10-Week Painting for Pleasure for 18+years | Sheskburn Recreation Centre, Ballycastle
Thursday 17 September to 26 November (no class 29 Oct) | 7-9pm |
Cost £75 full, £68 concession | Tutor Louie Winward | Sheskburn
Recreation Centre, Ballycastle
Running for over five years now, this popular ten-week course encourages you to experiment with materials and techniques to find your own painting ‘path’.
Book directly online or call Flowerfield Reception on 028 7083 1400.
Introduction to Fermenting for 18+yrs
Thursday 24 September | 6.30–9pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Tutor Erin Bunting
Discover the timeless craft of fermentation and learn how simple seasonal ingredients can be transformed into delicious, naturally preserved foods in this practical, hands-on workshop.
Botanical Flower Watercolours for 18+yrs
Thursday 24 September | 7–9pm
Cost £35 full, £31 concession | Tutor Leona Devine
Explore the beauty of botanical watercolour through a relaxed evening of painting. Guided by artist Leona Devine, discover expressive techniques while developing confidence with delicate florals, colour, light and composition.
Wool Felt Sea Swimmers for 18+yrs
Saturday 26 September | 10am–1pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Carolyn Faith
Celebrate the joy of wild swimming by creating a charming needle-felted figure inspired by life at the water's edge. A creative workshop full of colour, character and texture.
Mums Meet and Make | Ceramic Berry Bowls
Tuesday 29 September | 9.30-11am
Cost £10 | Tutor Fiona Shannon
Create your own beautiful handcrafted ceramic berry bowl with Fiona Shannon. Learn hand-building techniques to shape, texture and decorate a functional piece, which will be professionally glazed and fired for collection later.
Ekphrastic Writing for 18+yrs
Thursday 1 October | 11am–1pm
Cost £25 full, £23 concession | Tutor James Simpson
Discover how art can inspire words in this thoughtful creative writing workshop. Using visual artworks as a starting point, explore poetry and prose through observation, memory and imagination.
Dúchas | Handprinting Irish Linen Lampshade for 18+yrs
Friday 2 October | 7–9pm
Cost £65 full, £60 concession | Tutor Jenna Malcomson
Design and hand-print luxurious Irish linen before transforming it into a bespoke lampshade. A beautiful introduction to textile printing with a contemporary handmade finish.
Dúchas | The Spinner’s Wheel for 18+yrs
Wednesday 7 October | 11am–4pm
Cost £55 full, £50 concession | Tutor Lorna Shannon
Experience the heritage craft of spinning as you learn to transform fleece into yarn using a traditional spinning wheel. An absorbing introduction to one of Ireland's oldest textile skills.
Dúchas | Willow Lanterns for 18+yrs
Saturday 10 October | 10am–2pm
Cost £60 full, £54 concession | Tutor Louise McLean
Weave a sculptural willow lantern using traditional basketry techniques. Crafted from natural materials, your finished piece will bring warmth and atmosphere to autumn evenings.
Dúchas | Weaving Tapestry Studio for 18+yrs
Wednesday 14 October | 11am–4pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Tutor Lorna Shannon
Explore colour, texture and pattern while learning the fundamentals of loom weaving. Create your own woven textile in this relaxed introduction to an enduring craft tradition.
Giant Taste of Causeway Coast & Glens | Chocolate Make & Take Session 2
Saturday 17 October
Session 2: 12.15–12.45pm
Cost £5 per child | Tutor Geri Martin of Chocolate Manor
Calling all mini chocolatiers! Join award-winning chocolatier Geri Martin from Chocolate Manor for a delicious hands-on workshop. Learn how to pipe and decorate two chocolate creations before taking your handmade treats home to enjoy. A fun-filled introduction to the art of chocolate making
Giant Taste of Causeway Coast & Glens | Christmas Chutney Taster | Session 2
Saturday 17 October
Session 2: 1.30–2.30pm
Cost £10 | Tutor Amanda of Ballykenver Farmshop & Kitchen
Get ready for Christmas by learning how to make a delicious Cranberry and Apple Chutney from scratch. Guided by Amanda from Ballykenver Farmshop & Kitchen, you'll prepare, pot and take home your own handmade chutney, along with the recipe to recreate it again.
Giant Taste of Causeway Coast & Glens | Christmas Chutney Taster | Session 1
Saturday 17 October
Session 1: 11.30am–12.30pm
Cost £10 | Tutor Amanda of Ballykenver Farmshop & Kitchen
Get ready for Christmas by learning how to make a delicious Cranberry and Apple Chutney from scratch. Guided by Amanda from Ballykenver Farmshop & Kitchen, you'll prepare, pot and take home your own handmade chutney, along with the recipe to recreate it again.
Giant Taste of Causeway Coast & Glens | Chocolate Make & Take Session 1
Saturday 17 October
Session 1: 11–11.30am
Cost £5 per child | Tutor Geri Martin of Chocolate Manor
Calling all mini chocolatiers! Join award-winning chocolatier Geri Martin from Chocolate Manor for a delicious hands-on workshop. Learn how to pipe and decorate two chocolate creations before taking your handmade treats home to enjoy. A fun-filled introduction to the art of chocolate making.
Dúchas | Irish Cottage Illustration for 18+yrs
Tuesday 20 October | 11am–1pm
Cost £35 full, £31 concession | Tutor Louie Winward
Take inspiration from Ireland's vernacular architecture to create an expressive illustrated Irish cottage. A creative drawing workshop celebrating place, heritage and storytelling through art.
Mums Meet and Make | Birthday Crowns
Wednesday 21 October | 9.30-11.30am
Cost £10 | Tutor Rachael Armstrong from Little Perch Designs
Learn some sewing machine basics to create a special celebration keepsake fit for any birthday star. Pick from gorgeous fabrics and ribbons to create a gorgeous handmade birthday crown.
Dúchas | The Art of Stumpwork Embroidery for 18+yrs
Wednesday 21 October | 7–9pm
Cost £40 full, £36 concession | Tutor Edel Cartin
Discover the richly decorative art of raised embroidery and create a beautifully textured design using traditional stumpwork techniques with contemporary flair.
Dúchas | Mountmellick Lacework for Beginners for 18+yrs
Thursday 22 October | 7–9pm
Cost £40 full, £36 concession | Tutor Edel Cartin
Explore one of Ireland's finest embroidery traditions while learning the distinctive stitches that make Mountmellick work both elegant and enduring.
Dúchas | Wool Felted Irish Landscapes for 18+yrs
Saturday 24 October | 11am–1pm
Cost £40 full, £36 concession | Tutor Carolyn Faith
Create a richly textured felted landscape inspired by Ireland's dramatic scenery. Blend wool fibres and colour to produce a unique artwork full of atmosphere and depth.
Dúchas | 4-Week A Handmade Ceramic Christmas for 18+yrs
Thursday 5 -26 November | 7-9pm
Cost £95 full, £86 concession | Tutor Fiona Shannon
Embrace the festive season with four evenings of creative making. Craft a beautiful collection of handmade decorations and seasonal keepsakes inspired by traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design.
Monoprint Hare Workshop for 18+yrs
Saturday 14 November | 11am–1pm
Cost £35 full, £31 concession | Tutor Carolyn Faith
Celebrate one of Ireland's most iconic wildlife symbols in this creative monoprint workshop. Guided by Carolyn Faith, you'll use expressive printmaking techniques to create a striking hare print, exploring texture, layering and etching along the way.
Mums Meet and Make | Botanical Watercolours
Thursday 19 November | 9.30-11am
Cost £10 | Tutor Elaine Harkness
Take some time for yourself and join artist Elaine Harkness for a relaxed session. Create a colourful, playful botanical watercolour painting while exploring loose painting techniques and joyful colour combinations in a welcoming and supportive space.
Christmas Wreath for 18+yrs
Thursday 26 November | 7–9pm
Cost £55 full, concession £50 | Tutor Rachel McCloskey
Create a fresh festive wreath using seasonal foliage, natural textures and decorative details. A welcoming workshop celebrating the beauty of Christmas floristry.
A Wool Felted Robin for 18+yrs
Saturday 28 November | 11am–1pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Tutor Carolyn Faith
Craft a charming festive robin decoration through the art of needle felting. A relaxing evening of creativity, colour and handmade Christmas cheer.
Mums Meet and Make | Santa Cookie Plate Decorating
Tuesday 1 December | 9.30-11am
Cost £10 | Tutor Fiona Shannon
Create a special keepsake for your baby’s first Christmas as you paint a festive cookie plate ready for Santa’s treats. Add your own creative touches and make a magical handmade piece to treasure each Christmas for years to come.
Christmas Nordic Houses for 18+yrs
Thursday 3 December | 7–9pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Tutor Fiona Shannon
Create a beautiful collection of Scandinavian-inspired decorative houses, bringing a simple, elegant touch of Nordic style to your festive home.
Irish Linen Printed Christmas Stocking for 18+yrs
Friday 4 December | 7–9pm
Cost £45 full, £40 concession | Tutor Jenna Malcomson
Print your own Irish linen before creating a luxurious handmade Christmas stocking. A contemporary festive textile workshop celebrating craft, creativity and tradition.
Landscape Painting for 18+ Yrs
Thursday 10 December | 7-9pm
Cost £35 full, £30 concession | Tutor Hugh McElwee
Join Hugh for a special landscape painting workshop inspired by his exhibition The Colour of Water. Discover his techniques for capturing the light, colour and atmosphere of the local landscape in this relaxed, practical session.
Christmas Table Centrepiece for 18+yrs
Wednesday 16 December | 7–9pm
Cost £50 full, £45 concession | Tutor Rachel McCloskey
Create an elegant seasonal centrepiece using fresh foliage and festive materials. Perfect for dressing your Christmas table with natural style and handcrafted charm.
Fused Glass Angel for 18+yrs
Saturday 19 December | 1.30–3.30pm
Cost £40 full, £36 concession | Tutor Natasha Duddy
Create a beautiful, fused glass angel to treasure or gift this Christmas. Discover the colourful possibilities of glass while crafting a unique festive keepsake.
