3 lovely classes and workshops you can still book during August Craft Month
Time is ticking on August Craft Month.
A treasure trove of over 400 events celebrating the South West’s vibrant maker scene, it’s your chance to snag unique finds, meet passionate artisans, and unleash your inner crafter.
With only two weeks left to go, there’s still a chance to catch some of the exciting events taking place across Cork and avoid FOMO until next year.
Here’s a taste of what’s still on offer:
Make your Wedding Rings – Class for Couples
Location: Benchspace, Unit B1B, Marina Commercial Park, Cork City. T12KRH7
Date: Saturday, August 31st, 10am – 1pm
Price: €250
An immersive workshop that provides you with the opportunity to create your own custom wedding rings, this class offers a unique experience to craft a symbol of love and commitment with your own hands, together as a couple. Designed for a maximum of three couples/six participants to ensure personalised attention and guidance throughout the process, jewellery tutor Fabio Oliveira will teach you the techniques and skills required to complete your wedding rings during your three-hour class.
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By the end, you will have completed your very own set of wedding rings, ready to be worn and cherished for a lifetime, and presented in a custom engraved laser cut wooden jewellery box to take them home in. Materials are included in the cost of the workshop and no experience is necessary.
“Reverie” Cork Craft Month Showcase at the Lewis Glucksman Gallery
Location: Lewis Glucksman Gallery, University College Cork. T12 N1FK
Date: Daily until Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Price: FREE
In celebrating 15 years of Cork Craft Month, UCC’s Lewis Glucksman Gallery will play host to a mini showcase of Cork Craft & Design’s members’ work. The showcase, “Reverie”, displays pieces that evoke a sense of dreamy contemplation, fantasy and deep thought.
The work encourages viewers to pause, reflect and connect with the artists through their chosen medium.
Embroidery Workshop
Location: The Colour Box, Eastpark House Unit F9, Marina Commercial Park, Centre Park Road, Cork
Date: Friday, August 23rd, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Price: €85
Unleash your creativity and learn the captivating craft of embroidery. Join an exciting workshop designed for beginners. No prior experience is required!
Step-by-step guidance will be provided as you learn essential embroidery stitches and techniques, create one full design, express your unique style and personalise your creations. Each attendee will take home a complete embroidery kit which includes an embroidery hoop, a variety of threads, a selection of needles, fabric with pre-printed designs, and bias binding used to prepare the hoop.
You can use the August Craft Month interactive map here to find the closest events happening in your local community.
