Beadwork workshop with Morag Chambers 26th March 2022 @ 10:30am
Regular price
£35.00
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In this class perfect for beginners, expert Morag Chambers will guide you in the art of beadwork as you create a bracelet and a pair of earrings.
Time: 10:30am -12:30pm
All materials and light refreshments included.
This workshop will take place in our spacious 1st floor Makers House Studio (Please note there is no lift available) and we suggest that you wear a mask or visor for the workshop if you can and where possible. We will provide hand sanitiser, hand washing facilities & sealed refreshments.
Get to know Morag
Working from my home studio in Bangor, N.Ireland, I design, make and deliver all the jewellery you see on this website.
Many of my pieces take inspiration from celtic art and all the jewellery is made using certified recycled sterling silver, with the addition of semi precious stones. I use traditional metalsmithing techniques, self taught over many years of enjoyment, with the aim of creating unusual jewellery that's different from the high street and a pleasure to wear.
The Blue Ridge Craft Company are a small family run business based on the world famous Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland, and as their name suggests they also spend some time in the equally beautiful US state of Virginia....on the trail of the lonesome pine!.
They specialise in handcrafted wax hurricane lanterns using Irish linens, batik & cotton fabrics from around the world, which are illuminated by a super bright battery powered LED,(which burns for approx 35 hrs of continuous use, batteries are standard watch batteries which are readily available in the market place).
The latest addition to our family is Frieda the ceramic Friesian, wonderfully created by Caroline of Dernagross Designs.
Frame stands independently or can be hung on a wall.
Dimensions (Approx): 12.5cm x 12.5cm
About Dernagross Designs
Caroline has been teaching Art & Design at a local high school. She has always loved art and went on to study ceramics at university after completing a foundation year at college. From a young age Caroline enjoyed making and exploring materials and learning new techniques.
Married to husband Stephen, Caroline lives on Dernagross Farm . There’s so much to be inspired by - from sheep, cows, chickens..and collie dogs!
Another new addition to our family is Hilda the ceramic Highland, wonderfully created by Caroline of Dernagross Designs.
Frame stands independently or can be hung on a wall.
Dimensions (Approx): 12.5cm x 12.5cm
About Dernagross Designs
Caroline has been teaching Art & Design at a local high school. She has always loved art and went on to study ceramics at university after completing a foundation year at college. From a young age Caroline enjoyed making and exploring materials and learning new techniques.
Married to husband Stephen, Caroline lives on Dernagross Farm . There’s so much to be inspired by - from sheep, cows, chickens..and collie dogs!
These gorgeous stud earrings have been handmade by Diane Sutherland.
Each piece is totally unique and is the perfect finishing touch for any outfit.
Dimensions: Rectangle: approx. 0.5cm x 0.2cm, Square: approx. 0.4cm x 0.4 cm, Circle: diameter approx. 0.5cm.
For hygiene reasons earrings cannot be exchanged or refunded
Who is Diane?
Diane is a graduate of the prestigious Glasgow School of Art with a degree in Silver Smithing and Jewellery. Diane has been designing and making Jewellery professionally for over 15 years from her studio in Belfast.
Diane designs and makes women's and men's jewellery ranging from necklaces to bangles; earrings; rings; pendants and cufflinks. These are all one off commission pieces or small batch collections. All her work is handmade using traditional techniques. Diane's style is elegant and minimal, her jewellery can be worn from day to night with ease. Diane's work displays a strong geometric identity, yet it is infused with organic pattern. Diane completed a specialist course in the art of filigree in Portugal. This love of pattern making and traditional skills combined with geometry shines through in her unique jewellery designs.
These gorgeous stud earrings have been handmade by Diane Sutherland.
Each piece is totally unique and is the perfect finishing touch for any outfit.
Dimensions: Rectangle: approx. 0.5cm x 0.4cm
For hygiene reasons earrings cannot be exchanged or refunded
Who is Diane?
Diane is a graduate of the prestigious Glasgow School of Art with a degree in Silver Smithing and Jewellery. Diane has been designing and making Jewellery professionally for over 15 years from her studio in Belfast.
Diane designs and makes women's and men's jewellery ranging from necklaces to bangles; earrings; rings; pendants and cufflinks. These are all one off commission pieces or small batch collections. All her work is handmade using traditional techniques. Diane's style is elegant and minimal, her jewellery can be worn from day to night with ease. Diane's work displays a strong geometric identity, yet it is infused with organic pattern. Diane completed a specialist course in the art of filigree in Portugal. This love of pattern making and traditional skills combined with geometry shines through in her unique jewellery designs.
A simple white cushion woven in cotton and printed with a design that resembles brush strokes with black colour. Despite only using the colours black and white this cushion adds a special touch to any chair, sofa or bed you place it in. The simple graphic print serves as a perfect contrast to the often soft material that this cushion will be placed upon.
This vase is made of brown glass in its own distinctive design. The clear brown glass lets you see through the vase and see the flower from stem to petals. It has some similarities in shape to a drinking glass, except this vase is a couple of times bigger and has details that differentiate it from the drinking glass and other glass vases.
Handed By - Hunting Green Basket Tall (Click & Collect Only)
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£37.95
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Up high basket by Handed by
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions: Height 20 Cm. Width: 26 Cm. Depth: 26 Cm. Total height 60cm
Handed By - Mustard Basket Up High (Click & Collect)
Regular price
£39.95
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Handed By - Mustard Basket Up High
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions: Height 20 Cm. Width: 26 Cm. Depth: 26 Cm. Total height 60cm
Handed By - Up High Basket Copper Blush (Click & Collect Only)
Regular price
£37.95
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Tax included.
Handed By - Up High Basket Copper Blush
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions: Height 20 Cm. Width: 26 Cm. Depth: 26 Cm. Total height 60cm
Handed By - Up Low Basket Flint Grey (Click & Collect Only)
Regular price
£34.95
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Tax included.
Handed By - Up Low Basket Flint Grey
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions Height 16 Cm. Width: 34 Cm. Depth: 34 Cm. Total height 26cm
Handed By - Up Low Hunting Green (Click & Collect Only)
Regular price
£34.95
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Tax included.
Handed By - Up Low Hunting Green
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions Height 16 Cm. Width: 34 Cm. Depth: 34 Cm. Total height 26cm
Handed By - Up Mid Copper Blush Basket (Click & Collect Only)
Regular price
£39.95
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Tax included.
Handed By - Up Mid Cooper Blush Basket
The raised flower bed puts your plants in the spotlight. The handmade basket is attached to three feet, made of environmentally friendly cinnamon wood. Use it for a big cactus or plant and put it in a prominent place in the living room or kitchen.
Dimensions: Height 24 Cm. Width: 34 Cm. Depth: 34 Cm. Total height 39cm
Our classic Aran scarf knitted with tradition Aran stitches of honeycomb, lattice and cables to keep you warm. Made from a blend of 95% wool, 5% cashmere for an even softer, more luxurious feel to cosy into. 23 cm x 180 cm.
Hand wash in lukewarm water, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, dry flat, reshape while damp, warm iron, store folded in cool, dry place.
Dublin is the home of Ireland's Eye Knitwear where the O'Sullivan family have been creating traditional Irish knitwear since 1968. Today the thriving business is still a family affair, run by brothers Paul and Brendan O'Sulivan.
Our classic Aran scarf knitted with tradition Aran stitches of honeycomb, lattice and cables to keep you warm. Made from a blend of 95% wool, 5% cashmere for an even softer, more luxurious feel to cosy into. 23 cm x 180 cm.
Hand wash in lukewarm water, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, dry flat, reshape while damp, warm iron, store folded in cool, dry place.
With its simplistic conical shape and its bright yellow colour, this vase can add a splash of colour to any table, dresser, shelf or window sill. Especially if you fill it with colourful flowers as well. This vase is made of iron and painted yellow with a rough metal finish which makes an interesting and decorative contrast to the flowers you place in it.
Hand thrown medium serving dish glazed in our signature silk matt glazes to enhance their elegantly sleek lines. These medium-size dishes are perfect for salads, bread, cheese and fruit etc.
About John Ryan
Master craftsman John Ryan studied ceramics at Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny in 1993 where he finished top of his class before working for several of Ireland’s top studio potters. John then travelled extensively throughout the Middle East and Japan where he developed his skills as a potter.
He set up his own studio in 1997 in the rural heartland of south county Sligo where he has been making functional and decorative stoneware ceramics for the past 20 years drawing inspiration from the simplicity and beauty of the surrounding landscape of the west of Ireland.
All the pieces are hand thrown by John on the potter’s wheel then fired to stoneware temperature and decorated in food safe glazes which John has made up himself, all this make his work food safe, dishwasher and oven proof.
Felted Art from the 'calm' collection by Textile Artist Linda Lewis. Linda Uses a combination of wet felt and needle felt to create her stunning pictures
Frame Size: 23cm x 23cm
About Linda Lewis
I am a Textile Artist and Special Needs/Art Coordinator. I create Felt pictures which respond to local landscapes. I am fortunate to be able to extract both inspiration and material from our Coastline. The pictures are created using locally sourced sheep’s wool, which I feel adds a certain familiarity to the narrative of each piece. The wool is felted by hand to create depth, texture and feeling of movement - evoked by our beautiful and temperamental landscape.
Dunluce Castle felted art by Textile Artist Linda Lewis. Linda Uses a combination of wet felt and needle felt to create her stunning pictures
Frame Size: 23cm x 23cm
About Linda Lewis
I am a Textile Artist and Special Needs/Art Coordinator. I create Felt pictures which respond to local landscapes. I am fortunate to be able to extract both inspiration and material from our Coastline. The pictures are created using locally sourced sheep’s wool, which I feel adds a certain familiarity to the narrative of each piece. The wool is felted by hand to create depth, texture and feeling of movement - evoked by our beautiful and temperamental landscape.
Mcnutt Boxed Merino Lambswool Scarf. Mucnutt of Donegal source the finest quality merino wool to produce the softest lambswool scarf around. Its fibers are lighter than sheep’s wool making it incredibly soft to the touch, ideal for people with sensitive skin.
Description:
Keep warm and snug in this classic herringbone merino wool scarf. A perfect accessory to any outfit.
100% Merino Lambswool
Size: Approximately 215cm x 28cm
About McNutt
Located in the seaside village of Downings, on Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way, McNutt of Donegal have been producing some of the world's finest weaves for over 60 years. Every collection is designed in-house by a dedicated team of talented designers who remain constantly inspired by the rugged coastline and nature's playground that surrounds them. Using only the very best quality wool, combined with excellent local craftsmanship, McNutt of Donegal create something very special every day.
