Arts And Crafts Events in Edinburgh in May 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
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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Loanhead Indoor Market
Come along and support our local football club, Loanhead Miners Youth FC, and some other fab businesses at our indoor market in Bayne Memorial Hall, Loanhead!
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
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
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
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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Warhol After Hours
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
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
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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Fused Glass course
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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Jewellery Class - Make a Sterling Silver Spinner Ring
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
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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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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‘Le Monde sans fin’: An exhibition on the ecological transition
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
Come along to this new exhibition of landscapes by French/Swiss artist Emmanuel Matt showing at Birch Tree Gallery!
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S h i f t i n g | Hazel Frost & Kim Minuti
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
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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Newhailes Market
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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Drawing in the Spring
Join Drill Hall resident artist Felicity Inkpen in a series of 6 workshops exploring your creative side this Spring.
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Auction: Prints & Multiples ft. Selected Works from Edinburgh Printmakers
Lyon & Turnbull's Prints & Multiples sale on 1st May is packed with a wide variety of different examples from this exciting genre of artwork.
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Robert Fergusson: the simmer o’ his life
This tribute event at Scottish Poetry Library on 1st May presents poetry read by James Robertson, who will be in conversation with Professor Rhona Brown.
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David Lemm | Fixings
Fixings is an exhibition of recent work by David Lemm taking place in Detail Framing & Gallery from 2nd May.
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FISHING: An Exhibition by Stephanïe Vandëm
FISHING is a modern exploration of contemporary identities and heritage from artist Stephanïe Vandëm at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 3rd May!
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Inception Art Show
Inception returns to Dalkeith Palace from 3rd to 12th May 2024, showcasing a curated collection of artists.
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Abbey Strand Art Club
Do you enjoy getting creative and learning about the past? If so then the Abbey Strand art club could be just for you. Suitable for 7-12 years olds.
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Beginner’s Sewing Class
Spend a full day in the sewing studio and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a cushion cover with your new sewing skills!
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FISHING: Meet the Artist - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
A chance to hear from artist Stephanïe Vandëm, whose exhibition FISHING is showing at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of Tradfest!
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Flowers from Jericho Exhibition
Flowers from Jericho is a new exhibition of riso prints created by Matilda Bull during her residency at Out of the Blueprint in the Spring of 2024.
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Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic monthly weekend market with a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
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Reassembled
Reassembled, presents a group exhibition featuring new works by JFK Turner, Laura Jane Scott and Derek Wilson, showing at &Gallery from 4th to 29th May.
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Rickle O Stanes - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Through powerful and playful storytelling and traditional song, Shona Cowie, Neil Sutcliffe and dramaturg Liam Hurley explore the layers of history on which we stand today!
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Riso Workshop - May
Join Out of the Blueprint for a fun, creative experience and discover how to make your own 2-colour A3 risograph prints.
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Warhol Screen Printing Workshop with Edinburgh Printmakers
Join Edinburgh Printmakers on 4th May for an introductory screen printing workshop where you will have the opportunity to create a Warhol-inspired print on a textile of your choice.
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Family Beltane - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
This delightful Beltane Fire Society tradition allows parents to share in the magic of the Beltane story with their little ones through storytelling, face painting and arts & crafts.
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Journey to the Isles - Part of Tradfest 2024
A mesmerising glimpse into the landscapes, folktales and songs that inspired one of Scotland's great early collectors of traditional arts.
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Mini Mummers Parade Prep - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Join us at Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th May for a fun morning of mask decoration, crafting and face painting ahead of the May Day Parade!
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Garmenrt Making - 6 Week Monday Evening Course
Spend 6 consecutive Monday evenings in the sewing studio with an expert designer and dressmaking tutor and fashion a garment of your choosing!
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How Was Your Day? - Mindful Zine Making Workshop
Join Sarah on Monday 6th May for this Mindful Zine Making workshop, where she will guide you through the process of folding and creating your zine!
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Cafe Ceilidh - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Come along to a free afternoon session of traditional songs, music, poems and stories in the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 7nd May!
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Spend 6 consecutive Tuesday evenings in the sewing studio with an expert designer and dressmaking tutor and fashion a garment of your choosing!
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Called Back: The Poems of Emily Dickinson - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
This event opens a window on the life and work of Emily Dickinson and the passions and preoccupations which she poured into her writing.
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Hearth Fire Sessions - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Welcome to an eclectic night of ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music, and physical artistry at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of Tradfest.
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A King’s Visit: George IV in Edinburgh
Join Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, to learn about George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822.
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Night Market at the Neighbourgood Market
Support The Makers is once again collaborating with the Neighbourgood Market in Stockbridge to bring the Night Market, showcasing a gorgeous selection of handmade products!
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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Basket Weaving for Beginners Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of basket-weaving, from sourcing materials, to the techniques to create a basic basket, and to create a handle for it in this one-day course on 11th May at Leith Makers!
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Candle Making Workshop
Get inspired with a new skill and learn the basics of candle making with Flow Candles on 11th May at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall!
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Collective Play Weekend
Join Collective Edinburgh on 11th & 12th May for a weekend of of playful and creative outdoor activities, suitable for ages 5-12 years!
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Festival of Europe
Scotland's first international Festival of Europe takes place on May 11th and 12th at Summerhall. Come along for a fantastic weekend of discussion, art and socialising!
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Fire from the Woods - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
By reimagining old tales from Lithuania and around the world, storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė and musician Gaynor Barradell explore the silence between generations.
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Naming trees - Spring edition
Join Earth in Common on 11th May for an exciting morning of observing, learning together and paying attention to the trees around the Croft and the Links Park.
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North Edinburgh Community Festival
The North Edinburgh Community Festival is a free, family friendly and community-led event taking place in West Pilton Park on 13th May.
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Sea Glass Jewellery Workshop - Creative 2
Come along to Joy Revival Design Studio for a relaxed and creative workshop where you will learn to make your very own sea glass jewellery!
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Storytelling for Musicians with Svend-Erik Engh - Part of Tradfest 2024
This workshop with Svend-Erik Engh is for musicians who want to be better storytellers on stage!
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Two Day Mosaic Abstract Workshop
Join Helen Miles at OOTB Abbeymount Studios for this two-day mosaic abstract workshop, giving you the essential skills needed to make beautiful mosaic abstracts using found and salvaged materials!
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Warhol Inspired Quilting Workshop
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 11th May for a bespoke quilting workshop which celebrates the work of Andy Warhol.
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Summer Living Wreath Workshop
Join Woodland Wreaths and Plants on 12th May at The Gift Tree and make yourself a beautiful living wreath which will last well into summer and beyond.
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The First Wave and the Last - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Berwickshire Coastal Arts bring you a reflection of what it means to live, and want to live, in a coastal community.
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2 Week Sewing & Upcycling: Repair, alter or upcycle your clothes!
Learn how to bring new life to your wardrobe on this workshop at OOTB Abbeymount Studios on Monday 13th & 20th May!
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3D Collage Decoration Workshop
Join artist Sarah Kwan for this 3D Collage Decoration workshop on Monday 13th May at Backstage Barbershop Edinburgh! No drawing experience necessary.
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Art Classes for Adults and Kids
Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
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Mutual Fascination Exhibition
Drill Hall artist Felicity Inkpen presents a collection of work from the past decade at this exhibition taking place at Out of the Blue Drill Hall in May!
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Loud Poets - May Showcase
Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on Friday 17th May!
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Eco-Resin Candle Holders - Terrazzo Craft Workshop
In this workshop, run by Polymorphics on 18th May, you will make a set of two unique and gorgeous Eco-resin candle holders, one marbled and one terrazzo.
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Paste | Fold | Sew - Workshop
Join Book Artist and Printmaker Gen Harrison for a creative workshop that will see your hand made paste papers turned into beautiful button hole bound notebooks.
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Hand Embroidery Class - Make your own pendants
Learn the fundamentals of embroidery in this workshop led by Amy Lowson at Leith Makers on Sunday 19th May!
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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop
Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!
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World Bee Day at Lauriston Castle
Join John Jeffrey our resident Beekeeper at Lauriston Castle for a morning of creative fun exploring our buzzy friends and their importance in our environment.
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Spring Market
The Spring Market is back at Edinburgh Park! Join us in the Civic Square on Wednesday 22nd May!
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Stories on the Way: When Yellow’s On the Broom
Come and enjoy live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre on 22nd May, where our amazing apprentice storytellers will show off their skills!
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Macrame Workshop
Unleash your inner artist at this Macramé Workshop on 23rd May! It's perfect for beginners looking to learn a new skill or experienced crafters wanting to enhance their techniques!
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Edinburgh Napier University Degree Show 2024
The Edinburgh Napier Degree Show is a week-long celebration of our students' talent as they present their final projects to friends, family, industry and the public.
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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for this workshop on 25th May and learn how to work with eco resin and how to create colourful earrings for any occasion!
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Falastin Film Festival: In Conversation with Malak Mattar
How does occupation and siege affect art and individual artists? Join Palestinian artist Malak Mattar as she shares her experiences!
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‘HARK!’ Soundwalk Launch with Earth in Common and Deborah Shaw
Join Earth in Common for the launch of Soundwalk "HARK!", with live performances, and a guided tour of the new installation with Deborah Shaw on Sunday 26th May!
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Falastin Film Festival: Children & Family Day
Join in with craft activities, colouring books, storytelling, henna, reading materials for all ages, and children's books in Arabic!
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The Old Barn Pop Up Spring Makers Market
Makers Market The Lothians welcome you to our very lovely Spring Makers Market Pop up at the beautiful The Old Barn on 26th May!
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creative soundLAB: Clanimation Animation Collaboration
opera agency is delighted to announce we are collaborating with Scottish Animation Network 'Clanimation' for our creative soundLAB MAY 2024 event.
READ MOREBeginner’s Sewing Class - 2 week evening course
This beginner's sewing class in Edinburgh will help you become familiar with the basics of machine sewing and help you build your confidence using a domestic sewing machine.
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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral
Don't miss the very first makers market in the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh on 30th and 31st May!
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The Edinburgh Sketcher Returns to Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle and we are teaming up with him once again for some sketching workshops.
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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:
Adult Sunday Art Workshop: Pastel Painting Landscapes and Flowers
Have you ever fancied having a go at learning how to use pastels properly to create beautiful works of art? Join Caroline at The Wee Art Studio for this Sunday Art Workshop for adults!
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Eastwood Art Club
Eastwood Art Club offers members the opportunity to meet and paint at their own level in a friendly and constructive atmosphere!
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Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market
The Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market is your local indoor arts & crafts market held on the second Saturday of every month between March and October, with a festive weekend edition in November!
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Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Hickory Golf Workshop at Rusacks St Andrews
In this interactive one-hour workshop, you’ll learn how golf clubs used to be made and work hands-on with real antique hickory clubs, helping restore them to their former glory.
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Needle Felting Workshop
Enjoy a fun session creating a felted card or two with Helen Lawrenson at The Stables, Falkland Estate on Saturday 4th May!
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Gathering Surface – Dan Drage
We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.
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Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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Wednesday Collage Club: May Workshop
Join Concrete Nature at South Block in Glasgow on Wednesday 22nd May for a playful workshop exploring the art of still life collage!
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Glasgow Zine Fest: Publication Studio Inductions
A book-binding induction at Publication Studio Glasgow, CCA. Come along to learn how to print, trim, crease and bind your own book.
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Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
ArtyBits Club
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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New Lanark Maker’s Market
New Lanark's regular indoor and outdoor market's showcase the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!
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ArtSkills With Chrissy
ArtSkills with Chrissy is small class mentoring ideal for expanding your art skills and techniques!
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Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Adult Weekly Drawing and Painting Class
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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Lochwinnoch Soap Making Workshop
Enjoy an evening of soap making with the wonderful Lochwinnoch Soap Co at Tryptych Studios & The Ginger Cat Bookshop on Friday 3rd May!
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Browns Lane Market
Paisley's newest market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!
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Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Portrait Dolls
Join world famous textile sculptor Johanna Flannigan, aka The Pale Rook, for a relaxing weekend of hand sewing, creating a posable cloth portrait doll!
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Marbling on Paper and Fabric
Discover the mesmerising art of marbling on paper and fabric in this one-day workshop, where you’ll have a fun day of experimentation and create your own truly unique designs.
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Largs Market
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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