Print & Make A Lampshade - Saturday 11th January 2025

10am - 3.30pm, January 11, 2025

Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Downington, Lechlade, Gloucestershire GL7 3DL

If you are new to Indian Wooden Block Printing or looking for a new project then this workshop is perfect for you.

In this workshop you will discover the ancient art of block printing using hand carved wooden blocks made in rural India by skilled artisans. Block printing can be used to create designs on bags, soft furnishing, clothing, lampshades, paper and more.

You will choose from a large selection of blocks and experiment with colour and design. You will learn how to use two colours and how to create repeat patterns on your sampler piece of fabric.

Once you are ready to move on you will print a piece of fabric and be shown how to make it into your own unique lampshade using a method that requires no sewing!

There are several shapes and sizes of lampshades to choose from, there may be a small additional fee to pay on the day if you choose a larger lampshade.

Cost: £55 - includes all materials, tea & coffee, biscuits
You will get:
- Practice Fabric
- Fabric for lampshade
- Lampshade Making components
Please bring: lunch and an apron

NOTE: Please wear old clothing as you will be using fabric paint that will mark your clothing.

Customer cancellation deadline: 27th December

Please note: the Craft Barn is an old stone barn and is accessed via external stone steps with handrails and may not be suitable for anyone with mobility issues.

Click here to see cancellation information.