ARGENTIUM SILVER BUBBLE RING with Elizabeth Hunt – Thursday 31st October 2024 – 13.30pm

60-minute workshop – cost £31.00

Participants will leave with a unique ring hand crafted using Argentium Silver. They will learn to size, shape and fuse these beautiful rings and to then have them individually polished.

Minimum tools will be used to create these one-off designs, but all will achieve a professional finish.

Argentium is fun and fast to work with, making it a wonderful silver to introduce students to jewellery making.

Advisory Note:

All ages over 14 years with normal eyesight and dexterity (14 to 16 years with adult supervision only).

Meet the Tutor

Elizabeth Hunt

Elizabeth is a talented jewellery designer who specialises in creating unique pieces using Argentium silver. She is also a skilled tutor who has demonstrated her techniques on Jewellery TV and many live events. Her work is known for it’s high quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Elizabeth’s designs are both stylish and timeless, making them a popular choice among jewellery enthusiasts.

BEGINNER CHRISTMAS CUPCAKE DECORATING with Kerry Hemms – Thursday 31st October 2024 10.00am

2 hour workshop – cost £55.00

Are you a beginner looking to get into cake decorating? Join Kerry in these taster two hour workshops where you can learn how to decorate cupcakes using edible modelling paste

Students will take home 6 decorated edible cupcakes.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and sensible children over 12 years, but they must be accompanied by an adult who takes responsibility for them.

Please note this workshop is organised as part of Cake/Bake International, however the show is not open until Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd November.

Meet the Tutor

Kerry Hemms

Kerry Hemms has over 10 years experience as a full time cake artist, Kerry creates beautiful wedding and celebration cakes and teaches her craft online and in person. Kerry won Best in Show Cake International 2023. Kerry is an ambassador for The Cake Decorating Company.

BEGINNER TEDDY BEAR PICNIC CUPCAKE DECORATING with Kerry Hemms – Thursday 31st October 2024 15.00pm

2 hour workshop – cost £55.00

Are you a beginner looking to get into cake decorating? Join Kerry in these taster two hour workshops where you can learn how to decorate cupcakes using edible modelling paste

Students will take home 6 decorated edible cupcakes.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and sensible children over 12 years, but they must be accompanied by an adult who takes responsibility for them.

Please note this workshop is organised as part of Cake/Bake International, however the show is not open until Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd November.

Meet the Tutor

Kerry Hemms

BEGINNER HAND PAINTED CUPCAKE DECORATING with Kerry Hemms – Thursday 31st October 2024 12.30Pm

2 hour workshop – cost £55.00

Are you a beginner looking to get into cake decorating? Join Kerry in these taster two hour workshops where you can learn how to decorate cupcakes using edible modelling paste

Students will take home 6 decorated edible cupcakes.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and sensible children over 12 years, but they must be accompanied by an adult who takes responsibility for them.

Please note this workshop is organised as part of Cake/Bake International, however the show is not open until Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd November.

Meet the Tutor

Kerry Hemms

VIP: CARTONNAGE CALENDAR with Mark Vardy, Pinflair/Silvar Design – Thursday 31st October & Saturday 2nd November 2024

Workshop times: 13.00, 14.00 and 15.00

45-minute workshop

Discover the basics of cartonnage and make this useful calendar. Mark from Pinflair/Silvar Design will guide you through this simple no-sew process.

Advisory note:

No experience is necessary. Over 16’s only.

NOTE: Workshop places are on a first-come-first served basis.

Meet the Tutor

Mark Vardy Pinflair/Silvar Design

Mark has a passion for jewellery making. He has a level 3 NCFE certificate in craft and is a qualified adult education teacher. Mark founded Silvar Design in 2004, teaching a vast array of techniques, and he covers everything from costume jewellery design, macramé and kumihimo braiding through to stringing techniques, enamelling on copper and silver jewellery. More recently Silvar Design has partnered with Pinflair Creative Crafts

VIP: PAPERCUT BAUBLES with Abie Arnold, Hive of Craftivity – Thursday 31st October & Saturday 2nd November 2024

Workshop times: 10.00, 11.00 and 12.00

45-minute workshop

Abie from Hive of Craftivity will teach you how to make beautiful Christmas themed papercut decorations. You will explore papercutting in a totally new and exciting way using the revolutionary Gyro-Cut® Pro tool to create delicate filagree patterns.

Abie says, “Really great results and beautiful designs can be achieved with the Gyro-Cut®, and I’ll share all my hints and tips with you too!”

Advisory note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and sensible children over 16 years.

NOTE: Workshop places are on a first-come-first served basis.

Meet the Tutor

Abie Arnold

Abie is the owner of Hive of Craftivity. After 20 years successfully teaching in Primary Schools, Abie’s business now allows her to follow her lifelong passion of crafting. Abie simply adores crafting and wants to help others discover this love too. Crafting is good for you, on so many levels! Abie teaches a range of sociable craft workshops, Masterclasses, family craft sessions, events and parties across the West Midlands. Her promise is that once you try one of her workshops, you’ll be

WIRE SCULPTURE ANGEL DECORATION with Abie Arnold, Hive of Craftivity – Thursday 31st October 2024 14.30pm

60-minute workshop – cost £18.00

Join this festive workshop and create your own unique angel Christmas decoration.

You’ll learn the art of wire sculpting to form your angel and then embellish it with carefully chosen vintage music and book paper for a nostalgic look – it’s sure to add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas décor.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and sensible children over 12 years, but they must be accompanied by an adult who takes responsibility for them.

Meet the Tutor

Abie Arnold, Hive of Craftivity

Abie is the owner of Hive of Craftivity and after 20 years successful teaching in Primary Schools, Abie is now following her lifelong love of crafting.

Abie loves crafting and wants to help others discover this love too. Crafting is good for you, on so many levels.

Abie teaches a range of sociable craft workshops, masterclasses, family craft sessions, events and parties across the West Midlands. Her promise is that once you try one of her workshops, you will have learnt the skills to be able to practice and experiment with at home.

BLOCK PRINTED CHRISTMAS CRACKERS AND CARDS with Anna Weatherley-Hastings, The Indian Block Print Co. – Thursday 31st October 2024 10.00am

90-minute workshop – cost £25.00

Join Anna from The Indian Block Print Co. and block print your very own Christmas Cards and Christmas Crackers. You will leave with a stack of tags and cards and a set of Christmas Crackers all assembled with a hat, joke and sweet treat.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for adults and children over 12 years, but they must be accompanied by an adult.

Meet the Tutor

Anna Weatherley-Hastings

Anna has been part of The Indian Block Print Co. from the beginning. With over 10 years experience running block printing workshops she will share her in depth knowledge and tips with all things Block Printing.

GEL PLATE PRINTING with Hannah Blowes – Submerge Art – Thursday 31st October 2024 14.00pm

90-minute workshop – cost £30.00

Explore a variety of Gel Plate Printing techniques. Experiment with layering colour and texture using plants, stamps, stencils and household items onto paper and fabric.

Gel Plate printing is simple and fun without the need for a printing press or for any carving or drawing skills.

The reward is immediate and each print is truly unique.

By the end of the workshop, participants should feel confident enough to use and experiment with the gel plate printmaking techniques in their own home.

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for children over the age of 12 with parental supervision.

Meet the Tutor

Hannah Blowes

Hannah Blowes creates handmade prints from her workshop near Bude in Cornwall.

Having trained as a Theatre/Film Designer, Hannah then spent 15 years teaching Art & Design in secondary schools where it was magical to inspire students with a love of creativity and skill based learning.

Always drawn to the ocean, Hannah has been very fortunate to scuba dive in some amazing parts of the world and her artwork is inspired by her interactions with sea life. Hannah hopes to pass on her love of all things aquatic to you, as she really enjoys teaching printmaking techniques and runs workshops throughout the year.

CREATIVE THERMOFAX PRINTING with Alison Hulme, Eau Brink Studio – Thursday 31st October 2024 12:00pm

90-minute workshop – cost £25.00

Discover the captivating world of screen printing with Thermofax Screens in an immersive workshop led by the talented Alison Hulme.

Delve into the intricacies of this versatile technique as Alison expertly guides you through each step, from selecting the perfect pre-dyed fabric to bringing your designs to life through the magic of screen printing.

Advisory Note:

Suitable for all abilities over the age of 16.

Meet the Tutor

Alison Hulme

Alison Hulme, a talented textile artist hailing from Hampshire, UK, has made her mark in the world of stitched textiles. With a Foundation Degree in Stitched Textiles completed in 2013, Alison’s artistic journey has been filled with exhibitions, shows, and inspiring workshops.

With a passion for textiles that knows no bounds, Alison imparts her expertise through workshops, inspiring the next generation of textile artists. Alison’s journey highlights her talent, passion, and dedication to the craft.