Get started with this introduction to Block Printing in this 1.5hr workshop. You will be able to print a tote bag or tea towel with the help of the friendly tutors at Larkswold You’ll start the session with a hot drink and a slice of homemade cake, before experimenting with block printing on scrap fabric to get a feel of the process before moving on to your chosen item – either a tote bag or a tea towel. You’ll be able to choose your colours, layouts and patterns to make the perfect unique memento to take home. Round things off in style with a glass of fizz, before heading home with your finished creation. Dates: Fri 16th Oct 2pm Sun 1st Nov 2.30pm Thurs 19th Nov 10am Sun 22nd Nov 10am Sat 19th Dec 2pm

Join us on a vibrant, creative journey as we explore the magic of resin seascape art. Together, we'll craft 3 breathtaking tropical island seascapes on MDF and a generous aluminium canvas, using the stunning Apex One Coat Resin. Dive into the art of resin pouring, capturing the pure beauty of golden sands, crystal-clear waters, and sunlit shores. This workshop promises to be an inspiring, feel-good adventure. Be among the first to experiment with these mesmerising colours and textures. Let’s dive in together and create something truly unforgettable! In this immersive workshop, you'll unlock the secrets of Epoxy resin to add depth and texture to your landscape. From vivid ocean blues to soft sandy hues, your imagination will set the scene for your island escape. Lou will guide you every step of the way, sharing insider tips and techniques to create stunning seascapes, including the ever-popular lacing effects that bring waves to life. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your resin skills or simply reconnect with your creativity, this workshop is the perfect place to bloom. Your pieces require time to fully set and will be ready to collect the next day. Connect with fellow art enthusiasts, share the journey, and craft a piece of paradise! • Safely handling your art pieces using Apex Resins • Mixing and blending resin pigments to create your dream palette • Layering to create shimmering ocean depth • Achieving gorgeous resin lacing for realistic shorelines and gentle waves Your Workshop Includes: • A curated selection of tropical ocean pigments, including transparent tints to use on the day • Apex Art Resin - One Coat on the day and to take home • Sculpting and mixing tools • Stand-offs to display your masterpiece with pride 10cm board (coaster size) 23cm board large aluminium board 38cm Dates: Sunday 10th May 10-1pm Saturday 25th July 10-1pm Sat 19th Sept 2-5pm Don't forget that all your refreshments are included. We have a wide selection of teas and coffee from our bean-to-cup coffee machine, freshly baked cakes and of course, you finish the session with a glass of something sparkling! (From age 16 upwards)

This is an introduction to papercutting with wonderful local talent, Lou from Paper Panda. We're delighted Lou has decided to pick up her scalpel again and is joining us in the studio to show you how to papercut like a pro! In this 3 hour workshop she will help you to gain confidence with this satisfying craft by cutting easy practice lines before moving onto more challenging shapes. Lou has designed all the images in this workshop in her recognisable style and it's a fascinating process to cut them. It's surprising how attached you get to these little designs as they appear before you! Cut a range of flora and fauna including: A circular design to insert into a coaster (included) A gorgeous bird design in a tiny hanging frame (included) A folk art fox Should you be a whizz and speed ahead you are welcome to cut further designs. Please note: a steady hand and good eyesight are not compulsory, but will make this workshop infinitely more enjoyable! As usual, you'll enjoy our homemade cakes and bottomless teas, coffees or cold drinks - a glass of bubbly towards the end of the session completes your experience with us.

Block Printing is a brilliant activity suitable for everyone both young and young at heart! We'll start by experimenting with layouts and pattern repeats in block printing on scrap fabric before moving onto final items. You can print a number of pieces: a tote bag, tea towels, cotton drawstring bags, aprons or napkins. This craft is super satisfying and a little bit addictive... choosing colours and designing your layout is a lot of fun, and rewarding to create something unique to keep or gift. We’ll also have greeting cards which you can print to your heart's content! As usual, you'll enjoy our homemade cakes and bottomless teas, coffees or cold drinks - a glass of bubbly towards the end of the session completes your experience with us. We run this workshop several times a month, but if you can't see a date that works for you please drop us a line and we'll see if we can add a date that suits you. Thursday 1st October 1-4pm Saturday 7th November 2-5pm More winter dates available - check the listing: Christmas Block Printing!

Always an incredibly popular craft. Come away with a willow hare or heron to place in your garden or house. The course runs from 10.00-4.30 & includes lunch. This workshop is relaxed and friendly, limited to 8 guests to allow for plenty of tutor-time, and we include a light lunch, plus as many drinks and slices of freshly baked cake as you require throughout the day. Clare Shivlock is a wonderful basket tutor as well as willow sculpture tutor, she also grows her own willow! She will take you through the process of creating your chosen subject and will help you to achieve it in the time given so everyone goes home with a finished sculpture. If you have a group who would like to book this session then please get in touch Dates 2026 Friday 11th September

This workshop is designed to introduce you to the basic principles of Cyanotype Wet Processing, a technique that enables you to use oxides, salts and pigments to create beautiful and unique photographic prints. You will find the technique to be fun, creative and experimental. The workshop will teach you to apply the cyanotype solution in combination with oxides, salts and pigments. There will also be the opportunity to explore layering with your cyanotypes to help push your creative results. All the materials are provided for you! Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. Please note; you would benefit from completing the 'Cyanotype Print Making' workshop prior to this workshop, but it isn't essential. If it's sunny we can use that to our advantage, but it's no problem if not as Hannah has multiple UV lightboxes to expose your pieces. All the materials are provided - just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. As with all our workshops, you'll enjoy our homemade cakes and bottomless teas, coffees, or cold drinks - a glass of bubbly will be served towards the end of the session to complete your experience with us. 2026 Dates: Sunday 19th July 10am If the available dates don't suit, and have a group of 4 or more interested then please get in touch and we'll try to find you a date!

This will be the first of (hopefully!) many chilled painty sessions in the studio! In this 2-hour workshop you will trace a unique design created by local artist Sneha. Taking inspiration from Folk Art, Sneha has designed this floral piece for you to enjoy the mindful process of tracing, painting and finally outlining the design. Using Gouache paints, you can choose from a couple of colourways, then settle back and get painting! It's colourful, painty, relaxed and absorbing Suitable for all ages (13 upwards) and abilities, this is a brilliant activity to enjoy with your daughter, your Mum, your friends or just for some you-time! This workshop includes everything you need, plus all our evening workshops include a Larkswold Cocktail (alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions) alongside some savoury vegetarian nibbles. Our bar will be open for any additional purchases Friday 18th September 7-9pm

Once you learn how to make them, you’ll wonder why you never tried before. Included in your experience is a hot or cold beverage and a slice of homemade cake each. Watch as your tutor guides you through the process of making two 9cl scented candles each during this 1.5 hour workshop. Blend your own essential oil or follow one of our tried and tested combinations. Using Soy wax you will follow the journey from weighing out the correct amount, heating it to the correct temperature, blending your fragrance and adding colour to your candle if you wish. Add a label to each glass with the name of your candle and then once the candle has set you can add a little decoration to the top. Finish your session with a glass of bubbly (non-alcoholic option available) and leave with your unique candles. You’ll be glowing with pride after you have made your candles. Accompanied children over 12 years old welcome Dates: Sat 19th Sept 2pm Thurs 1st Oct 1pm Sat 3rd Oct 10am Sat 10th Oct 2.30pm (fully booked) Fri 16th Oct 10am Sun 25th Oct 10am Sat 31st Oct 2pm Thurs 5th Nov 1pm Sat 14th Nov 2pm Thurs 5th Dec 2pm Sat 19th Dec 2pm

Get ready for Christmas & surprise friends & family with unique printed cards! We have several easy designs ready for you to trace, add patterns as you wish then carve & print, or bring your own design! You can add paper collage to your prints or using a bauble design try the reduction technique to print with multiple colours. A great introduction to Lino printing - we’ll be printing cards & tags in this 2.5hr workshop. Emma is on hand to help, guide & advise on your design, and to demonstrate the steps along the way. All refreshments are included as usual plus a celebratory glass of mulled wine at the end of the session with a homemade mince pie! You will take home: Christmas cards x5 or probably more! Gift tags Your linocut which you can reuse to print onto other materials such as wrapping paper or even fabric at home. Dates: Weds 4th Nov 2-4.30pm Sun 21st Nov 2-4.30pm Thurs 26th Nov 10-12.30pm

Learn how to make a super warm and cosy blanket from jumbo wool at our Arm Knitting Workshops. Using your arms rather than needles we will show you how to gently felt the wool prior to knitting, and how to knit with your arms! We've chosen 100% natural wools for the ultimate in jumbo knitting. This is the simplest and most satisfying form of giant knitting (also known as extreme knitting) you will get. With the scrummiest super sized yarn and just a few hours you will go home proud as punch with your blanket! Please note: we need 2 weeks notice to order your choice of wool colour, although we always also keep a few giant balls in stock. Get in touch to see what’s available immediately! We run this workshop once or twice a month, so have a look at the diary to see what works for you, but if there's not a suitable date just drop us a line and we'll see what we can do. Dates: Friday 2nd October 10am Sunday 25th October 2pm Weds 4th November 10am Sunday 22nd November 2pm Saturday 19th December 10am

Join us for a full day of Christmas creating on Friday 4th or Saturday 12th December Both dates 9.45am - arrival & welcome Christmas Block Printing 10am - you will love this craft! It's all about colour and pattern, and you can print a whole variety of items from greetings cards to aprons, Christmas stockings, napkins, tea towels and tote bags Lunch 1pm - plenty of time to relax & enjoy a home-cooked lunch Friday 4th December Christmas Wreath 2pm - make your Christmas Wreath from fresh foliage, then add decorations such as orange slices, fir cones, berries and ribbons - or leave it natural! Saturday 12th December Festive Cyanotype 2pm - an introduction to the addictive and surprising technique of cyanotype where you will create prints, gift tags and a bookmark. Hannah encourages playful exploration & the results are always exciting as they literally appear before your eyes! 4.30/5pm - admire everyone’s creations & head home Don't forget you will need to squeeze in slices of all our delicious freshly made cakes, plus coffee from our wonderful bean to cup coffee machine and maybe a little glass of mulled wine or Spiced Apple. We can't wait to get in the festive spirit & spend the day with you! Friday 4th December 10-4.30pm Saturday 12th December 10-4.30/5pm

Join us for a relaxed, colourful session where we'll demonstrate printing techniques and give you lots of ideas for colour combinations and design ideas. Practise on scrap fabric before moving onto your items. Choose from our enviable collection of hand-carved wooden Indian blocks & rainbow fabric paint colours. You'll print cards & tags or maybe a tote bag, some napkins & a table runner, tea towels, an apron or Christmas Stockings. You can print several items - great for gifts! As usual, you'll enjoy a warm Larkswold welcome, plentiful teas, coffees and cold drinks with homemade cakes too! A glass of bubbly (or mulled wine in December!) will round off your session. You will leave the studio with a warm happy glow in the knowledge that you have got your Christmas mojo on! 2026 dates Thursday 1st Oct 1-4pm Get ahead with your Christmas planning & start early! Sun 25th Oct 2-5pm Fri 30th Oct 10-1pm Thurs 12th Nov 2-5pm Fri 20th Nov 10-1pm Sun 22nd Nov 2-5pm Fri 4th Dec 10-1pm (why not upgrade and spend the whole day with us, enjoy a home-cooked lunch then make a wreath in the afternoon? See separate listing: A day of Christmas Loveliness) Sat 12th Dec 10-1pm (also available as a full day with a Festive Cyanotype Workshop after lunch!) Sun 13th Dec 10-1pm Fri 18th Dec 10-1pm