In this one-day course you will learn all the processes involved in designing, carving and printing a lino block.
This hands-on workshop brings together science and creativity to explore the world of natural dyes – co-taught between the Curator, who specialises in the science of plant pigments and our artist in residence.
Transform your skin care with plant power! Discover how to use ordinary plant-based ingredients to enhance your daily beauty routine and create sample masks straight from the kitchen larder to soothe, nourish and rejuvenate your skin. During this class we’ll also make our own nourishing, healing and luxurious lip balms, a facial moisturiser with added precious essential oils to nourish the skin, and a gentle skin cleanser. These will all be made from plant-based ingredients (plus a little beeswax) and packaged in eco-friendly tins.
Would you like to understand how plants grow and reproduce in the enticing world of succulents? Then come and join our beginner’s course! Learn how to propagate and grow succulents from cuttings and explore the substrates in which to grow them. Learn propagation methods: stem, seed, leaf, rosette cuttings and plantlets. Delve into cacti propagation: globular, columnar or flat stem cuttings, as well as grafting and division. The course will include both practical and theoretical elements, including a tour of the succulent and cacti collection at the Botanic Garden.
Identifying trees in winter often means that the traditional identification features such as leaves and flowers are not visible. We will look at the features which can be used to identify trees in winter and throughout the year. With the Botanic Garden’s wonderful tree collection as our backdrop, we will focus mainly on broad-leaved deciduous landscape trees, as well as looking at some evergreen conifers. We will discuss some basic concepts, tree anatomy and spend time around the Garden identifying trees and comparing features.
Muslins and cottons, prints and sprigs, influences from India and the growth of merchants. We will explore links between parks and parades of spa towns, Reptonian gardenesque for the newly monied classes, aviaries and exotics for the Regent. Portraits and conversation pieces give us insights into clothing and landscape, as polite society dictate fashion inside and out as literature joins the cultural milieu.
First part in a monthly series examining the interplay of textiles, fashion, culture, and garden design. Each session is sold separately.
Explore safe and practical uses of essential oils distilled from aromatic plants for seasonal wellness.
During this hands-on course, you will discover how to create aromatic blends for your skin, baths and inhalations to soothe colds, nourish dry skin, improve circulation and more. Guided by Maike Dring, you’ll also practise a relaxing hand massage technique designed to ease sinus congestion and cold symptoms. At the end of the course, you will take home an aromatherapy blend designed to complement your self-care routines during colder months.
Curious about botany, but scared to give it a go? This new, one-day course could be for you!
We invite families with children who have additional sensory needs to join us for our Studio Sunday Relaxed Session. These quieter art making workshops aim to provide a comfortable creative experience at Kettle’s Yard.
In our Clore Learning Studio, participants can make art inspired by artworks and ideas at Kettle’s Yard, supported by artists and volunteers. No prior art experience is required.
Activities are designed for children ages 3–11 and we encourage parents and carers to create alongside their child.
Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.
Get hands-on with creative activities inspired by artworks and ideas at Kettle’s Yard.
No art experience needed — our friendly artists and volunteers will support you step-by-step. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to participate but Studio Sunday is most suitable for children between 3–11 years.
