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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 about the materials, tools and principles in leather working including cutting, embossing, stitching and riveting to create a unique leather key fob. All tools and materials included.

Create a saddle stitched belt from oak-tanned British leather, learning cutting, embossing and stitching techniques to craft a lifetime quality belt. All tools and materials included.

A relaxing session creating textile art out of card and thread, exploring different designs and techniques which you can take away with you to continue your work. The simple act of yarn wrapping around card is an important step in weave development but can also create stunning pieces of art work too. All materials included.

Discover the joy of a well-folded concertina! We’ll make a book with simple boards and a double-sided concertina in a cloth covered case. Suitable for all levels, beginners are particularly welcome. All materials and tools provided and extra packs will be available to take home and make again!

This is a lovely, sturdy notebook which can be covered in either fabric or paper, (or both!). Suitable for all levels and beginners are welcome. All materials and tools are provided and extra packs will be available, so that you can make another one at home!

Learn about the vibrant art of silk fusion, using different types of silk fibres and pressed flowers to create a stunning and unique tea light. This is a simple and fun technique that can be used creatively in many ways and a completed tea light will be taken home by everyone to dry. All tools and materials are included and is suitable for beginners.

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.

Create a quilled picture or greetings card to take away. All tools and materials included.

Create a quilled garland, mounted on a greetings card or framed as a picture after the workshop. All tools and materials included, other than a frame.

Learn about the materials, tools and process of making a small, single colour, black ink woodcut print based on animals. All tools and materials included.

Learn about the production and process of making oak gall inks, and production and preparation of goat/sheep /deerskin parchment and vellum; then make your own oak gall ink illustration, using dip pens, on heavy cartridge paper. The processes used in the production of the thirteenth century Magna Carta and Mappa Mundi. All tools and materials included.

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 mussel shells (hand embroidery will also be used if time allows). We will aim to produce at least one shell each to take home. 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 shells on is 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 Julias exciting childrens worksop for tote bag printing, inspired by the historic Mill. Children will create unique stencils and stamps, then design their very own tote bag to take home. 

No prior experience is needed and all materials will be provided. 

Ticket required for child only *( 8-16 yrs) All children should be accompanied by an adult, max two children per adult. 

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.