catherine Lewis
you will make sample pieces that could be used as be
scarves, accessories, hangings or tableware.
10am-5pm Book at [email protected]
WET FELTING
Longacre Studio, Kircubbin
£35
Under the guidance of experienced teacher Dympna
Curran you will learn about decorative and textured felt
and take home your own stunning felt picture.
10am-3pm www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973
THROWING PORCELAIN
STUDIO E’S ALFRESCO ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
15/08
Studio E, Newtownards
FREE
Studio E in conjunction with Ards Allotments annual open day, introduces our first Arts & Crafts Fair. Art & Craft
will be on show & for sale outside and inside the studio. Nibbles, music & good craic guaranteed!
www.studioeartists.com, 07890 613 241
CAUSEWAY COAST ARTISTS AUGUST CRAFT FAIR
22/08
Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae
FREE
Promoting the work of craft makers living on or inspired by the North Coast. The range of artisan crafts include
basket-making, ceramics, glass, wood, jewellery, textiles, felt and photography.
10.30am - 4.30pm
4 Day Event
TIME BUG WORKSHOP
£45 - £5 extra for framing
Learn how to dissect & adapt recycled jewellery and
vintage watch movements with Emma Whitehead, in
order to design and construct your own Time Bug.
TEXTURES OF THE COAST IN NUNO FELT
Experiment with a variety of fabrics and wool to create
textural surfaces inspired by the Irish coastline with
Welsh textile & jewellery designer-maker Mandy Nash.
10am - 5pm Book at [email protected]
BENRAW CREATIVE CONVIVIUM
Participants will have the chance to make their own
pots using porcelain clay on a wheel under the talented
potter Adam Frew’s guidance.
04/08 - 07/08 10am-4pm, 028 7083 1400
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For further details about Craft Fest 2015 events, please see the Exhibitions & Workshops sections!
29/08 - 31/08
Turnip House, Castlewellan
FREE
The 3rd annual creative weekend, where audiences can experience a wide range of craft demonstrations and
activities. There will also be craft on sale with the makers in attendance. Admission is free and relevant materials
will be provided 12pm - 5pm Open each day 12 midday to 5pm www.turniphouse.com/bcc, 07751 180 730
TEEPEE DEMONSTRATION DAY
The Top Floor Art Tepee is a textile experience not
to be missed! Emma will be on hand throughout the
demonstration, sewing, chatting and encouraging you
to have a go. 2pm - 5pm 0782 857 0837
FLORA PATTERNS ON LINEN
Using foraged materials to create a beautiful flora
landscape with natural dyes on linen fabric with Welsh
textile artist, Claire Cawte.
2pm-5pm Please bring apron, gloves, secateurs, scissors, string,
small sewing kit, rusty items (found objects, nails, small tools).
Book at [email protected]
FELT PURSE WORKSHOP
Longacre Studio, Kircubbin£30
Learn from Dympna the process of wet felting to make
a seamless purse using beautiful hand dyed Merino
wool. 10am - 3pm www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973 THROWING PORCELAIN
NEEDLE FELTING
Under expert guidance of Dympna Curran you will
use beautiful hand dyed textiles materials to sculpt a
colourful brooch, bangle or a little dog.
Flowerfield Arts Centre,Portstewart£140
Participants will have the chance to make their own
pots using porcelain clay on a wheel under the talented
potter Adam Frew’s guidance.
11/08 - 14/08, 10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
Day Event
07
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SEA SHELL STITCHERY
Taking shells or other found objects from the beach
as inspiration, students will learn how to interpret line,
texture and form, with Textile Artist Susan Smith.
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FREE STYLE EMBROIDERY£35
In this workshop you’ll learn a variety of hand
embroidery stitches and techniques with Emma
Whitehead. 2pm - 5pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 07828 570 837
10pm-5pm Book at [email protected]
SEASIDE CALLIGRAPHY
Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae £50
Local Calligraphy Artist Janet Millar will guide
participants through the process of producing their
own individual, contemporary artwork.
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10pm-4pm www.kisoarts.com
GLASS BEAD MAKING FOR JEWELLERY
Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart £95
Enjoy a two-day class in glass beadmaking with tutor
Catherine Keenan – students will be guided through
the very basics.
07/08 - 08/08 10pm-4pm 028 7083 1400
1940’S CRAFT OPEN DAY
Northern Ireland War Memorial, Belfast
FREE
Launching a series of Make Do & Mend inspired
workshops taking place at the War Memorial Museum
in Belfast in 2015/2016.
10.30am - 4pm, www.niwarmemorial.org, 028 9032 0392
FELT CLUTCH BAG
Longacre Studio, Kircubbin
£35
Dympna will guide you through the process of creating
an exquisite clutch bag using hand dyed wools, silks
and fibres. 10am - 3pm www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973
2 Day Event
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FELT SCARF WORKSHOP
Learn to layer wool and add colourful wools, silks,
fibres and fabrics with Dympna Curran, to create
pattern on your scarf.
TEXTILE BASKETRY
Magherabouy House Hotel, Portrush £65 (includes lunch)
Participants will have the opportunity of using a wide
variety of textiles combined with the use of willow
to p
roduce a unique creation with Louise McClean.
10am - 5pm [email protected], 07731 457 263
FELT A PICTURE
Conway Mill, Belfast£45
With a maximum of 6 people you will receive lots of
one-to-one guidance from Marie-Louise to help create
your perfect felt piece.
10pm-4pm [email protected]
HAND-BUILDING A CLAY FIGURE
Learn a variety of hand building techniques with Anna.
Price will include materials, use of equipment, and
one bisque firing. A glaze firing can be negotiated
on the day. 10pm-4pm, www.facebook.com/ArtistsAtTheMill
CLAY SCULPTURE
Framewerk, Belfast
Contact Venue
This one day workshop run by Kerrie Hanna and
Lynsay-Erin Mercer will provide an introduction to
traditional hand building techniques in ceramics.
11pm-4pm www.framewerkbelfast.com, 07931 655 155
A MIXED MEDIA MASHUP
Framewerk, Belfast
Contact Venue
A funky fresh look at figurative sculpture with Kerrie
Hanna. Bring a handheld household item which will be
re-imagined as a body for your newly sculpted
clay head.
11am-4pm www.framewerkbelfast.com, 07931 655 155
LEARN TO CROCHET
Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick£25
Suitable for complete beginners, learn the basics
of crochet with Naomi Whan.
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET
- GRANNY’S GONE CRAZY #1£15
In these workshops with tutor Emma Whitehead, you’ll
learn all the stitches needed to go crazy with crochet.
See also Granny’s Gone Crazy #2 on the 15th August.
10.30am-1.30pm 07828 570 837
BEGINNERS DROP SPINDLE SPINNING £25
Spin your own yarn using a drop spindle with
Emma Whitehead.
2.30pm - 5pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 0782 857 0837
SILVER EARRING AND NECKLACE MAKING
Clotworthy House, Antrim
£70
If you are looking for some more in depth jewellery
making experience, then this two-day course with
Diane Lyness is perfect for you.
08/08 - 09/08, 11am-3pm 028 9448 1338
2 Day Event
FAMILY ART DAY
Millennium Court Arts Centre, Portadown FREE
Watch the film Rio (2011) then take part in our art
workshop Pots and Pans! – Make some noise and
some musical instruments too.
www.millenniumcourt.org, 028 3839 4415
2.30am - 5pm 0782 857 0837
BEGINNERS WEEKEND IN BLACKSMITHING
Hot Milk Forge Blacksmithing School, Ballymena
£80 for full weekend or £45 for individual days.
Participants will be introduced to the 7 basic skills of
blacksmithing under the guidance of Established Artist
Blacksmith Eamonn Higgins
10.30am - 4.30pm Lunch is not provided however food orders
will be taken for delivery.
www.hotmilkforge.com, 07740 510 008
2 Day Event
PAPER QUILLING
Pogues Entry Historical Cottage, Antrim£25
with Bill McBride - You will learn basic quilling
techniques to make your own keepsake. 11am - 3pm, 028 9448 1338
18
LACE KNITTING £40
Learn all the skills to handle your first lace project and
receive a lace scarf pattern from Emma Whitehead.
10.30am - 1.30pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 07828 570 837
KNITTING AS THERAPY£50
Knitting is the new Yoga! Emma Whitehead will teach
you the basic elements of knitting enabling you to start
your first project.
2.30am - 5.30pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 07828 570 837
19
29
22
CREATIVE THINKING WORKSHOP
This visual and hands-on workshop will provide you
with imaginative ways to develop your ideas through
the use of visual mind maps.
10am - 4pm [email protected]
FELTING AND STITCH
Discover the joys of “painting” with wool! Learn about
the tools, materials and techniques that will allow
you to achieve a painterly effect when needle
felting with Naomi Whan.
10am - 2pm www.downartscentre.com, 028 4461 0747
TEXTILE COLLAGING WITH ROSIE
Create a unique wall-hanging using a wide range of
fabrics and trimmings. No experience necessary.
CREATIVE HAND EMBROIDERY
Join Naomi Whan for fabric printing and learn how
to create layers using stencils and wooden printing
blocks.
BASIC LEATHERWORK COURSE
The Journeyman Saddler Workshop, Newry
WILLOW TRADITIONAL FLOWER BASKET
Clotworthy House, Antrim
£35
Join Clive Lyttle from Welig Crafts to create a round
basket traditionally used to gather and display flowers.
£295 incl £100 booking deposit
10am - 4pm 028 9448 1338
A two day intensive course for those who are
interested in working with leather. Working with a
Qualified Master Saddler and QEST Scholar James
Adair, you will complete two projects over two days.
22/08 - 23/08 9am - 5pm
nt
2 Day Eve
www.thejourneymansaddler.com, 07747 129 161
BEGINNERS TOE UP SOCK KNITTING £15
Join Emma and you’ll learn everything you need to knit
your own toe up socks using the magic loop method!
JEWELLERY MAKING £30
Thomas School Of Jewellery, Derry~Londonderry
A taster session in designing and creating your own
jewellery at the distinguished Thomas School Of
Jewellery run by Master Goldsmith David Thomas.
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME – PAPERCLAY
WITH RACHEL DICKSON
Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart£60
Participants will learn to construct a house
using porcelain paperclay and explore a range of
handbuilding techniques. 10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE SHIBORI AND
INDIGO WITH CATHERINE QUINN
Students will be given two Tenugi, which is a Japanese
hand towel, and shown two shibori techniques.
10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
2pm - 5pm [email protected], 028 7137 4549
BEGINNERS CROSS STITCH #1£15
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME – PAPERCLAY
WITH RACHEL DICKSON
Curious about cross stitch but put off by complicated
patterns and confusing instructions? Come to Emma
Participants will learn to construct a house
Whitehead’s creative ‘Explain and Explore’ double
using porcelain paperclay and explore a range of
class! 2pm - 5pm www.topfloorart.co.uk, 07828 570 837
handbuilding techniques. 10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE SHIBORI AND
BEGINNERS FULL DAY OF FELTING
Rowallane Community Hub, Saintfield£45
An
introduction
to
the
basics
of
traditional
wet
felting,
LASER CRAFTS
Learn the ancient Japanese dyeing technique of
the foundation technique for feltmakers.
Fablab, Belfast FREE
Arashi by making an indigo summer scarf, and make a
10am - 5pm 07828 570 837
Come along and see how a laser cutter can be used
Shibori cotton handkerchief. 10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
to augment traditional processes. Participants will
be guided through the computer design process and
PLASTIC FANTASTIC
SILK PAINTING
translate this to the laser cutter for manufacture.
Ulster
American
Folk
Park,
Omagh
FREE
10pm-4pm, 028 9075 5412
This workshop with Kirsty Martin is an eye opener into
As part of the Live and Learn Project’s Making
the endless possibilities of plastics. Design and make
Connections join us in designing and creating colourful
GLASS BEAD MAKING FOR JEWELLERY
your own unique piece of modern jewellery.
patterns and pictures on Silk.
Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart
10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
12.30am - 3.30pm [email protected], 028 8225 6334
Enjoy a two-day class in glass beadmaking with tutor
Catherine Keenan – students will be guided through
TEENAGERS AT THE WHEEL
the very basics
Millennium Court Arts Centre, Portadown
£10
14/08 - 15/08 10am - 4pm, 028 7083 1400 2 Day Event
Have a go on the Potter’s wheel and get to grips with
ART JEWELLERY NETWORK TALK
moulding the perfect pot with Tutor Ciara Campbell.
BASKET MAKING SUMMER SCHOOL
Space CRAFT, Belfast
10am - 1pm www.millenniumcourt.org, 028 3839 4415
Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre, Armagh
The Art Jewellery Network (AJN) will present a talk on
£80 (£75 Concession)
their latest project ‘Home’, an international exchange
ACETATE GLASS PAINTING
Using locally sourced willow you will make your own
exhibition between AJN and Convoi Exceptionnel in
Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh Normal Admission
traditional Irish skib or round shopper. With tutor
Finland. We encourage everyone to wear their own
Try out acetate glass painting using the collection
Sabine Wolnizak.
favourite piece of jewellery.
and exhibitions of the Ulster American Folk Park as
nt
14/08 - 15/08/15 10am- 5pm 028 3752 1821 2 Day Eve
6pm - 8pm 028 9032 9342
inspiration. Resources Supplied.
11am - 4pm [email protected], 028 8225 6325 CARRICKMACROSS LACE & COLOUR
CRAFT FEST 14th-16th
TIFFANY GLASS TASTER CLASS WITH
Marketplace Theatre and Arts Centre, Armagh£55
Castle Ward
Normal National Trust Admission
Renowned lace maker and designer Theresa Kelly is
SHAUNA MCCANN
sharing her knowledge in this exciting new workshop.
Hill
of The O’Neill and Ranfurly House Arts &
DEMONSTRATIONS & WORKSHOPS
20/08 - 22/08, 10am - 3pm 028 3752 1821
Visitor Centre, Dungannon £20
The Craft & Design Collective presents a series of
nt
ve
E
3 Day
Introduction into the art of tiffany stained glass.
demonstrations and workshops in the Stableyard at
Rory Shearer
10.30am - 12.30pm www.dungannon.info, 028 8772 8600
Castle Ward.
20
1pm - 5.30pm Sat 15 & Sun 16, 10.30am to 5.30pm
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward
www.craftanddesigncollective.com, 028 4488 1204
10am-2.30pm www.downartscentre.com, 028 4461 0747
FILM Rio: 11.30am - 1pm
ART WORKSHOP: 1pm - 3pm
BEGINNERS SPINNING WITH A WHEEL
Rowallane Community Hub, Saintfield£30
Spin your own yarn with a spinning wheel and learn
about plying and yarn design with Emma Whitehead.
14
10pm-3pm www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973
CRAFT FAIR
11
10am-3pm www.dympna.co.uk, 07771 890 973
GLASS PAINTING
£25
Learn a number of glass painting methods to create
stained glass effects with Naomi Whan.
www.handsonworkshops.com, 028 4277 1542
06
FAB FASHION
Fablab, BelfastFree
Come along and see how the world of fashion design is
embracing the digital revolution.
10am - 4pm 028 9075 5412
15
THEATRICAL HAT-MAKING
Construct an unblocked bonnet using modern
materials and trimmings with Edna. Materials
included, but if desired bring along your own
fabrics and decorations.
A STITCH IN TIME
Framewerk, Belfast£15
Join textile artist Cara McCaughey in this hand
embroidery workshop. Create monogrammed
handkerchiefs to take home.
11am - 2pm www.framewerkbelfast.com, 07931 655 155
21
TWO-DAY SILVER JEWELLERY WORKSHOP
Ballymoney Town Hall
Adults £60 Concessions £50
Two-day silver jewellery workshop with jeweller
Diane Lyness. Learn jewellery techniques to create a
necklace, bracelet or earrings.
10am - 4pm
www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com,
028 2766 0230
2 Day Event
INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE SHIBORI AND
Students will be given two Tenugi, which is a Japanese
hand towel, and learn two shibori techniques.
10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
PLASTIC FANTASTIC
This workshop with Kirsty Martin is an eye opener to
the endless possibilities of plastics. Design and make
your own unique piece of modern jewellery.
INTRODUCTION TO QUILTING
Naomi Whan will guide you through a multitude
10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
of quilting techniques.
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET - GRANNY GOES
CRAZY #2 £15
In these workshops you’ll learn all the stitches needed
to go crazy with crochet. See also Granny’s Gone
Crazy #1 on the 8th August.
10.30am - 1.30pm 07828 570 837
CHILDREN’S CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
Collage Collective, Enniskillen
FREE
Youngsters can try their hand at creative craft work
with some of Collage Collective’s artists/makers.
Pre-booked group sessions for participants:
Morning 10.00-12.00 & Afternoon 1.00-3.00
[email protected], 02866 34 25 42
26
BEGINNERS CROSS STITCH #2£15
Curious about cross stitch but put off by complicated
patterns and confusing instructions? Come to
Emma Whitehead’s creative ‘Explain and
Explore’ double class!
2pm - 5pm [email protected], 07828 570 837
28
FAB FURNITURE
Fablab Belfast, Belfast FREE
Modern furniture making has fully embraced the digital
revolution, so if you fancy yourself as a furniture maker
this is the event for you! 10pm - 4pm 028 9075 5412
TWO DAY JEWELLERY MAKING
Spend two days of fun in the workshop with Jeweller
Diane Lyness and create a silver necklace, earrings or
bracelet. 10pm - 4pm 028 7083 1400
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE SHIBORI AND
INDIGO WORKSHOP WITH CATHERINE QUINN
Learn the ancient Japanese dyeing technique of Arashi
by making an indigo summer scarf, and make a Shibori
cotton handkerchief. 10am - 4pm 028 7083 1400
Selling Craft
MAKER MASTERCLASS WITH THE IRISH
DESIGN SHOP
Ulster Museum,Belfast
FREE
Craft NI presents a retail masterclass with Clare
Grennan & Laura Caffrey of the Irish Design Shop,
offering comprehensive, step-by-step advice for
designer-makers wishing to expand their businesses
by selling to retailers.
06/08, 2pm-5pm
SHOWCASING CRAFT MERCHANDISE
Dunsilly Hotel, Antrim
FREE
Craft NI presents a retail masterclass with Shalina
Alabaksh offering professional tips and tricks of
the trade to craft retailers on how they can visually
merchandise craft in a dynamic and exciting way.
This workshop is specifically for craft retailers only.
11/08,10am - 1pm
MEET THE BUYER
Dunsilly Hotel, Antrim
£10 (Conditions Apply)
Craft NI presents a special trade event for both
designer-makers and retailers of contemporary
craft. A great opportunity for designer-makers to
showcase their product to retailers, and for
retailers to view the best of contemporary craft in
Northern Ireland. Make that crucial first contact
and start selling!
11/08, 2pm - 5pm
Visit www.craftni.org for further details and
information on how to register, or call
Craft NI on 028 9032 2059

HERE - Craft Northern Ireland

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