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2012 workshop listing
Tailor-made workshops can be arranged for your own particular interests, a minimum of three people is needed. 10% discount will be applied to group bookings. Please phone for details. 098 21888
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Sunday 4th March Silver Clay Workshop – Pendants and Rings with Lisa Fahy – This full day workshop provides an introduction to working with silver clay. In the morning, we will practice basic metal clay skills by making pendants. In the afternoon, we will use those skills and more to design rings. All of the jewellery can be worn home at the end of the day. Due to the expensive cost of materials (metal clay is 99% pure silver) for this workshop pricing is higher than usual – you will make a minimum of three pieces. €130.00 closing date for bookings - 18th Feb 2012 CLASS IS LIMITED TO SIX - 3 PLACES LEFT
Lisa Fahy - Bio:
Lisa is an experienced workshop facilitator and has worked with the National Museum of Ireland and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. She earned her Level One Art Clay Certification at Art Clay Scotland in Edinburgh and is a member of the Art Clay Guild UK. Originally from Little Falls, NY, she now resides in Co. Mayo.
Silver clay is an exciting material developed and patented in the 1990s. Microscopic particles of silver are mixed with a moist binder to create a material that has the feel and working properties of modeling clay. Using simple tools, objects are easily given shape, texture, and character. After air-drying, the objects are heated to temperatures approaching the melting point of the metal, where the particles fuse together to make a dense, fully metallic object. Fired PMC work can be polished, soldered, enameled, and enjoyed like any other silver item.
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Thursday 26th April - Copper Work – Copper and Art Glass Bead Pendant. Design and make a copper pendant from scratch. This workshop is an introduction to basic copper work on a small scale for jewellery. Learn how to forge, cut and stamp sheet copper, melt copper wire to form a ball end and make a wire wrapped loop. No experience is needed. Cost €75.00
Friday 27th April –More Copper Work – this workshop is a continuation from the day before, giving students the opportunity to make more pieces and further their knowledge. Cost €50.00 for those that have booked day 1.
Book one day (Thursday 26th only) €75.00
Book two days Thursday 26th and Friday 27th) €125.00
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Thurs and Fri 30th and 31st August. Basket Weaving With Joe Hogan, Renowned Master Craftsman. This workshop is aimed at both beginners and basket weavers wishing to explore a different shape i.e. a shopper or small turf basket. The aim of the course is to give as thorough an introduction as possible to making a basket, from making the base to finishing the border, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Cost €160.00. (covers two days) Class limited to six students.
This is a very popular workshop, so to avoid disappointment please book early - closing date for bookings 30th July
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Scroll down to see some of my exciting workshops!
All courses include materials & light refreshments, please bring a packed lunch, and a note book will be useful.
All courses run from 10am to 4.30pm.
A 50% deposit is required with bookings. Deposits are non-refundable but your booking can be transferred with 7 days notice. Please pay by credit card or send a P.O. or a cheque made payable to Derryaun Crafts with your booking, to Suzie Sullivan, Derryaun Crafts, Sheefry House, Drummin, Nr Westport, Co Mayo. Tel. 098 21888.
Directions to Derryaun Crafts. From Westport, drive 5 miles on the N59 towards Leenane, turn right at Liscarney cross road, (sign posted to Drummin), drive 3.2 miles towards Drummin, turn left at sign post to Derryaun, drive 0.75 mile straight down gated single lane road, you may have to open and close two gates, we are the very last house.
From Leenane drive approx. 10 miles on the N59 towards Westport, turn left just past Eamon Omalley Motors, drive to T junction, turn left towards Drummin, drive 0.7 mile, turn left at sign post to Derryaun, drive 0.75 mile straight down gated single track, you may have to open and close two gates, we are the very last house.
Please allow yourself plenty of time for your journey, allow 25 minutes from Westport and 30 minutes from Leenane, I have no problem with early arrivals (settle in and have a coffee), but late arrivals disrupt the class for both tutor and students, the start of the class is a very important time, class starts at 10am. Contact us for details of local accomodation.
Derryaun crafts is a small independent maker of jewellery and textiles which has been in operation in County Mayo since 1998. Suzie Sullivan is proprietor of Derryaun Crafts. During this time Derryaun Crafts' original styles and distinctive designs have built up considerable goodwill in the local area and further afield. In the course of these craft workshops I will demonstrate many of my crafting methods and exhibit my own specific designs and pieces. Please note that these exhibits are the intellectual property of Derryaun Crafts and they should not be copied for commercial purposes in direct competition with those of Derryaun Crafts.
Thank you for your understanding.
Suzie Sullivan
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Tailor-made workshops can be arranged for your own particular interests, a minimum of three people is needed. 10% discount will be applied to group bookings. Please phone for details - here are some of the workshops on offer.
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| Metal Work – Copper and Art Glass Bead Pendant. Design and make a copper pendant from scratch. This workshop is an introduction to basic copper work on a small scale for jewellery. Learn how to forge, cut and stamp sheet copper, melt copper wire to form a ball end and make a wire wrapped loop. No experience is need. Cost €75.00 |
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| Copper pendants and plant pot ornaments. Working with copper sheet, wire and beads, learn several techniques such as cutting and forging copper sheet, applying a patina using a propane torch, stamping, melting wire into ball ends and wire wrapped loops. Cost €75.00 |
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Woolly Necklace. Design a mixed media necklace using a variety of materials and techniques. There will be a wide range of materials to excite your senses such as hand made felt beads (make your own if you like) copper and metal plate chain, copper sheet, mixed metal findings, leather thong, organza ribbon, glass beads and more. Techniques will include, stringing, making an ‘S’ clasp, cutting and stamping copper sheet and creating a patina. Cost 75.00 |
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Mixed Media Flower Painting Course with Jane Dunn.
This is a new and exciting course, with a different approach to traditional flower painting, bringing flowers to life with bright, rich colours and mixed media techniques.
We will use acrylic paints, oil pastels, charcoal, textiles and papers to create interesting textures and make visually stimulating paintings. It is an exciting and simple way of working, but very effective. I will guide you through the whole process and help you choose mediums and materials that work well with the flowers you choose.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
Beginners and more experienced are welcome and all will receive personal tuition in friendly informal surroundings.
Materials you will need to bring -
· acrylic paints
· oil pastels
· board to work on (24"x18"approx, plywood/hardboard)
· charcoal
· pencils
· strong cartridge paper
· paint brushes
· cheap 1" household paintbrush
· mixing palette (old white plate)
· old shirt or overall
· toilet roll.
Alternatively I can supply materials and equipment for 10euros each. Please specify when booking.
Artist, Jane Dunn lives and works in the west of Ireland and has over 20 years painting and teaching experience. She has exhibited widely in solo and group shows in Ireland and UK for many years.
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Basket weaving with Joe Hogan, Renowned Master Craftsman..
This workshop is aimed at both beginners and basket weavers wishing to explore a different shape i.e. a shopper or small turf basket. The aim of the course is to give as thorough an introduction as possible to making a basket, from making the base to finishing the border, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. There will also be information about growing a small willow bed.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Class limited to six students. bookings
Joe Hogan has been making baskets at Loch na Fooey since 1978 and in that time has earned a reputation for making strong, durable baskets of the highest quality. The colours in these award winning baskets are those of the natural willows which are grown at Loch na Fooey. www.Joehoganbaskets.com
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Lantern Making with Tom Meskell - Figurative Lanterns - two day workshop.
This is a lantern making workshop using wire as a framework and covering this with tissue, Tom has mainly used willow frames in the past but after spending time with the Liverpool Lantern company last December he is excited by the sculptural possibilities of working with wire. This is an in-depth two day workshop and will involve - Introduction to the materials - Planning the piece (the theme is the human form) - making the wire frame - installing lights - covering piece - arranging and documenting work. All materials are included, if you bring your favourite wire snips that is all you need. You can except to come out of the workshop with a finished lantern of a life size human being.
Birds - one day workshop - Explore other shapes from nature using the same techniques as described above.Cost €85.00 Class limited to six students
Tom Meskell has developed a reputation for working in many media, mainly in his ability to work with groups and as a coordinator of people in creating art work.
His most successful projects have been sculptural lantern projects and environmental sculpture projects, tom is also a highly respected arts in health practitioner.
Tom’s work has appeared in the Kilkenny arts festival, Roula Boula Festival, Public art award with Mayo Co Co, Cosan Glas environmental sculpture trail, New ground environmental sculpture project, Raumers residency Finland, to name but a few.
Transport issues – (for lanterns) finished lanterns need time for the glue to dry, therefore we are suggesting that if you live locally your finished lantern can be collected from my studio when it is dry – or if you live a distance you can finish your lantern at home, Tom will provide you with all the knowledge and materials.
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Found Object Sculpture with Tom Meskell.
Bring along your collection of found objects such as bog wood, drift wood, stones, shells, rusty metal, feathers or anything that takes your fancy. Tom will expertly guide you through the process of assembly and sculpture. Cost €85.00
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Stick Pin Art Doll.
Oh what fun, create your very own mini art doll using sara silk, wire, wool and ‘Artgirlz’ charms. This workshop gives step by step instruction on how to make a wire armature, needle felt a head and face (optional) wrapping techniques and decorative wire work. The finished doll is approximately 4 inches.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00
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Bead Weaving - Spiral rope.
Learn the stitch. Spiral rope is an easy stitch to master, it has a wonderful drape and there is great potential for variation simply by using different shapes and sizes of beads. It can be used to create bracelets, necklaces, lariats and earrings. Some ability in using a small needle and thread is needed for this class.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00
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Luxury Jewellery Making.
One day course – make yourself something really special using sterling silver wire, findings, beads, pearls and semi precious stones. Learn how to design a necklace, string beads, attach clasps and rings and make wire wrapped loops for dangles, earrings and connectors using precision tools. You will make an elegant classically designed necklace and a pair of earrings to match. There will be a range of silver beads, pearls and stones for you to choose from…. turquoise, labradorite, lapis, black stone, chrysocolla, coral, sponge coral, print stone and hematite . No experience needed. NB. The price below includes all materials to make one necklace and a pair of earrings, extra pieces made will be charged at cost.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €120.00 |
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Precious Metal Clay (silver Clay)
Learn how to make a pendant and a ring from silver clay. This one day workshop will be an detailed introduction and will cover many acpects of working with precious metal clay. Students will be making a minimum of 3 pieces. Silver Clay fired is 99% pure silver. Due to the expensive cost of materials for this workshop pricing is higher than usual €130.00.
Silver clay is an exciting material developed and patented in the 1990s. Microscopic particles of silver are mixed with a moist binder to create a material that has the feel and working properties of modeling clay. Using simple tools, objects are easily given shape, texture, and character. After air-drying, the objects are heated to temperatures approaching the melting point of the metal, where the particles fuse together to make a dense, fully metallic object. Fired PMC work can be polished, soldered, enameled, and enjoyed like any other silver item. |
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Copper, Beads and Wire.
Learn how to make this beautiful beady animal hanger. This exciting workshop will include all the following techniques, forging and cutting sheet copper into shapes, applying a patina using a propane and oxygen flame, melting wire into ball ends, coiling and making wire wrapped loops, all these techniques can be incorporated in jewellery making to give a bold unique look.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Wild Woven Animals with Tom Meskell. Two day environmental sculpture course. Projects include - Bark drawing, group sculpture and found object sculpture.
This is a two day exploration of the use of natural materials and their potential in creating indoor and outdoor sculptures, in the beautiful setting of Derryaun, Drummin. In this time we will have an overview of environmental art and will through walks identify material that is suitable for making sculpture.
The aim of the two days are ;
· To enable artists and non artists to identify natural materials which are are suitable to build sculptures with.
· To become aware of the potential of working with natural materials in a sculptural sense.
· To learn some basic techniques that are useful in working with natural materials.
What people need to bring; Craft knife/stanley knife. Walking shoes and a rain jacket. A cameral pruning tool.
Tom Meskell has developed a reputation for working in many media, mainly in his ability to work with groups and as a coordinator of people in creating art work.
His most successful projects have been sculptural lantern projects and environmental sculpture projects, tom is also a highly respected arts in health practitioner.
Tom’s work has appeared in the Kilkenny arts festival, Roula Boula Festival, Public art award with Mayo Co Co, Cosan Glas environmental sculpture trail, New ground environmental sculpture project, Raumers residency Finland, to name but a few.
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Basic Traditional Wet Felting for Beginners.
Learn all about wool fibre and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt using hot water soap and friction, we will focus on sample pieces using basic techniques, and explore how to add surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk, raw fleece and wool knops. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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3D Needle Felted Figures -
Learn how to use a felting needle to sculpt wool. In this detailed workshop you will learn how to make a wire armature and various felting techniques to build your figurative form and guidance on how to make pixie hats and clothes etc. This is a new and exciting craft and has endless possibilities for a creative mind. This craft involves using a very sharp needle and is not suitable for children under 12 years.
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Fleece Dog
Needle felt your own cute miniature dog, this workshop is inspired by the charming book 'Fleece Dog' by Sinco, the dogs are made from natural coloured carded wool, have a wire interior for movable limbs and fit into the palm of your hand. Bring an image of your own dog (or cat) to copy. This craft involves using a very sharp needle and is not suitable for children under 12 years. No experience is needed. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Wonderful Wire Work
Learn all about wire and how to shape it by using jewellery pliers and a specialist tool called a 'twist and curl'. Create unusual coiled wire beads, (beads completely made of bright shiny wire) learn how to make spirals and wire wrapped loops for connectors, dangles and earrings. If you enjoy jewellery making, this craft will add a new dimension to your designs, the tools are easy to use and need no experience. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Basic Traditional Wet Felting
Learn all about wool fibre, and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt, using hot water soap and friction, we will focus on sample pieces using basic techniques, and explore how to add surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk, raw fleece and wool knops. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed.
Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Bead Weaving - Beaded beads
Learn the
art of stitching small seed beads together to form a focal
bead, once you have learnt the basic techniques, the combinations are endless, beaded beads can be used as a single focal bead, button fasteners, earrings etc. experience in using a fine needle and thread would be beneficial for this workshop. Some experience in using a fine needle and thread would be beneficial for this workshop.
Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. There will be an extra charge for any silver jewellery findings on the day.
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Silk Paper Making
Learn all about silk fibre and how to make luscious pieces of silk paper, embossed leaves and a silk paper bowl. Day 1 will focus on learning about the different types of silk fibre, making sheets of paper, a bowl or tea light holder and embossed silk leaves. Day 2 will focus on finishing off the silk leaves and bowl, plus instructions on how to make instant silk paper.
Silk paper is very strong and can be stitched for further surface embellishment for use in greetings cards,collage, hollow forms etc.
Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Jewellery making - Making the most of memory wire.
Learn how to make this elegant multi stranded bracelet using coiled wire, bar spacers and beads, the bracelets are finished off with ball ends for that professional look, these designs can also be adapted to make chokers. No experience is needed. If you prefer to use sterling silver beads and spacers for your piece, there will be an extra charge on the day.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Felted Jewellery - Combined wire, fibre and bead workshop.
This is an exciting workshop that covers three techniques; making felt beads using a felting needle and washing machine; making wire connector 'beads' using a 'twist and curl' tool; the art of stitching onto the felt beads. There is a lot of attention to detail in this course, and will require some experience in needlework. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Needle Felted Animals.
3D needle felting, learn how to use a felting needle to sculpt wool. Using natural wool fibres, create your own adorable little animal, they have a wire interior for movable limbs and fit into the palm of your hand. Bring an image of a favorite animal to copy. This craft has endless possibilities for a creative mind. This craft involves using a very sharp needle and is not suitable for children under 12 years. No experience is needed. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Basic Crochet with Patrica Overton.
"Crochet is not just about granny-squares and doilies. It can also be a fashion statement! Throughout the 'Introduction to Crochet' workshop I will work with you, at your own pace, to demonstrate the basics steps to crochet: starting with step-one; a chain - through to the basic crochet stitches, which are used to make up all crochet patterns. I will explain the terms used in crochet patterns and, as a back-up, there will be some examples of crochet stitches for your perusal".
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
BIOPIC:
Pat Overton was born in Dublin. Moving subsequently, at the age of 21, to the U.K. She returned to Ireland in 2005 and settled happily in Kilsallagh, Westport.
Pat was taught to crochet by her mother who was a prolific crocheter; creating not only First Communion outfits
but elaborate full-length wedding dresses.
Crochet has become second nature to Pat and she is delighted to be able to pass the skill on to a new generation - just as she learnt herself from a previous generation.
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Tapestry Weaving for Beginners
This class will cover the basic techniques of tapestry weaving to get you started. How to attach the warp to a simple wooden frame, basic techniques such as making a hem, soumac, pick and pick, and finish off a piece of weaving. You can use the workshop's simple weaving frames or feel free to bring your own frame (in case you wish ti finish your piece at home), an olf pine picture frame no larger than 20" by 20" or something similar will do. Warping material and wools will be provided. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Traditional Wet Felting - hollow seamless forms.
By popular request, I am running this workshop again. Learn all about wool fibre and how to make a hollow form using a plastic resist. This technique will give knowledge to create any hollow form such as hats, vessels, slippers, purses, bags etc. We will also explore how to use surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk fibre, raw fleece etc. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Wild Wire Flowers.
Working with wire, beads and colourful tubular knitted wire, learn how to make coils, spirals and wire warps using precision jewellery tools to create delicate and bold flowers that can be used as accessories and sculptural work. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts.
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Woven Jewellery using Wire, Fibre and Beads.
Make this stunning woven pendant with a built in bail or a pair of earrings by learning how to melt the wire to form a ball end (optional), simple ‘tapestry’ weaving incorporating beads and how to make wire wrapped loops to connect ear wires etc.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost
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Basic Jewellery Making
Learn all about beads, findings, wire and basic bead stringing. Learn how to make wire wrapped loops for dangles, earrings and connectors. You will make a pretty necklace and a pair of earrings, which will give you the confidence to have a go at home. No experience needed. NB. If you prefer to use sterling silver clasps and ear wires for your pieces, there will be an extra charge on the day. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost
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Needle felt a woolly picture
Learn how to use a felting needle to attach wool fibre onto a fabric base. This new craft has endless possibilities for creating greetings cards, small pictures and wall hangings. Needle felting involves using a very sharp needle and is not suitable for children under 12 years. No experience is needed.
Learn more ....
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Bead Weaving - right angle weave netting
The fascinating art of bead weaving involves using a fine beading needle and special nylon thread to stitch together tiny seed beads to form beady tubes, ropes, netting and beaded beads.
Also learn all about the shapes, sizes and colour definitions of beads. Right angle weave - netting, this stitch is mostly used for forming flat pieces for making bracelets, chokers etc., it can also be used for smaller pieces such as earrings and button fasteners. Create the basic netting as a base, then learn how to embellish the netting with contrasting beads to add colour and texture. Some experience in
using a fine needle and thread would be beneficial for this workshop.
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Traditional Wet Felting - Hollow Seamless Form Slippers
Learn all about wool fibre and how to make a cosy pair of slippers using a plastic resist. You can make any size from baby to adult using natural or coloured wool, the choice is yours. This technique will enable you to create any hollow form such as hats, vessels, purses, bags etc. We will also explore how to use surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk fibre, wensleydale curls, raw fleece etc. This class is suitable for beginners or felt makers wishing to broaden their knowledge. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00
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Jewellery Making – Recycle, Restyle and Design
You will all have pieces of jewellery lying in a drawer that are either broken or out of fashion, why not bring them along to my studio to learn and have fun restyling or repairing your pieces. I will be there to guide and help with design and teach all the basic jewellery making techniques such as wire wrapped loops, stringing etc. This course includes all materials for re-stringing; beading wire, clasps, extra beads, ear wires, if silver findings and art glass focal beads are required there will be an extra charge at cost.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00
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Needle felt a landscape
Learn how to use a felting needle to attach wool fibre onto a fabric base and how to use hand carders to blend wool and colour to create a landscape scene. This new craft has endless possibilities for creating greetings cards, small pictures and wall hangings. Needle felting involves using a very sharp needle and is not suitable for children under 12 years. No experience is needed. Learn more ....
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00
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Metal Work – Copper charm bracelet.
Design and make a copper charm bracelet from scratch. Using glass beads, copper sheet and wire, learn how to make wire wrapped loops, coils, head pins, spirals, decorative bead caps and clasps. Also, how to cut, forge, texture and stamp copper sheet. This is an excellent foundation course for those who might be interested in working with silver at a later stage.
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €140.00
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Rags to Riches - rag rug making – Recycle your old clothes!
Learn the traditional craft of rag rug making. Old clothes or fabric remnants are cut into strips and hooked through a hessian base stretched over a simple wooden frame. Create your own rug, wall hanging or cushion covers, you will be amazed at the variety of materials you can use and the end results are stunning!
Venue: Derryaun Crafts. Cost €75.00.
NB. Wooden frames are available for use in my studio but you can bring your own frame so that you can take your unfinished piece home to continue working on it. Artist’s stretcher frame or a strong pine frame is ideal, no larger than 20 X 20 inches.
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