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Arts And Crafts Events in Edinburgh in April 2024

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Events in Edinburgh

Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape

24th June 2023 - 2nd June 2024

250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.

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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition

9th November 2023 - 1st October 2024

Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.

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Saturday Science Sessions with Dino

Selected dates between 27th January 2024 - 11th May 2024

Join us at Dynamic Earth on selected Saturdays throughout the year for a variety of hands on activities!

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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston

Selected dates between 8th February 2024 - 20th October 2024

Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!

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Zine Club

Selected dates between 16th February 2024 - 19th April 2024

Relax and make zines with Coin-Operated Press at the Zine Club in Kafe Kweer! All experience levels are welcome.

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Warhol After Hours

Selected dates between 28th February 2024 - 15th May 2024

Step into the vibrant world of Warhol After Hours at Dovecot Studios! This exclusive event offers a fusion of socialising and art appreciation against the backdrop of Warhol’s groundbreaking works.

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Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale

1st March 2024 - 19th May 2024

Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).

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Pauline Caulfield Textiles

8th March 2024 - 20th July 2024

This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!

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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop

Selected dates between 9th March 2024 - 20th April 2024

In this workshop you will learn how to work with Eco-resin and how to create at least two pairs of colourful earrings for any occasion!

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Fused Glass course

20th March 2024 - 13th June 2024

Join Honey Pot Creative Cafe for 6 weeks or individual workshops to learn how to create art using different techniques with fused glass.

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Print 24: Group Exhibition

21st March 2024 - 27th April 2024

Detail Framing & Gallery looks forward to welcoming you to this Group Exhibition, offering a closer look at 18 artists' approach to printmaking!

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Exhibition: Word of Mouth

22nd March 2024 - 20th April 2024

Word of Mouth (WOM), at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, is an exhibition of new artworks and writing exploring our relationship to food, cooking and kitchens.

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Jewellery Class - Make a Sterling Silver Spinner Ring

Selected dates between 23rd March 2024 - 2nd June 2024
Edinburgh South

Spinner rings, also known as worry rings are great for the fidgets amongst us. Join Ali Bali Jewellery to make a sterling silver spinner ring with two spinners in this workshop!

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Jewellery Class - Make a set of skinny stacking rings

Selected dates between 24th March 2024 - 22nd June 2024
Edinburgh South

Learn to make a set of three different sterling silver skinny stacking rings in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!

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Watercolour and Wine Event

Selected dates between 26th March 2024 - 25th April 2024

If you fancy spending 2 hours making a watercolour painting accompanied by a glass of wine then come along to this event at Whitespace Gallery!

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Debut :: Inaugural Open

6th April 2024 - 27th April 2024

&Gallery is delighted to host our inaugural open call exhibition, showcasing thirty-eight artist representing a spectrum of disciplines from across the globe!

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‘Le Monde sans fin’: An exhibition on the ecological transition

10th April 2024 - 10th May 2024

Le Monde sans fin is an original and eco-designed exhibition constituting a visual variation of the comic strip Le Monde sans fin by Jean-Marc Jancovici and Christophe Blain.

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Exhibition: To the North

13th April 2024 - 8th May 2024

Come along to this new exhibition of landscapes by French/Swiss artist Emmanuel Matt showing at Birch Tree Gallery!

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Holyrood Art Club - 66th Annual Exhibition

13th April 2024 - 20th April 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Holyrood Art Club is holding it's 66th Annual Exhibition at the Edinburgh Photographic Society from 13th to 20th April. Original paintings in all media will be on display, and also for sale.

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S h i f t i n g | Hazel Frost & Kim Minuti

13th April 2024 - 3rd May 2024

This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together two Edinburgh based artists, ceramicist Hazel Frost and printmaker Kim Minuti.

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Nature Re-imagined

17th April 2024 - 2nd June 2024

This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.

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Dating & Tasting - FLINT NIGHT with Bludge, Closet Brewing, & Sett Studios

19th April 2024
Leith

Join Bludge Wine and Closet Brewing for a night of beer and wine tasting and queer joy in Sett Studios on Leith Walk.

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Loud Poets Central Slam Heat

19th April 2024

After the massive success of the inaugural Loud Poets Slam Series in 2023, I Am Loud Productions are back to do it all over again on Friday 19th April!

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Portraits that Pop! Workshop - Paintbox School of Art

19th April 2024 - 20th April 2024

Dovecot Studios is delighted to welcome back Paintbox School of Art for this two-day workshop on 19th & 20th April.

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Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 20th April 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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The Wonder Studio

20th April 2024

The Wonder Studio is an interactive creative play sessions for children aged 2-5 in Fruitmarket's Learning Studio on Saturday 20th April.

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Exploring Anatomy Through Art: Dry Point Etching

21st April 2024

Join Surgeons Hall Museums and Artist Susie Wilson for this one-day workshop which will introduce the technique of Dry Point Etching using multiple plates in order to layer colours and textures!

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Jewellery Class - Make a sterling silver bangle

Selected dates between 21st April 2024 - 2nd June 2024
Edinburgh South

Learn how to make a medium weight sterling silver bangle in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!

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Sea Glass Jewellery workshop

21st April 2024

Come along to this fun and creative workshop learning how to make your very own, unique Sea Glass Jewellery at Joy Revival Design Studio on Sunday 21st April.

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Drawing in the Spring

Selected dates between 22nd April 2024 - 27th May 2024

Join Drill Hall resident artist Felicity Inkpen in a series of 6 workshops exploring your creative side this Spring.

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Woodland Artsparks: Home Learning / Flexi-Learning for 3-10 years

23rd April 2024

These two-hour weekly outdoor sessions, starting on 23rd April at Jupiter Artland, combine creative activities with opportunities to socialise with other home-educated learners!

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Willow Suncatcher Craft Workshop

25th April 2024
Leith

Come and celebrate the sun by creating your very own willow suncatcher at this workshop on 25th April at Leith Community Croft!

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Papercutting Workshop

26th April 2024

Join Papercut Punk for a fantastic evening of colourful decorative ceramic tiles at Leith Makers on Friday 26th April!

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Edinburgh Open Workshop - Family Fun Day

27th April 2024

Join the makers at Edinburgh Open Workshop on Saturday 27th April as we threw open our doors and welcome families from across the city to our Family Fun Day.

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Lino printing at Stampalofi

27th April 2024

Let's get lino printing. Join us for an introductory workshop on Saturday 27th April at Stampalofi in Ocean Terminal!

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MnB Craft Market at Leith Arches

28th April 2024

Makers 'n Bakers Scotland is back in 2024 and better than ever, showcase the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers at our latest venue, Leith Arches!

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Collage Workshop for Beginners

29th April 2024
Edinburgh South

Enjoy a relaxing and friendly Edinburgh art workshop for adults on 29th April, hosted by award-winning artist Sarah Kwan!

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Midnight Lunar Market - Beltane Edition

30th April 2024

Midnight Lunar Market, Scotland's first alternative night market, presents their Beltane Edition at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 30th April!

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Arts And Crafts Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Sunday Sessions: Monthly Kids Craft Club

Sunday Sessions: Monthly Kids Craft Club

28th April 2024

Join Sarah from Squid Ink Studio at Williamwood Parish Church for the next block of her monthly Kids Craft Club beginning on Sunday 28th April!

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Willow Wonders

Willow Wonders

27th April 2024

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers and a professional willow weaver and learn how to create beautiful willow garden structures to adorn your garden!

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The Market Place Newton Mearns: Hoop Embroidery Group

The Market Place Newton Mearns: Hoop Embroidery Group

Selected dates between 18th January 2024 - 25th April 2024

Whether you're a beginner or a pro, grab a hoop, some material and a needle and join The Market Place Newton Mearns for their weekly Hoop Embroidery Group!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Exhibition – Lauren Morsley

Exhibition – Lauren Morsley

17th April 2024 - 30th July 2024

Lauren Morsley is an Illustrator, Muralist and Printmaker based in Fife. She specialises in bold and colourful designs which create other worlds to explore.

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Spoon Carving Workshop

Spoon Carving Workshop

20th April 2024

Get hands on and carve your own spoon with experienced woodworker, Louise Forbes at Bowhouse on 20th April!

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Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

4th April 2024 - 30th June 2024

We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.

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Arts And Crafts Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Paint & Sip with Glasgow Roller Derby

Paint & Sip with Glasgow Roller Derby

19th April 2024

Come paint & sip with Glasgow Roller Derby and unleash your creative side! Tickets are £12 and all proceeds will go towards supporting the Bruisers on their trip to Zurich.

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Glasgow Life Museums Annual Art Competition

Glasgow Life Museums Annual Art Competition

19th March 2024 - 2nd June 2024

Glasgow Life Museums' prestigious Annual Art Competition is open to children aged 3-18 who are invited to visit their museums to paint or draw!

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Pottery Wheel: Group Introduction Class

Pottery Wheel: Group Introduction Class

Selected dates between 7th April 2024 - 30th June 2024

Join The Craft Pottery Studio for one of their regular introduction to making ceramic forms using the potter's wheel sessions!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

ArtyBits Club

ArtyBits Club

Selected dates between 29th April 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Calling all dabbers, splatterers, painters, sketchers and make and menders! ArtyBits Club meets every Monday evening to share ideas and get creative!

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ArtSkills With Chrissy

ArtSkills With Chrissy

Selected dates between 29th April 2024 - 2nd November 2024

ArtSkills with Chrissy is small class mentoring ideal for expanding your art skills and techniques!

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Chatelherault Market

Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 4th February 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

The Crafters Roadshow - Braehead

The Crafters Roadshow - Braehead

Selected dates between 25th April 2024 - 6th October 2024

Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to Braehead Shopping Centre!

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Adult Weekly Drawing and Painting Class

Adult Weekly Drawing and Painting Class

Selected dates between 24th January 2024 - 19th June 2024

This weekly art class will take you through a creative exploration of different art materials and techniques to develop your own artwork.

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Arts And Crafts Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Sewing Clothes for Beginners – Tuesday Afternoons

Sewing Clothes for Beginners – Tuesday Afternoons

30th April 2024

Led by Stitchery Founder Cassandra Belanger, this is a 9 week, in-depth introduction to sewing clothes for beginners starting on 30th April at Central Scotland School of Craft.

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Embossing Workshop

Embossing Workshop

27th April 2024

Join printmaker Abbie Lois at Made in Stirling for an embossing workshop, where we’ll create embossings using a variety of methods such as lino cutting and card cut-outs.

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Spoon Carving

Spoon Carving

Selected dates between 31st March 2024 - 21st April 2024

Join us for a fun filled day with master wood-worker Louise Forbes learning all the skills you need to carve your very own wooden spoon!

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Events in Other Areas

Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 21st December 2024

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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