If you're shopping for someone else but not sure what to give them ... why not treat them to a Tea & Crafting gift voucher. Our vouchers can be used on any workshop across the site and are automatically delivered by email with instructions to redeem them at checkout. Vouchers are valid for 12 months (however classes can be booked for a date that is beyond the 12 month period). We know that sometimes gift cards are bought with a workshop in mind, however in the event that the workshop ceases to run, you will not be eligible for a refund. However we have an extensive range of workshops and are always adding so we hope that something tempts you!
We now have the option of a physical gift card! Please let us know that you'd like one of these at the time of booking, if we don't get a message we will assume you prefer to send your voucher via email. Also please bear in mind that the last day for Christmas posting is 19th of December.
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We love those cosy nights in, with soft lighting, reading in bed or on the sofa under a blanket. It's been proven that lighting can have a calming effect on your mood and warm lighting creates a comforting and cosy atmosphere.
In this workshop you will get to create and play with air dry clay and when it comes to homewares it's such a great technique to know as you can really customise these handmade clay lamps without the need for a kiln.
During this session you will be working with air dry clay and we will talk you through some techniques and tips to achieve smooth finishes, and even rolling of your clay.
We will work with you step by step to create these cylindrical shapes for our lights and with the left over clay we will make a little trinket dish to match you lamp. We will also show you how to create that sought after speckled painted look.
All levels
Duration:
1 hour
What do I get:
- A 90% energy saving LED Edison Light bulb (in warm white)
- Electric fitting with switch for your lightbulb
- 500g of Air Dry Clay
- A mould to help form the shape for your lamp
- Gloves to work with
- Clay sponge to achieve that final smooth finish
- Height measures for rolling out your clay
- Paint and brush to achieve this modern painted effect
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As macrame becomes increasingly popular, cropping up everywhere from homewares to jewellery to clothing and all over Pinterest, we are showing you how to recreate these designs yourself with our beginner's workshop. In this class you will learn all the basics of macrame, including what materials to use, how to do basic macrame knots, and how to read macrame patterns.
You will combine different knots and techniques to create a beautiful vintage inspired macrame plant hanger to take home with you. Use your skills to make yourself a wall hanging when you get home. Its all possible once you know the basic knots!
Why not take a look at our Beginner Wall Hanging Class too here
Beginners
Duration:
2 hours
No, you are given high a skein of high quality Macrame cord and everything else you need to complete your plant hanger. The plant hanger holds a range of pot sizes and shapes!
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
If you can't take an in-person class why not try this class as a live and interactive online class? More info here.
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Have you always wanted to learn how to make your own Terrazo style Jesmonite coasters that are taking over interior design feeds?
Jesmonite is a versatile material, made from a compound and a water-based resin that will create a different effect each and every time, its hard to make two completely identical. The best thing to note about this product is that its safe and non toxic and extremely environmentally friendly too!
Create your own Jesmonite coasters at home with a Terrazo style effect or marble effect. You will learn both techniques and choose to try them out both or just stick with one.
We'll educate you on what the correct measurement of each component is, how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create one of a kind unique Jesmonite coasters. This knowledge will see you through all your Jesmonite making projects.
You will make a pair of coasters in the workshop and we will also show you how to sand your coasters and seal them to make them spill proof as well as pass on our tried and tested tips. You'll finish your coasters by adding some lovely cork pads to add to the bottom of your coasters for that shop bought look!
And if you're feeling generous - they do make rather good gifts! We have lots of tips on how to personalise your coasters for that extra special touch.
Suitable for all levels
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything to the Class:
Everything you need is provided for you to use in the class and you will be able to choose from a range of Jesmonite pigments to dye your base colour as well choose the colour chips you would like to incorporate into your coasters.