Workshops events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh
This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation
Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
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Summer Course Drop - Edinburgh Open Workshop
Unlock your potential as Edinburgh Open Workshop announces a range of new summer courses suitable for first-time makers and those looking to improve their skills.
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Forest Bathing at Lauriston
Join Dr Eve Hepburn on a relaxing forest bathing journey at in Lauriston Castle Gardens!
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8-Week Mindfulness Based Living Course (in-person & online combined course)
This 8-Week course will be facilitated by Gary Young from The Mindful Enterprise and is based on the work of international mindfulness teacher Rob Nairn.
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Photo Plate Lithography Weekend
Explore layering images in colour to create painterly prints with a delicacy of mark and tone, characteristic to this medium, at Edinburgh Printmakers' Photo Plate Lithography Weekend.
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Plant Allies: 13 Moons - in person or online
Join Grass Roots Remedies Co-operative at our herb farm in Lauriston Farm, North West Edunburgh for a slow, deep exploration of one plant ally each moon cycle.
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Sketching Nature and Architecture at Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle with some sketching workshops!
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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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Chinese Dumplings with Shuxin
You have another chance! Join Shuxin at Flavour and Haver Cook School and learn how to make delicious dumplings!
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Riso Workshop
Join us at the Blueprint Studio for a fun, creative experience and discover how to make your own 2-colour A3 risograph prints!
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Nature Photography Workshop
Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Edinburgh Summer Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College
Miniversity Holiday Camps are returning to George Watson’s College this Summer and are specifically designed for children age 5-12 years!
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RZSS Summer School
Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Adult and Child Crochet Workshop
This workshop at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall is a great way for kids to get started with a creative and mindful hobby, crocheting!
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Drop Spindle Workshop
Learn how to spin your own artisan yarn using a drop spindle with The Colour Dasher on this fun workshop at Out of the Blue Drill Hall in July.
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Monday Makes
This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.
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Multi Activities - Summer Camp
Little Plaza’s All-in-One Kids Summer Camp is back, offering the perfect blend of fun and educational activities in a small, nurturing environment!
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Drawn and Painterly Approaches to Etching Summer Course
Join us at Edinburgh Printmakers from 12th - 14th July for this 3-day Drawn & Painterly Approaches to Etching course with Robert Powell!
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Liberty Inspired Repeat Pattern Workshop
Join tutor Emma Tudor-Bloch for this workshop at Dovecot on 12th July and learn how to draw repeat patterns inspired by Liberty designs!
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Be Seen - 3 Hour Retreat
Ocean Flow invites you to this 3 hour retreat at Kirknewton Village Hall on Sunday 13th July.
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Sashiko Embroidery Workshop
Come along and explore the beautiful world of Japanese Sashiko embroidery at this craft class run by The Edinburgh Sewcial Club!
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Kids Japanese Summer Holiday Camp
Due to high demand, Wee Joys Japanese Language has created a one-of-a-kind summer camp designed exclusively for young language enthusiasts and fans of Japanese culture aged 7-12!
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French & Art : Drawing Edinburgh in French
What if you practiced both drawing and your French? Join the Institut francais d'Ecosse for a four day creative lab with French artist and teacher Yannik Ruault.
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Beginners Intensive Sewing Course
This beginners 3 day intensive sewing course run by Artisan Stitch will teach you all the foundation skills to launch you into the world of sewing.
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Eco-Resin Mini Tray - Terrazzo Craft Workshop
This workshop, run by Polymorphics, is a great introduction to this trendy resin art whether you are a craft newbie or an experienced maker, Eco-resin is fun and completely safe to work with!
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Collagraph Summer Course
Join artist and printmaker Gillian Murray at Edinburgh Printmakers to develop your collagraph skills on this three day course in July!
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How to draw your dragon
Discover a wealth of dragons from around the world in this fun family workshop at the National Library of Scotland on Saturday 19th July!
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Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra
Join Kuluna Yoga for two hours of deep rest and relaxation at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 19th July!
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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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Kids’ Summer Sewing Camp (Afternoons)
Artisan Stitch’s Kids' Summer Sewing Camps (afternoons) are the perfect way for kids aged 8-11 to explore the exciting world of sewing!
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Artisan Stitch’s Kids' Summer Sewing Camps (mornings) are the perfect way for kids aged 8-11 to explore the exciting world of sewing!I
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Physic Garden: Flower Arranging
Join florist and Royal Warrant holder Lottie Longman on 24th July to explore the flowers of the Physic Garden at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, then create your own bouquet to take home.
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Teens’ Dressmaking Course
This Teen's Dressmaking Course, run by Artisan Stitch, will teach your child how to use commercial paper patterns to make his/her own clothes. They'll also be able to improve their sewing techniques.
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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat
Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.
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Pressed Ferns Workshop
Fern lovers, create your own piece of botanical art on this workshop at Sandport Studio, Leith on 26th July!
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Screenprinting Summer Course
This 4-day expanded practice screenprinting summer course is taking place at Edinburgh Printmakers from 26th -29th July!
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Singaporean Street Food with Ruzita
Come and enjoy an exciting morning with Ruzita learning to make authentic Singaporean street food on 26th July at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.
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Vocal Summer School - St Mary’s Music School
St Mary's Music School will play host to their first residential vocal summer school in August, suitable for classical singers aged 14 to 18.
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All or Nothing Children’s Aerial Summer Camp
Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall for amazing aerial fun in the summer holidays!
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Pressed Flowers Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for this workshop and learn how to create your own flowery tray using eco-friendly materials!
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Playful Portraits
Join Surgeons Hall Museums and Artist Hannah Kelly for this playful exploration of the world of portraiture on Thursday 31st July!
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Beginners Sewing Day
Learn how to use a sewing machine and make an easy sewing project in just a few hours on this Beginners Sewing Day at Artisan Stitch!
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea, a 10-day multi arts festival in North Berwick, is back for 2025 from 1st-10th August.
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Know Your Overlocker
Overlockers are amazing machines. This Know Your Overlocker workshop run by Artisan Stitch will show you how versatile your overlocker can be.
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Flower, Flour: Ochre Botanical Studios x Fat Pumpkin Farm
Ochre Botanical Studios have partnered with Fat Pumpkin Farm to bring you a unique and immersive experience, a combined floristry and food workshop, on Sunday 3rd August!
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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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Eco-Resin Terrazzo Coasters - Craft Workshop
Learn how to work with eco resin, how to mix pigments, make terrazzo chips and turn them into a colourful pair or coasters for your home on this workshop run by Polymorphics on 8th August.
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Summer School: Music Improvisation
Are you aged 10 to 18 and looking for a fun and imaginative music activity during the Summer Holiday? St Mary's Music School is hosting a Music Improvisation Short Course in August.
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Relief Printing Summer Course
Explore ways of creating striking images with this simple yet powerful print medium process on this course at Edinburgh Printmakers from 9th - 12th August!
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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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The Joy of Stitch: Adventures in Free-Motion Embroidery
Explore your creativity with Artisan Stitch's brand new 3-day Summer School Course to explore Free-Motion Embroidery.
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Peruvian Cooking with Mercedes
Join Mercedes for a culinary journey through Peru as she teaches you how to make a traditional lamb stew and a delicious sweet tamale dessert on Saturday 16th August!
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Terrazzo Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics on Saturday 16th August for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!
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Create Your Own Bouquet
Learn all about cut flowers at the Cyrenians Community and Green Skills Centre on Wednesday 20th August and Thursday 21st August!
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Garment Making - 6 Week Evening Class
Spend 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings in The Edinburgh Sewcial Club studio with an expert tutor and make any garment of your choosing!
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Print Collage Stitch
If you'd like to have a go at quilting but have been put off by all the rules and complicated maths, then this three-day workshop run by Artisan Stitch is perfect for you!
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Beginners Sewing Course XL - 2 days
This 2-day introductory course, run by Artisan Stitch, is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Come and Sing Elijah
Join fellow singers in a full-day workshop, culminating in a performance of highlights from Mendelssohn's epic Elijah.
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Summery Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop
Explore the art of eco-resin and create your own colourful summery tray that adds beauty and character to any space!
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Lino Printing Workshop
Learn how to lino print and create some beautiful geometric designs with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club on Sunday 24th August!
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Cushions with Zips & Piping
Learn how to make professional looking cushions with zips and piping to match your furnishings at this workshop run by Artisan Stitch!
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Curtain-making
This curtain-making class, run by Artisan Stitch on 27th August, will give you the skills and confidence to make your own professional-looking curtains.
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Argentinian Cooking with Maria
Maria from The Edinburgh Canape Company returns with her sold-out Argentinian Cooking masterclass on Sunday 31st August at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.
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Rainbow Tree Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House
Paint a colourful rainbow tree on 2nd September with The Paint Club. This one is super easy to follow along with!
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Physic Garden: Floral Wreaths
Join florist and Royal Warrant holder Lottie Longman to explore the flowers of the Physic Garden at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and create your own fresh wreath!
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Copperplate Minuscules – Half-Day Workshop
Discover the beauty and rhythm of Copperplate script in this focused 4-hour workshop dedicated to minuscules (lowercase letters) with Panda Scribes in Linlithgow.
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Creep Calm Workshops
Based on our previous ‘Spiders: Fight Your Phobia’ workshop, the RZSS have refreshed and re-worked this interactive session to help you get you closer to overcoming your spider fear.
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A Taste of Tradition: Exploring Rioja with Cune
Join Wine Events Scotland for an immersive workshop as we take a deep dive into the iconic Rioja region, exploring the celebrated Cune wines from C.V.N.E.!
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Frank Turner: Lost Evenings VIII
Frank Turner returns with his eighth instalment of the award-winning festival, Lost Evenings, and brings it to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange from 25th - 28th September!
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Copperplate Majuscules - Half-Day Workshop
Take your calligraphy to the next level with this 4-hour session devoted to majuscules (capital letters), run by Panda Scribes in Linlithgow.
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Interior Design Masterclass with Lunch
Join Aleksandra J. Hannah from Skela Studio for this full-day Masterclass on 4th October at The Scotsman Hotel, perfect for anyone looking to transform their space or explore their creative side.
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Chickens Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House
Join The Paint Club on 7th October as we painting 3 quirky and colourful chickens this month!
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Uncial Calligraphy - Half-day workskop
Step back in time and join Panda Scribes for this 4-hour workshop exploring the timeless beauty of Uncial script, a rounded, majuscule hand used in medieval manuscripts.
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Autumn Explorers
Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Parisian Stroll Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House
Join The Paint Club on 4th November for a relaxed and creative evening of painting and stroll along through the streets of Paris!
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Preserving for Christmas
Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.
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Baking with Spices
Join us at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 28th March 2026 for a spice filled morning with our Food Education manager Sue!
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Workshops Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Heritage Course: Family History for Beginners
This Family History Workshop, led by experienced genealogist Lorna Kinnaird, PGDip, ASGRA, FSA Scot, will give you the skills and knowledge you need to begin your family history research!
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Kids and Teens Summer Art School at The Wee Art Studio
The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston are running a variety of classes for kids and teens over the summer holidays!
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Tree Care Volunteer Sessions with CCF Tree Wardens
Join the CCF Tree Wardens in Barrhead for a hands-on session where you'll learn how to maintain young trees and learn simple techniques to help them thrive.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Autumn Yoga Day Retreat
Treat yourself to a day of wholesome self-care at this Autumn Yoga Day Retreat run by Petals and Aum on 28th September at Greener Kirkcaldy!
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Paint With Felt - Highland Coo Needle Felting Workshop
Join us in the Deborah Cameron Creative Artist Studio on 20th July for a therapeutic morning of creativity and make your own unique highland cow needle felted picture!
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Foraged and Found: Making Natural Art Materials
Lucy and Edward of Old Mill Arts will guide you through various skills and processes involved in making your own high quality, nature based art materials on this four day-long workshop at Forgan Arts.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Collage Club
Glasgow Collage Club's monthly meet-ups are all about keeping things relaxed, creative and refreshingly unpretentious!
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Family Workshop - Make a Mackintosh!
Join The Hunterian team at Kelvin Hall this summer holiday for a fun, hands-on craft session! Learn how to create your own embossed foil artwork, inspired by the Glasgow Style.
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Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Fun Day
The team at The Mitchell Library are hosting a fun day on Saturday 2nd August celebrating their exhibition Unearthed: The Power of Gardening!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Gentle Immersive Yoga Class
Step into a world beyond the everyday and discover yoga like never before at Yoga By Gillian's Gentle Immersive Yoga Classes at Motherwell Library!
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Super Mario Workshop
Let the kids jump into the world of Mario during the school holidays, at Healthy n Happy Community Development Trust's fun-packed Super Mario workshop for primary-aged children!
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Chair Yoga for Every Body
Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
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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Beginners Sewing Course
Always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine but just don’t know where to start? Then this four-week course from Thimbleberry Sewing could be the answer!
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Silk Scarf Painting Workshop
On this relaxing Silk Scarf Painting Workshop with Thimbleberry Sewing, you will have the opportunity to make two hand painted scarves.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Willow Basketry Summer School
Join master basket weaver Anna Liebmann for four fun and sociable days of Willow Basketry Summer School and create a selection of willow masterpieces.
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Blacksmithing: Next Steps
This workshop is a great follow-on from the Introduction to Blacksmithing workshop, allowing you to use the skills learned on that day, apply them again and learn some new ones!
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Silver Sea Glass Pendant & Earrings
Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a weekend jewellery workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create a stunning silver sea glass pendant & earrings set.
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