Arts And Crafts Events in Edinburgh in January 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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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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Costume Society Scotland Events
Come along to the Costume Society Scotland's season of varied talks on fashion, costume, textiles, accessories and related subjects between between October and April at Augustine United Church!
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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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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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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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Tapestry Weaving Experience Day
This tapestry weaving experience day at Dovecot Studios is a rare chance to learn the art of tapestry weaving at the UK’s longest running tapestry studio.
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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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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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Turner in January: Ireland’s Vaughan Bequest
National Galleries of Scotland is kicking off the 250th birthday of much-loved artist, Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851), with a once-in-a-lifetime, free exhibition!
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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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Beginners Sewing Course XL - Tuesdays
This introductory course 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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Acting for Adults Taster Session
Join us at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Wednesday 8th January for this free one hour ‘Acting for Adults’ taster session!
READ MOREBeginners Sewing Course XL - Wednesdays
This 6 week introductory course 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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Refresher Sewing Class
If you used to sew but have got a bit rusty, then this 1-day sewing workshop run by Artisan Stitch will be a useful refresher to top up your sewing and dressmaking techniques.
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Coburg Kiln
Join us at Coburg House for an inspiring ceramics exhibition, where a vibrant array of talent comes together to showcase their artistry!
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Crewelwork and Embroidery Workshop with the Wemyss School of Needlework
Join Angela Featherstone, from the Wemyss School of Needlework, at Dovecot on 11th January for this Crewelwork and Embroidery Workshop!
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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 up to ten charms that you will mix and match!
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Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art - Director’s Tour
Join Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey for a tour of Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art on Saturday 11th January!
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The 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the RSW
Some of the top artists in Scotland show their work at the 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour, in the stunning setting of the RSA Upper Galleries!
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Free-Motion Embroidery Workshop
Artisan Stitch is holding a free-motion embroidery workshop, a useful textile art skill, on Friday 17th January!
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Eco-Resin Coasters - Terrazzo Craft Workshop
In this fun 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!
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Embroidery Workshop with the Modern Crafter
Join Rachel of The Modern Crafter for a relaxing embroidery workshop suitable for beginners at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 18th January!
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Writing the Great Tapestry of Scotland with Alistair Moffat
Celebrated historian, Dr Alistair Moffat MBE presents an enlightening overview of The Great Tapestry of Scotland along with a special book signing and entry to the exhibition Stitched!
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Seeing Trees
Seeing Trees is a celebration of trees through photography and painting, showing at Dundas Street Gallery from 23rd to 26th January!
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Japanese Sashiko Stitched Pin Cushion Workshop
Create your own delightful Japanese pin cushion using Sashiko stitching at Dovecot Studios on Friday 24th January!
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City Space
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 25th & 26th January for this video installation by Donald Sinclair, featuring two films focussing on creative life in contemporary cities!
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Cafe Ceilidh: Celebrating Burns
Join friends from the Scots Music Group for an afternoon session of traditional songs, music, poems and stories as we celebrating Robert Burns!
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Adult Painting Workshops in Acrylics Taster
Join Drill Hall artist Graeme Walker for a free taster session on Thursday 30th January, ahead of his brand new painting workshops!
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Scrappy Patchwork & Quilted Cushion
Patchwork & quilting are back in trend in a huge way and a scrappy patchwork & quilted cushion is a fun way to use up those small fabric scraps.
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Arts And Crafts Events in East Renfrewshire
Arts And Crafts Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Carving out Connections: Scotland’s Rock Art
Pre-historic Rock Art is one of Scotland's greatest mysteries, this exhibition drawn from Historic Environment Scotland's archives, looks to trace its connections through time and place.
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Craft Club: Mixed Crafts - Hairy Highland Coos
Join us in the Deborah Cameron Creative Studio for some new year crafting with our 4 week Hairy Highland Coo themed Craft Club, starting on Wednesday 22nd January!
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Life Drawing Anstruther
What better way to spend those long winter nights than coming along to a friendly life drawing group at the Dreel Hall in Anstruther on 31st January?
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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:
Sip & Sculpt: Ceramic Trinket Dish Workshop
Join Creative Bloc for a chill Friday evening of ceramic sculpting. Grab your friends (or make some new ones!) bring along your favourite drink** and enjoy a night of crafting and relaxation.
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Creative Hangouts: New Caregivers & Preschoolers Class
Make memories, masterpieces, and start the weekend with a splash of creativity at Creative Hangouts new class for caregivers and preschoolers beginning on Friday 17th January!
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Textile Screen Printing Beginners Course
Join Print Clan for their upcoming six week Textile Printing Course perfect for complete beginners or those who wish to refresh their skills!
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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:
Complete Beginners Sewing Course
Sew You Can's Beginners Complete Sewing Course is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to refresh their skills!
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The Tolbooth Christmas Shop
Local artists and makers will be showcasing their products at The Tolbooth Christmas Shop in Lanark between the 13th November and 4th January!
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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:
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 day/evening course from Thimbleberry Sewing could be the answer!
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Stitch & Kin Beginners Sewing
Come join Stitch & Kin at the McKillop Institute for a fun and interactive Beginner Sewing course where you'll learn all the basics to start creating your own stylish makes!
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Beginners Dressmaking Course (Pyjama Making)
Ever wanted to learn how to make your own clothes? Then why not come along to this Beginners course and start your journey into dressmaking with Thimbleberry Sewing!
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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:
Watercolour Classes
Join artist Clare Robinson for these Watercolour Classes at the lovely Lecropt Kirk Hall in Bridge of Allan!
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Kids roleplay and Messy play
Join Alba Playtime at Beechwood Scout Hall for these Kids Roleplay and Messy Play sessions!
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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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