Hands-On Workshops with Suffolk Craft Society Makers
Discover the joy of being creative with our talented members sharing their expertise in heritage crafts through hands-on, immersive sessions. Whether held in their own studios or at special venues, these workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn directly from skilled artisans, gaining insights into traditional techniques and contemporary craftsmanship.
Why take a workshop?
Learn from the Experts, our makers are highly skilled in their craft, offering specialist guidance and tailored instruction.
Heritage Skills, Modern Creativity, explore time-honored techniques and discover how they are applied in today’s craft world.
Hands-On Experience, enjoy practical, engaging sessions where you create your own unique piece.
Small Groups, Personalised Learning, benefit from focused teaching in an inspiring, supportive environment.
Ceramics Workshops
Enjoy a personalised experience day for up to two people with Janene Waudby at her studio in Holbrook, Suffolk.
Take your pottery skills to the next level with Neville Tatham. He leads masterclass-style sessions at Colchester Makerspace focusing on two specialized techniques: creating large-scale pottery and the art of sprig making.
Glass Workshops
Clare Gaylard specialises in one-to-one torch work, offering tailored guidance to help you develop your skills, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique.
Hassina Khan offers workshops in stained glass, fused glass and kiln-carved glass from her studio at Old Jet, Rendlesham.
Jewellery Workshops
Join Helen Smith for a jewellery-making workshop and learn traditional silversmithing techniques to create your own unique silver piece in a relaxed, creative setting.
Leather Workshops
Mark Papworth offers introductory leatherworking courses covering tools, materials and techniques, alongside advanced workshops in box making, wet moulding, bag making and leatherwork for re-enactors.
Printmaking Workshops
Discover the art of lino printing with Helen Maxfield through small-group workshops at her Suffolk studio, with larger groups accommodated at Stoke Bridge, Ipswich.
Textile Workshops
New member and textile artist Alex Waylett offers a variety of textile workshops from her gallery in Essex - alexandrawaylett.com
Wire Workshops
Join Nicci Dedman to learn how to shape wire into words and images, creating a personalised greeting card or meaningful keepsake.
Whether you're a beginner looking to try something new or a maker wanting to refine your skills, these workshops provide an invaluable learning experience while supporting local craftspeople.