Arts And Crafts Events in Edinburgh in December 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
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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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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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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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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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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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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Refresh Stay & Play Toddlers
The Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.
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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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pass shadow, whisper shade
As a highlight of its 40th anniversary year, Collective Edinburgh is delighted to announce pass shadow, whisper shade - a group show by artists in the 2024 Satellites Programme.
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Community Art group
Enjoy being creative with others in a friendly welcoming group and be part of a creating a community piece of art in the process. Ideal for 50+ years old and no experience required.
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Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art
In an exciting collaboration with the National Trust for Scotland, Dovecot Studios is thrilled to present a captivating new exhibition that unveils Scotland’s hidden textile treasures.
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Cari Grevers Studio Exhibition
Artist Cari Grevers is holding a small exhibition of her paintings and prints in her art Studio at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall in Leith.
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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is excited to present A shard in my eye’, the new public commission by Jonny Walker for the Hawthornvale Space.
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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House
For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.
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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour
Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!
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Through Line
Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.
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Punch Needle Workshop
Learn the art of punch needle and how to make your own colourful wool art on this punch needle workshop run by Glasgow Artist Rachael Bell at the popular artist space Leith Makers!
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Learn to Lino Print a Christmas Card
Learn to carve and print your own Christmas card design in this workshop run by Rosanna Reade at Abbeymount Studios!
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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Looking for the Seasons
This exhibition at the SOC in Aberlady presents watercolours by Jonathan Sainsbury, inspired by the iconic Ladybird books series “What to Look for in Winter/Spring/Summer/Autumn”.
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DE:Generation Exhibition
DE:Generation is an explanation of the decline and regeneration of the urban landscape with Beth Primrose Art, showing at Leith Makers from 20th November.
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The Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop
Gather your friends and family for an afternoon filled with laughter, colour, and Christmas spirit at Summerhall Distillery's Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop!
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Emily Sutton’s Toy Shop
This December, The Scottish Gallery is delighted to present a special installation exhibition by Emily Sutton.
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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market
LocalMotive Markets will be running yet another magical Christmas Market at the Ocean Terminal Shopping on a number of dates from the end of November!
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Coburg House Winter Open Studios
It's time to open our big red shutter again at Coburg House Art Studios and invite you in for a Winter Open Studios!
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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4
This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.
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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 29th November to 1st December!
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Christmas at Leith Makers
Join us at Leith Makers for our Christmas workshops or find the perfect gift for you and your loved ones with 50 stockist offering a wide range of gorgeous handmade crafts!
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Christmas Market and Open Days
Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!
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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show
The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.
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Reasons to be Cheerful: Artist Bookmakers Exhibition
This year's artist bookmakers exhibition at Upright Gallery is based on the theme of cheerfulness. Be prepared to raise a smile!
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SPOT Edinburgh Winter Market
Join SPOT for their inaugural Edinburgh Winter Market at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!
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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop
Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.
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Ghilie Dhu Christmas Workshop
Step into the magical world of the Ghillie Dhu with artists Katie Rose and Inês-Hermione Mulford in a delightful art workshop for children at the enchanting Palm House on 1st December!
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MnB Christmas Craft Market
MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its first Christmas market on 1st December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.
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Origami Christmas Wreaths & Paper Snowflakes
Learn to fold beautiful Origami Christmas wreaths and snowflakes in this workshop run by Makiko on Sunday 1st December at Portobello Town Hall.
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Scottish Arts Club Christmas Market
Kick off this festive season by joining Scottish Arts Club on 1st December for a celebration of Scottish creativity and discover unique, handcrafted gifts and original artwork!
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Soundhouse: Acolyte
Catch Acolyte, an Edinburgh-based poetic and psychedelic ensemble, at the Traverse Theatre on 1st December!
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Soundhouse: Hannah Lavery’s Unwritten Women
Hannah Lavery's Unwritten Women is a poetic and chilling re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson's Jekyll & Hyde, performed by Hannah Lavery with music by Kate Young.
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KEEP : Art Exhibition
The Aizle Artist Collective present an exhibition by experienced and emerging artists at Dundas Street Gallery from 3rd to 9th December!
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Christmas Lights Switch On at The Eric Liddell Community
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and The Eric Liddell Community, will be hosting their annual Lights Switch On event on Wednesday 4th December.
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Festive Earrings - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop
Embrace the holiday spirit and join Polymorphics for an enchanting workshop where you'll learn to craft eco-resin earrings with a festive touch.
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Festive Night at Dovecot
Join us for a fun and festive night at Dovecot! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into colourful pompom making and enjoy a guided tour of our exhibition, Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art.
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Sip and Paint with Rachele Cavina
Join the artist Rachele Cavina on 4th December at The Melting Pot for an evening of creativity and body positivity exploration over a glass of wine or a soft drink!
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Christmas Cocktail Baubles Workshop
Join us at Summerhall Distillery for our exciting Christmas Cocktail Baubles Workshop and elevate your holiday spirit!
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Hand printed greetings cards - print and collage workshop
Join Morag from Earth in Common at Leith Community Croft on 5th December for an exciting evening of creative exploration of printing techniques and collage!
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Queer Folks’ Tales
Queer Folks’ Tales is back in December and sees another terrific line up at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Join Caroline from Joy Revival Design this December at Leith Makers and learn to make your own Christmas Wreath!
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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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Loud Poets Showcase
Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night 'Loud Poets' on Friday 6th December!
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Rug Tufting Experience Day
Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.
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Sip and Stitched
Unwind and get creative at Dovecot's Sip and Stitched evening! Plus, you'll have the opportunity to explore our inspiring exhibition, Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art.
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Summerhall’s Big Christmas Weekend
Summerhall will once again host the annual Summerhall Big Christmas Weekend from Friday 6th - Sunday 8th December, featuring three days of festive fun!
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Winter Arts Markets
The ever-popular Drill Hall Christmas Arts Markets will return in December with an exciting extra market date!
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3D2D Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair
3D2D Events are delighted to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms our spectacular Christmas Fair.
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All the Beauty: Andrew Thompson Showcase
This exhibition features a new body of work from Andrew Thompson, one of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists, alongside a collection of paintings from a small group of gallery artists.
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Beaded Embroidery Workshop
This beaded embroidery workshop will take inspiration from our current exhibition Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art with a modern twist.
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Dr Neil's Garden is holding it's annual Christmas Wreath Making Workshop on Saturday 7th December at Millar Hall (Duddingston Kirk Café).
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at The Eric Liddell Community
Join us at The Eric Liddell Community and get into the festive spirit at our Christmas Wreath Making Workshop!
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Festive Macrame Workshop - Christmas Wreath Making
Spend a few relaxing hours in a cosy Edinburgh craft studio getting into the festive spirit whilst making your own macrame Christmas wreath that can be used year after year.
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Festive Wreath Workshop
Create your own festive wreaths using sustainable materials collected from around the Cyrenians Green Skills Centre on Saturday 7th December!
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Summerhall Christmas Market
On Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, Summerhall’s annual Christmas Market returns with over 70 stalls to browse each day!
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.
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Art Exhibition Fundraiser
Come along to this fundraising Art Exhibition on Sunday 8th December at Submarine Art & Design School in Stockbridge in aid of a Child Sponsorship program!
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Independent Art Market at Fruitmarket
Celebrate the festive season with Endless Love Creative and a curation of 40+ independent makers stalls at our annual Winter Makers Market held in the Fruitmarket Edinburgh!
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Winter Papercutting Workshop
Ruthie Watt aka Papercut Punk is back with a new folk-art flock for a wintery workshop at Leith Makers on 8th December!
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An Evening With: Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia
Join Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia on 10th December for an insightful discussion of their writing careers, including an audience Q&A session for all your burning questions.
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Art Exhibition: Energy - Small birds & Scenes from the Fringe
Karen van de Graaf, a Scottish portrait artist, brings her solo Art Exhibition & Sale to Dundas Street Gallery from 11th to 15th December.
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Descriptive Gallery Tour: Stitched (Visually Impaired Visitors)
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 11th December for an in-person descriptive gallery tour of Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art, specifically designed for our visually impaired visitors.
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Festive Gold Leaf Bubble Trinket Dish - Eco-resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, explore the world of environmentally friendly resin by adding gold leaf to make a beautiful and festive bubble trinket dish!
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Christmas Bauble Embroidery Workshop
Join us at Leith Makers on Thursday 12th December for this 2 hour Christmas bauble making workshop and make a hand embroidered Christmas ornament!
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Festive Wreaths at Holyroodhouse
Join florist and Royal Warrant-holder Lottie Longman at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12th December to create your own festive wreath to take home!
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Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House
Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.
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Gelli Printing - the Winter Garden
Celebrate the beauty of nature without being able to draw by making prints from leaves or feathers in this fun workshop run by Artisan Stitch on 13th December!
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Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with ten charms that you will mix and match!
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Gershwin’s Christmas Jazz Piano by Candlelight: Rhapsody in White
Come along to a swinging, toe-tapping and festive tour of jazz piano alongside jazz improv, after Christmas carols and films by award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel on 20th December!
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Holiday Season - Midnight Lunar Market
Welcome to the Midnight Lunar Market 'Holiday Season Edition' being held at The Voodoo Rooms on Monday 22nd December!
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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:
Crafty Christmas - Adult Art Workshops
Enjoy an evening of creative crafts making your own cards and wrap to take home on an Adult Art Workshop at Eastwood House!
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Children’s Christmas Craft Day
Join Eaglesham Parish Church for their Children's Christmas Craft Day on Sunday 8th December!
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TMC East Renfrewshire Festive Wreath Making
Get your festive jumper or sparkly top on and join The Mum Club East Renfrewshire for some Festive Wreath Making in the Snug Bar at the Parklands Hotel!
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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:
Cupar Market
Come along to the monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate with its independent producers and creatives!
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Felted Basket Workshop
Join local fibre artist, Trish O’Meara of Wormit Woolies for a Felted Basket Workshop on 7th December at Forgan Arts Centre!
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Joseph Noel Paton An Artist’s Life – From Dunfermline to the Royal Court
Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries welcomes home one of its own with a major exhibition devoted to the life and work of Sir Joseph Noel Paton.
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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:
Crimbo Sip n Paint
Following the success of Sip n Paint at October's alternative wedding fayre, the Unconvention team will be hosting a one-off Christmas Sip n Paint on December 19th at the Drygate!
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Pom Pom Wreath Making for Adults
Introducing Braw Wee Craft Club's Pom Pom Xmas Wreath Workshop - a creative and festive experience that will ignite the holiday spirit!
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Saturday Art Club
The Gallery of Modern Art holds a regular, drop in, Saturday Morning Art Club for 5 to 12 year olds!
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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:
Chatelherault Outdoor Christmas Market
A fabulous outdoor Christmas Market is being held at Chatelherault on Sunday 1st December selling everything from jewellery, clothing and candles to food and drink and much more!
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Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop Christmas Market
Join Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December for their Christmas Markets featuring different makers each day!
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M&D’s Christmas Market
Indulge in delicious festive drinks and goodies, and browse incredible gifts at M&D'S Christmas Market, running between Saturday 23rd November and Christmas Eve!
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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:
Christmas Craft Workshops with Habbie Crafts
Join Habbie Crafts for their weekly festive workshops exploring a variety of crafts including macrame, beading, sewing and printing!
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Children’s Craft Workshops: Snowmen and Stars Craft Workshop
Feel festive with this Children's Christmas Craft workshop making Snowmen and Stars as part of this two hour workshop.
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Coatigan Course
Do you want to improve your dressmaking skills? Then why not come along to Thimbleberry Sewing and make a beautiful Coatigan in time for the colder months.
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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:
Christmas Door Wreath Workshop
Join us at Made in Stirling on Saturday 7th December and make a natural Christmas Door Wreath!
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Handmade Gifts - Herbal Creams & Spa Salts!
Join Lauren Lochrie of Herbal Homestead and Jodie Fowler Marshall of #Createclub to make your own personalised, natural gifts this year whilst gaining skills for life!
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Christmas Table Arrangement with Candle Workshop
Make a Christmas Table Arrangement at this workshop run by Made in Stirling on Saturday 7th December!
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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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Handmade in Ayr Market
Handmade in Ayr is a creative monthly market showcasing the best of Ayrshire arts and crafts at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, featuring quality Ayrshire & Scottish makers!
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