Arts And Crafts events in Edinburgh
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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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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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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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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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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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Jewellery Class - Make a sterling silver bangle
Learn how to make a medium weight sterling silver bangle in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Exhibition ‘Windswept Land’
Windswept Land is an exhibition at Birch Tree Gallery by two female artist who work in different locations but share a passion for outdoors and nature.
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Meet the Artist: Janine Baldwin
Join artist Janine Baldwin at Birch Tree Gallery on 18th May as she gives a brief introduction to her creative background and techniques, then shows us how she creates a collage.
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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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Quiet: Charlene Scott & Roanne O’Donnell
This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together two Scottish based artists, Charlene Scott and Roanne O'Donnell, whose works are calm, contemplative and understated.
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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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Abbeymount Open Studios Weekend
We’re excited to open our doors to the public again on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June, giving you a chance to meet our resident artists and browse an exciting variety of works.
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Chinese Fan Painting Workshop
Step into the captivating world of Chinese brush painting at the Confucius Institute for Scotland's upcoming Chinese Fan Painting Workshop on Saturday June 1st!
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Meet the Artist: Eleanor Cunningham
Join artist Eleanor Cunningham at Birch Tree Gallery on 1st June as she gives a brief introduction to her creative background followed by a demonstration of layering techniques!
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Sea Glass Jewellery Workshop
Join Leith Makers for a relaxed and creative two hour workshop on 1st June and learn to make your very own sea glass jewellery!
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Weaving Masterclass at Edinburgh Park
This is an exciting opportunity to join Dovecot Studios Master Weavers Naomi Robertson and Emma Jo Webster for an exclusive weaving masterclass at Edinburgh Park on 1st June!
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In remembrance of the Scottish Witch Hunts
The Weaving Creative Threads Event at the Scottish Storytelling Centre features an evocative blend of artists, storytellers, singers, and speakers gathering to remember Scotland's accused witches.
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Auction | Scottish Paintings & Sculpture
Lyon & Turnbull are delighted to present their flagship Scottish Paintings & Sculpture featuring J. D. Fergusson at 150 auction, taking place live in Edinburgh and online on Thursday 6th June.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshops - Birds & Flowers
Held at the Confucius Institute campus in Edinburgh, this three-week course on Chinese birds and flowers painting is suitable for both beginners and advanced students.
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17th-Century Picnic with Alice Thornton’s Books
Bring a picnic and join Alice Thornton’s Books for a 17th-century afternoon, bringing herbal remedies, reading and creative writing to Edinburgh's Starbank Park.
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Collect and Create Sea Glass Jewellery
Enjoy a creative afternoon workshop beach combing for sea glass then back to Joy Revival Design Studio where you will learn two different techniques to make your very own sea glass jewellery!
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Ink | Paper | Print - Letterpress Workshop
Join Book Artist and Printmaker Gen Harrison for a fun and exciting one-day workshop where you will learn the art of letterpress printing!
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Pressed Flowers Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for this workshop on 8th June and learn how to create your own flowery tray using eco-friendly materials!
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Summer Mosaics
Join us at Lauriston Castle for a 2-day workshop making beautiful mosaic panels inspired by the colours of summer with Margaret Findlay!
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Intermediate Sewing Class - 2 Week Evening Course
This intermediate class is aimed at folks who've attended a beginner's sewing class (or already familiar with sewing up and threading a sewing machine) and would like to progress their skills.
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Pressed Flowers Clock - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Learn how to create your own flowery wall clock using eco-friendly materials at this workshop run by Polymorphics on Saturday 15th June!
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Sci-Fire: A Creative Writing Workshop
Join us on 15th June at the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage for this writing workshop where you’ll think creatively and playfully to imagine new tales about the future of firefighting!
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Exploring Anatomy Through Art: Patchworking Eyes
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums and Artist Consuelo Rosa Servan for this workshop introducing the basics of Patchwork and Textile Art through the exploration of the anatomy of the eye.
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Loud Poets - June Showcase
Don’t miss Scotland’s best spoken word night - Loud Poets Showcase - at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 21st June!
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Japanese Boro Stitching Workshop
Join us Dovecot Studios on 22nd June for a slow stitching workshop inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition of repeatedly mending fabrics!
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Pressed Flowers Mini Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Learn how to create your own flowery tray using eco-friendly materials at this workshop run by Polymorphics on 22nd June!
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Garment Making - 6 Week Evening Class
Spend 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings in the sewing studio with an expert tutor and make any garment of your choosing!
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Colour and Light exhibition by artist Jill Ashforth
Colour and Light is an exhibition by Edinburgh artist Jill Ashforth showing at Dundas Street Gallery from 28th to 30th June.
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Guid Crack: Old Stories Made New - with Niall Moorjani
Join guest storyteller Niall Moorjani for an evening of storytelling where the old stories are rethought in playful and thought-provoking ways.
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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle
In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.
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Chinese Brush Painting Outdoor Workshop – Scottish Landscape
Taking inspiration from the wonderful view from Abden House, this workshop on 29th June will mix classroom-based exercises and outdoor sketching and painting, weather permitted.
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Jewellery Class - Make a Sea Glass Ring
Learn how to make your own sterling silver sea glass ring in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
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Burgh Blatherers' Storytelling Ceilidh: Children of the Sun
Join Edinburgh's own Burgh Blatherers on 3rd July for next regular open-floor storytelling night taking place throughout the year!
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Eco Lampshade Workshop
Make your own, eco-friendly lampshade in a relaxed environment at this workshop run by Joy Revival Design Studio on 6th July at Leith Makers!
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Summer Printmaking Courses
Edinburgh Printmakers have a range of courses this summer taking place over 3 or 4 days, including screenprinting, etching, relief printing, and the protected heritage craft of stone lithography.
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Summer Art Camp
Join Little Plaza in our cafe space while your kids are engaged in summer camp and other single sessions in the summer! Suitable for P2 - P7 kids.
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Summer Outdoor Club
Dynamic Earth’s Summer Outdoor Club is back. Join us for a week of fun and adventure in Holyrood Park, perfect for kids aged between 7 to 12 who love being outdoors and exploring the natural world!
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!
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Edinburgh Art Festival
The Edinburgh Art Festival, the UK's largest festival of visual arts, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and returns to the capital from August 9th to 25th.
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Tea Green Summer Market: National Galleries of Scotland: National
Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Summer Market at the National Galleries Scotland: National this August!
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Edinburgh Psych Fest
Edinburgh Psych Fest returns to Scotland’s capital on Sunday 1st September after the sell-out success of its inaugural year!
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8 Week Watercolour Painting Course - Wednesdays
The Edinburgh Art Workshop is offering an 8-week watercolour course for beginner and intermediate artists, starting on Wednesdays from 2nd October.
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The Edinburgh Art Workshop is offering an 8-week watercolour course for beginner and intermediate artists, starting on Thursday from 3rd October.
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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:
Summer Art School - Willow & Clay
8 to 14 year olds are invited to join artist Rosi Nyamakanga for a Willow & Clay Summer Art School at Newton Mearns Parish Church's Memorial Hall!
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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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Greenbank Garden Market
Greenbank Garden Market features a fantastic line up of top quality producers and makers bringing with them all kinds of wonderful foods, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!
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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:
Plant Sale at St Athernase Church in Leuchars
The Regeneration Fundraising Committee for St Athernase will be holding a plant sale at the church as well as offering free conducted tours of one of Scotland's architectural gems.
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100 Species
Curated and presented by Edinburgh Shoreline, the 100 Species Exhibition celebrates the life that thrives on our coast and in our seas. Catch it at The Scottish Fisheries Museum!
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Anstruther Harbour Festival
The Anstruther Harbour Festival returns for 2024 between 30th August and 1st September with a host of fun filled family events - don't miss it!
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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:
Make a Watercolour Landscape with Kayleigh McCallum
Learn how to create a landscape painting in watercolours with tutor Kayleigh McCallum, inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh painting of Port-Vendres.
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Weaving Our Stories Together
Thanks to support from the Alex Ferry Foundation, The Pyramid is running an exciting new community project, bringing weaving back to life in Anderston!
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St Bride’s Knit ‘n’ Natter
Held on Thursdays through the year, the Knit and Natter group at St Bride's, Hyndland is a free, drop-in event suitable for beginners and experts alike!
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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:
Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh
Join the RSPB to enjoy a seasonal wander around Baron's Haugh to gather all kinds of natural craft materials and make your own festive wreath!
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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:
Aroma Balance Candle Workshop
Come and learn about essential oils and how they can support and enhance your wellbeing on this Aroma Balance Candle Workshop at Restoration & Creation in Paisley!
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Upholstery Weekend
Join Restoration & Creation in Paisley for one of their regular Upholstery Weekend Workshops and turn the old into something new and special!
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Feel Good Festival: Love Your Weeds: Cyanotype & Foraging
Join Art and Earth Collective for a unique workshop at the Lochwinnoch Feel Good Festival that combines art-making with an educational foraging experience.
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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:
Killearn Country Market
Don't miss the Killearn Country Market, a monthly craft fayre boasting bakes, woodworking, jewellery, art and more, all hand-crafted by talented makers from around Scotland!
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Botanical Bookbinding
Join Bookbinder Cassandra Barron for a creative day of Botanical Bookbinding, using mark making and binding techniques inspired by flora and fauna.
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Advanced Summer School – Introduction to Fine Jewellery
This week-long advanced summer school at Central Scotland School of Jewellery is an intermediate & above level course. Participants should be very confident in forming and soldering silver wire.
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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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Mini Craft Market
Visit eight select small craft businesses at the Mini Market and get to know the people behind the products and support small business!
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Summer Artisan Market
Join Wylde Thistle for the second of their Summer Artisan Markets at the stunning Marine Troon - they've got 40 artisan makers, designers and producers bringing seasonal gifts and goods!
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