Workshops 2026

creative workshops

Below is our current programme of half and full day creative workshops. 

All of our workshops include materials unless otherwise stated. Our half day workshops also include a hot drink and home baked treat while full day workshops include a delicious light lunch. 

To book: Contact the Gallery on 01670 783424 or by email: feltongallery45@gmail.com. Full payment is required to secure your place.  We also have gift vouchers available for a thoughtful gift.

We can also arrange workshops for groups of family and friends with options for catering and subject. 

If we cancel the workshop, a full refund or credit will be given. Please get in touch if you have any questions!If you need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible although refunds will be at our discretion. 

CRAFT CAFE 2026

Come and join us for one of our popular and hugely enjoyable Craft Cafés. Choose two activities from the menu and enjoy a break for a drink and nibbles in between. Details for the crafts on offer will be available at the gallery, or do feel free to give the gallery a call on 01670 783424 for further details.

Dates for your diary:

September 18th 7pm – 9:30pm

November 13th 7pm – 9:30pm

 

Nalbinding with Stella Spence

July 25th, 10:30-1:00 £40

A brand new workshop for 2026!  Nalbinding (nålbinding) is an  ancient, durable textile technique predating knitting and crochet, using a single needle and short yarn lengths to create interlocking, non-unraveling fabric. Popularized in Scandinavia (Viking era) and historically worldwide, it creates dense, warm, and easily repairable items like socks, mittens, and hats by hand-looping, often using the Oslo stitch. 
This technique dates back to the Bronze of early Iron Age, making it one of the oldest methods of fabric construction.
 
On this course you will be given a Nalbinding needle and ball of pure wool and taught how to
start, to make a chain, how to do Oslo stitch and make a glove.
Pyrography with Lee Kershaw
August 15th 10:30-3:30  £60
 
Burn, baby, burn!  You will be given wooden objects to try your hand at pyrography using a heated stylus to create your image.  Each attendee goes home with the fully kit so this is definitely a skill you can continue to practice at home!
 
 
Double Disc earrings with Diane Stewardson
September 19th  10:30-1:30 £55
 
Early booking is essential for this workshop with the gifted Diane!  You will be making a pair of double disc earrings in brass or copper.  All materials provided! Llearn how to use traditional skills such as sawing, filing, hammering to make a pair of mixed metal earrings with handmade silver earwires’.
 
Pet Portraiture in Pastels with Pam Stevenson
September 26th  10:30-3:30 £60
 
Pam will be stepping out of her studio to teach her techniques for capturing your pet (or someone else’s) in pastel.  Whether you are a beginner or have some experience in painting and drawing animals, artist Pam Stevenson will show you how to layer pastels and use colour effectively to create different types of fur and the important features of a beloved pet or favourite animal.   You will work on a variety of papers and use both pan pastels, soft pastels and pastel pencils, all of which are provided by the artist.
 
 
 
Botanical Monoprinting with Diana FitzPatrick
October 17th  10:30-3:30 £60
 
Use plants, flowers and ink to create detailed and delicate works of art on paper.
These can be mounted, framed or used to create cards or collages with Diana, one of our resident artists.
 
 
Polymer Clay Modelling with Lee Kershaw
November 21st, 10:30-3:30 £60
 
Lee is a multifaceted artist who works in many media.  He’ll be introducing you to the fun and creative world of polymer clay to create a detailed Northumbrian animal portrait.
 
 
Wreath Making with Chris Cann
November 29th   10:30-12:30 OR 1:30-3:30 £35
 
Our traditional wreath making day to create a beautiful festive decoration for your home.  Greenery and decorations all provided as well as mince pies and coffee.
 
Textile Christmas Cards with Jen Brown from Orla and Billy
December 5th   10:30-3:30 £60
 
Hand sew a panel for the front of your Christmas card using festive fabrics.  You’ll also enjoy a bowl of handmade soup and festive treats!