Image credit: Felicity CrawshawIn 2023 we will be focussing our programme within our recently redeveloped ceramics studio and community making space. This will enable us to activate these recently renovated spaces as well as allow us time to develop our plans for wood, metal and foundry spaces at SSW and to carry out essential repairs in these areas. Read the latest statement about our programme and opportunities. We will keep you updated on our progress and will be releasing our full programme this Spring. […]
We’re thrilled to share the first Lumbungsden taster programme taking place in the new Community Making Space here at SSW. This programme of introductory making sessions, which takes place across 6 weekends in February and March, is drawn from the suggestions and requests of local residents and features workshops and activities ranging from knitting circles to sign writing all led by local artists and creatives. Find out more about the workshops here, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back in […]
Photo by Felicity CrawshawFly cup cafe and what next…Sunday 26th March, 10.30am – 12.30pm After our taster programme, we’re hosting a monthly coffee morning where you can drop by for a chat, tea and cake with the community. Join us to reflect on the first taster programme and let us know about what you want to make needs to happen next. Open to all ages, children must be accompanied by their carer, parent or guardian. Refreshments provided, please bring your own food or […]
This event is fully booked.Please email us if you would be interested in taking part in an event like this in the future or sign up to our mailing list at the bottom of this page. Saturday 18th March10am – 4pm Led by Owen Bushell. In this workshop, you’ll be led through the process of drawing, laying out and painting decorative letters. All the while learning about the history of sign-writing and getting some tips on how to make good […]
This event has been cancelled due to adverse weatherPlease email us if you would be interested in taking part in an event like this in the future or sign up to our mailing list at the bottom of this page. Sunday 12th March10am – 1pm & 2pm – 4.30pm Led by Margaret Bell Learn how to cut & grind glass and use a soldering iron to make hanging sun-catchers using the copper foil method. Session 1: 10am – 12.30pmSession 2: […]
This event is fully booked.Please email us if you would be interested in taking part in an event like this in the future or sign up to our mailing list at the bottom of this page. Sunday 5th March10am – 2pm Led by Frank Richards. Learn how to make a beautiful bird feeder out of willow in this half day workshop. Willow is a renewable resource and grows readily in the Scottish landscape. The bird feeder is woven from locally […]
Hands of a child are embroidered with threads using a hookSunday 26th February10am – 1pm A drop in knitting and crochet circle facilitated by Lumsden school. All participants will be provided with a free knitting starter pack to use and take home and beginners can be supported throughout the session. Come along for a cuppa and start your knitting or crochet journey or work on your latest knitting project and share handy hints. Booking information:To book your place please email arts@ssw.org.uk or call 01464 861372 and include the following info: As all […]
Saturday 25th February and Saturday 11th March10am – 1pm Saturday 25th February: Tile MakingLed by Matthew Wilcock Come along to the new ceramics studio at SSW and have a go at some ceramics techniques. Together we will create tiles to decorate the community making space and of course one for you to take home too. This is a drop in workshop and we will let people in on the hour (at 10, 11 and 12) so that you can be […]
Image by the artistSunday 19th February10am – 12pm & 1pm – 3pm Led by Elaine Lindsay Join local artisan Elaine Lindsay from “Something Corny” for this straw working workshop. You’ll discover the story of this ancient craft, and using a variety of techniques you’ll also make at least two items for you to take home. Session 1: 10am – 12 midday Session 2: 1pm – 3pmPlease state which workshop you’d like to attend when booking. Find out more about Elaine’s work: www.somethingcorny.co.uk Booking information:To […]
All Covid rules and restrictions have been lifted in Scotland. Despite this, the health and wellbeing of everyone at SSW remains a priority. To reduce the risk from Covid-19 at SSW: We will continue to clean using Covid safe cleaning products. Hand sanitising stations remain in place and we encourage all users to practice good hand hygiene. If you are feeling unwell we advise you to stay at home and contact us to rearrange your visit. Anyone who is travelling […]
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