Come along to learn a new creative skill and practice the art of mindful calligraphy with Sophie of Sophie Eloise Calligraphy. 

Using a traditional nib and ink technique, you will learn stroke techniques and letter formation and have a go at crafting your name, before moving on to create your very own affirmation cards to take home. 

All of Sophie’s workshops are suitable for beginners and we welcome people coming by themselves! 

Come join us at stocked. for a relaxed, guided, creative evening with local artist Mireille Botros, as we recreate a David Hockney painting using acrylic paints.

All materials are provided, and your ticket includes a complimentary drink and baked treat from Slow Rise Bakery, although you’re welcome to bring your own bottle as well for your very own sip and paint experience.

In this festive bookbinding workshop, you will create your very own selection of books using traditional techniques, perfect for gifting to loved ones as notebooks or mini photo-albums. You will be guided step-by-step through pamphlet stitch and hard-bound covers, with plenty of time to develop your skills and knowledge in a small group.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and you will leave the workshop with helpful guides to make your own books at home.

Please note - this workshop is suitable for beginners but they must be 18+

Leeds based florist, Anita from BlumenKind, will provide expert step by step guidance on how to create a stunning winter wreath which will be the envy of your neighbors!

This workshop is perfect for beginners and those with a some experinece of floristry!

Once you’ve made your base using a variety of seasonal foliage, you will be able to choose your own colour scheme, ribbons and decorations to adorn your wreath.

All materials are included and at the end of the session you will have your very own wreath to take home!!

Your tutor, Abbie Mooney, will guide you through the process of layering textures and marks to create unique printing plates that will then be inked up and rolled through our traditional roller press to create a range of original prints.

This workshop is perfect for beginners or those who have tried other printmaking processes before as Abbie will equip you with the skills to combine new and familiar techniques to make artwork that is personal to you.

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 occasion we will have multiple models in the same session.

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.

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 occasion we will have multiple models in the same session.

A relaxing afternoon chat and craft session decorating cardboard gingerbread houses in the cosy Gatehouse at Abbey House Museum. 

Join us in the stunning Gatehouse to make a festive felt flower bouquet from deadstock felt and fabric. 

All crafting levels welcome. 

All instructions and materials are provided but please feel free to bring any fabric scraps or ornaments to add to your wreath. 

Festive refreshments included.