Join us for a day of learning about traditional signwriting and gold leaf gilding, with Carlie from Buck & Bear Design. Perfect for beginners who are new to the craft and would like to learn the basics of brush control, pattern transfer and how to use gold leaf. You will learn tips, tricks and techniques […]

Make a linocut Victorian Valentine’s Puzzle Purse with Nastasha Boyce aka Little Enn. A unique alternative to the everyday greetings card, create a treasured keepsake for your loved one with a hidden message folded away inside. In this workshop, you will: Use patterns and motifs inspired by the David Parr House to create Victorian Puzzle […]

Create a bespoke drum lampshade with block printing on fabric in this engaging workshop led by Lydia, a skilled fabric printer and maker from Suffolk. In this workshop, you will: Learn the art of block printing to personalise textiles. Practise techniques on scrap fabric before printing a 30cm drum lampshade on cotton or linen. Experiment […]

Discover the Art of Broom Making at David Parr House. Led by skilled instructor Jon Bailey, renowned for his mastery and years of experience in teaching greenwood turning, this course promises an authentic journey into woodworking heritage. Step into the timeless broom-making tradition in this engaging and hands-on 4-hour workshop. Learn to craft beautiful, functional brooms that […]

Join artist-printmaker, Adam Bridgland for a screen print mono-printing workshop on 14th December 2024, 10.30 am – 1.00 pm. In this workshop, you will: Use a screen print frame and ink provided to paint and pull your own unique colourful print works onto paper inspired by the patterns and artwork found in the David Parr […]

Design and print your own decorative pattern using lino under the expert guidance of artist and printmaker Nicholas Hughes. Referencing David Parr House, you will start with making some super quick drawings which will inform your designs. Using tools ideal for lino carving each participant will explore your own approach to mark making which we […]

Join artist and experienced rug maker Lu Mason for a hands-on workshop where you’ll explore traditional rag rug techniques, including the hookie and proddie/clippie methods. In this workshop, you’ll: Learn to create two small rag rug squares using the hookie technique Discover the best fabrics to use for rag rug making Explore simple yet effective […]