Join us for an exciting TATTOO FLASH PAINTING WORKSHOP at Assembly House! 

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone looking to learn the art of tattoo flash painting. 

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, sharing tips and techniques along the way. 

Get ready to unleash your creativity and create your own unique flash designs. 

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive event - secure your spot today! See Tickets below.

Felting is a slow, sensory, and deeply satisfying art from - perfect for anyone who loves tactile art and is looking to unwind and relax. This ancient process is simple yet magical: as you layer, shape, and gently agitate the wool, the fibres bond together to form sculptural vessels. 

Join us for our next ‘Hyde Park Stitch Club’ social! 

Come together with fellow crafters for a cozy evening of knitting, crocheting, sewing, cross stitch and embroidery etc.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome!

Just bring your current project and meet us there — no experience required!

This is a free, friendly space for creativity and community. 

Hosted by: @knittedbykee & @laurablackwell (via Instagram)

See you there! 

Northlight Arts Centre and Old Mill Arts bring you inspiring workshops that explore the hidden profundity of hand making creative materials. Through practising and sharing these age old crafts, we hope to remember parts of ourselves eclipsed by mass production, and to celebrate the rich history of the handmade arts. 

Who doesn't love a tray of colourful pastels? 

Northlight Arts Centre and Old Mill Arts bring you inspiring workshops that explore the hidden profundity of hand making creative materials. Through practising and sharing these age old crafts, we hope to remember parts of ourselves eclipsed by mass production, and to celebrate the rich history of the handmade arts. 

Start your creative journey with wire and metal and learn to make beautiful, wearable art you can give away as a gift or be proud to wear yourself. 

You’ll learn how to cut, shape, texture, and assemble wires to create your own unique cuff bangle. Whether you are a complete beginner or someone who wants to learn sone new techniques our tutor Amanda Burton (Wire Moon) will be offering up invaluable tips and her skills to guide you in this half day workshop. 

Come and join us for a fun and friendly life drawing session. Go Figure is a regular event held here at Swarthmore, look out for it every first Thursday of the month!

There will be no tutor leading this session but it will be hosted by a member of the Swarthmore team. There are a number of easles and drawing boards available to use, but do feel free to bring your own.

There will be a rotation of both male and female life models and on occassion we will have multiple models in the same session.

Do you want to improve your pattern cutting/making skills?

This is an opportunity for you to learn the fundamentals of pattern cutting and making including pattern drafting techniques such as dart manipulation, style line, add flair to skirts and yolks. In addition, your fabulous tutor Alison will offer deomonstations covering simple pattern designs.

You will be shown practical skills in this subject and will be introduced to essentials tools of the trade such as pattern masters, awls, pracing wheels and how to correctly utilise notches.