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This workshop is a wonderful introduction to basketmaking. Learn how to make a stylish and useful willow platter with a few basic weaving techniques. The platter can be used as a tray, to display items such as bread or fruit, or simply as a decorative piece. Your tutor, Lucy Turner, is a willow artist living and making in North Devon. The willow you’ll be using is her own home grown and locally sourced willow. All tools and materials included. Suitable for beginners 14 years old +

Learn the arts of Japanese ‘Kanzashi’ flower and woven button making to creating a striking summer brooch. We will use silk fabrics, eco-printed with natural materials for the flower petals and natural cotton threads for the button centre. All tools and materials included and is suitable for beginners.

An introductory workshop to needle lace, using two needle lace stitches, colourful threads and small beads to create a small piece inspired by a rose arch in a garden. Needle lace is a complimentary technique for embroidery such as Stump work- a three-dimensional raised embroidery from Elizabethan times. All tools and materials included.

Explore the use of water-soluble fabric and free machine embroidery to make striking 3-dimensional flower heads (hand embroidery will also be used if time allows). We will aim to produce a single flower or lots of petals to bring together into a final form. A sewing machine allowing the dog feed to drop is required (a machine can be provided but must be booked in advance). All materials and a choice of background to mount finished flowers on included.

Join Julia's festive needle-felting bauble workshop and create beautiful, handscrafted decorations perfect for your Christmas tree. Whether you're making a future heirloom or a thoughtful gift, each bauble is truly one-of-a-kind. Bring along old jewellery to repurpose and add a personal, sparkling touch. A cosy, creative way to celebrate the season! No prior experience is needed as all materials will be provided.

Join Julia and Sheila for their much-loved Christmas Wreath Workshop at Coldharbour Mill, set in the heart of our stunning heritage site. Learn the timeless art of wreath-making using beautiful, natural materials. Create a unique, festive wreath to proudly adorn your front door and embrace the joy of this traditionsal, heartwarming craft. No prior experience is needed as all materials will be provided.

Join Julia's festive children's workshop and learn how to make a magical Christmas needle-felted garland! Create gingerbread men, Christmas trees, snowflakes - or whatever your imagination dreams up. It's a fun, hands-on way for children to explore creativity while making something truly special to decorate the home for the holidays. No prior experience is needed as all materials will be provided.

Get creative at Julia’s fun-filled workshop inspired by the historic Mill!

Explore the chimney, water wheel and surrounding nature to spark your imagination, turn your ideas into a unique printed tote bag to take home. 

Kids will design their own stencils and stamps, learning hands on printing techniques in a celebration of art and heritage.

No experience needed – all materials provided.

Tickets required per child (ages 6-16years). All children must be accompanied by an adult!