Posts for September, 2024

This knitting skill opens up a whole collection of new patterns & techniques!

We will learn to cast on in the round & working both stoking & garter stitch to create a cowl

Then we will create a toddler size pair of mittens to learn increasing & decreasing in the round.

We will be working with free patterns from Tin Can Knits

You will need to bring
– Aran Yarn (92-165m for cowl, 65m for mittens, roughly 2 balls max)
– 4mm & 5mm needles, either a set of 4-5 double pointed needles or circular needs (we recommend 40-60cm cable length

Popular local artist Angus Grant is among 300 crafters and artists taking part in this year’s North East Open Studios. The event, which is in its 21st year, offers the public the chance to visit studios and workshops across the region and see firsthand the processes and equipment used to make beautiful artwork.

This is the first time Angus has taken part and he is offering the chance to see his pottery at the Spey Bank Studio in Grantown-on-Spey. He’ll be available to talk about making ceramics and maybe even demonstrate some of his making techniques.

Wandering Workshops Re-connection yoga and contemplative nature walking workshop is designed to support you to access the natural energy of the land and the turning of the seasons, through Gaelic nature wisdom, your own natural breath cycles, and the power of yoga and mindfulness practices. The hope is to help you find a renewed sense of connection, meaning, and fulfilment.

The weekend’s workshop will include:

Yoga & breathwork sessions, working on flow and connection
Nature walks and contemplative walking in Glenmore Lodge’s surrounding area
Guided reflection & journaling, finding creativity

Join Timber + Stitch in their Aviemore Studio and learn the basics of screen printing onto fabric.

This beginners screen printing class will take place in a relaxed environment over a 2.5 hr period.

You will use hand cut paper stencils (either scissor or scalpel cut) to create your own unique tea towel or tote bag print.

– You will learn how to prepare stencils
– You will learn about suitable fabrics and inks to use
– You will create a unique printed tea towel or tote bag to take home

All materials are included in the price. You can choose to print either a tea towel or tote bag.

Join Timber + Stitch in their Aviemore Studio and learn the basics of screen printing onto fabric in the morning and sewing a lined zipper pouch in the afternoon.

This class will take place in a relaxed environment over a 4.5 hr period.

You will use hand cut paper stencils (either scissor or scalpel cut) to create your own unique print and then sew your fabric finishing the class with your own zip pouch. These little zip pouches are so versatile and a great skill to have and after the class you will be confident to make more.

What you will learn in the class:
– You will learn how to prepare paper stencils
– You will learn about suitable fabrics and inks to use for screen printing
– You will learn how to heat set your printed fabric
– You will learn how to insert a zip
– You will learn how to sew up a lined pouch

All materials are included in the class but you must bring your own sewing machine. (Basic sewing machine skills required).

This class will run from 10:00 – 14:30 with a short break for lunch when some yummy nibbles will be provided.

Join Timber + Stitch in their Aviemore Studio and learn the basics of screen printing.
This beginners screen printing class will take place in a relaxed environment over a 2.5 hr period.
You will use hand cut paper stencils (either scissor or scalpel cut) to create your own unique tea towel print.

– You will learn how to prepare stencils
– You will learn about suitable fabrics and inks to use
– You will create a unique printed tea towel to take home

All materials are included in the price

Over the last year, artists Elizabeth Reeder and Amanda Thomson have been working with local communities and Cairngorms Connect to create a Commonplace Book for the Cairngorms.

With over 50 submissions, including photography, drawings and writing, the final collection captures a snapshot of our lives in this landscape.

Join us at the Spey Bank Studio for an event to celebrate the project, view the submissions and get involved in weaving the Kist which will hold them, with expert guidance from willow weaver Helen Jackson.

You’ll taste four spirits including gin and rum made at Lost Loch Distillery near Aboyne on Royal Deeside, while listening to the story of the Lost Loch, how Haroosh began and why we made Scotland’s first absinthe, Murmichan. THIS EVENT WILL ONLY GO AHEAD IF THERE ARE 4 OR MORE PEOPLE BOOKED (if this event is cancelled, your fee will be refunded in full).

This is a two-day workshop, based at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, covering the fundamentals of painting landscapes in oil. We will be learning how to create landscape paintings with depth, strong composition and beautiful colour in oil. The workshop will also cover the fundamentals of painting in oils, including how to use solvents and mediums, as well as techniques and application of paint.

Suitable for beginners or those who have some experience of painting in other mediums.

Our studio for the weekend will be the large and bright conference space at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, near Aviemore. Badaguish is situated in a woodland clearing, with views of the Cairngorm mountains. We will be making the most of our stunning location and will be painting outside in the local area, as well as spending time working in the studio.

This is a two-day workshop covering the fundamentals of painting landscapes in oil. We will be learning how to create landscape paintings with depth, strong composition and beautiful colour in oil. The workshop will also cover the fundamentals of painting in oils, including how to use solvents and mediums, as well as techniques and application of paint.

Suitable for beginners or those who have some experience of painting in other mediums.

Our studio for the weekend will be the large and bright conference space at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, near Aviemore in the Cairngorms National Park. Badaguish is situated in a woodland clearing, with views of the Cairngorm mountains. We will be making the most of our stunning location and will be painting outside in the local area, as well as spending time working in the studio.

Accommodation is not provided, but there are several accommodation options on-site at Badaguish, including heated camping pods for individuals and couples and forest lodges for larger groups. These can be booked on their website here or by emailing bookings@badaguish.org.

More information and booking at www.shonacammack.com/workshops