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See details of all Scottish craft events listed on the Craft Scotland website - from craft exhibitions, workshops, and craft classes, to design fairs, open studios and pop-up shops.


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  1. From Death to Death and Other Small Tales
    From Death to Death and Other Small Tales
    From: 15/12/2012 To: 08/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Masterpieces from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the D. Daskalopoulos Collection including work in stone, wood, glass, ceramics and textiles.

    Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One), 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS
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  2. Japanese Stab Binding at Owl and Lion Bindery
    Japanese Stab Binding at Owl and Lion Bindery
    From: 19/02/2013 To: 18/06/2013  18:30 - 20:00

    Bind and Go! Express bookbinding workshops: These taster classes are bite-sized workshops designed to introduce you to the craft of Bookbinding.

    Owl and Lion Bindery, 66 Westport, EH1 2LD
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  3. Experiment To Stitch
    Experiment To Stitch
    From: 20/02/2013 To: 04/12/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A series of nine individual workshops for people working with textiles.

    The Purple Thread Shed, 75 Main Street, Roslin, EH25 9LU
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  4. Rodin's The Kiss
    Rodin's The Kiss
    From: 25/02/2013 To: 31/01/2014  10:00 - 17:00

    See one of the most iconic and best-loved works of sculpture in the world at the Scottish National Gallery.

    Scottish National Gallery, The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL
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  5. Silver of the Stars
    Silver of the Stars
    From: 12/04/2013 To: 21/09/2013  09:00 - 17:00

    A sparkling collection of contemporary silverware crafted by highly skilled makers, designed in collaboration with some of Scotland's world-famous stars including Sean Connery and Ewan McGregor.

    Museum of Edinburgh, 142-146 Canongate, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH8 8DD
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  6. All the basics of bookbinding with Sarah Diver-Lang
    From: 07/05/2013 To: 25/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    An introduction to all the basics of creative bookbinding including: japanese and single stitch bind, hard covers, accordion books and portfolios and finishing techniques including embossing and print.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
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  7. Upholstery for beginners
    From: 07/05/2013 To: 25/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    This course is an introduction to a range of processes used in most upholstery projects. Participants will strip and re-upholster a deep-seated, sprung dining chair.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
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  8. Dressmaking - adapt and sew your own 50s style dress
    From: 08/05/2013 To: 26/06/2013  06:30 - 21:30

    Make a 50s style dress - adapt a dress pattern to your own personal measurements. We provide the pattern, you make it your own.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
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  9. Screenprinted Textiles
    From: 09/05/2013 To: 27/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    Learn how to design a repeat to create continuous pattern on a length of fabric, printing in multiple colours and translating mark-making to print.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
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  10. Amazing Amber
    Amazing Amber
    From: 10/05/2013 To: 08/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    This breathtaking exhibition explores the many facets of a beautiful and versatile material that has been treasured for thousands of years: amber.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  11. Evening class in ceramics
    Evening class in ceramics
    From: 14/05/2013 To: 18/06/2013  18:00 - 20:30

    An introduction to working with clay, suitable for beginners or those with a little experience. Run by Fiona Thompson.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, Second Floor, Beaverhall House, 27 Beaverhall road, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  12. Ilana Halperin - The Library
    Ilana Halperin - The Library
    From: 24/05/2013 To: 29/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Contemporary artist Ilana Halperin creatively explores time through fossils, minerals and geological sculptures in The Library, an innovative exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  13. Coverings: Artists’ Books with Susie Wilson
    From: 29/05/2013 To: 02/08/2013  09:00 - 17:00

    Learn about artists' books and how to make them at this Leith School of Art Workshop.

    Leith
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  14. Art in the Studio for 10 - 12 year olds
    From: 29/05/2013 To: 26/06/2013  09:00 - 17:00

    An exciting week of creating and curating at Leith School of Art.

    Leith School of Art, 25 North Junction Street, Edinburgh EH6 6HW
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  15. Art and Design Studies: Summer 2013 at ECA
    From: 31/05/2013 To: 09/08/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) are offering intensive week-long courses in craft and design in July and August.

    ECA, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  16. Seashore Gallery Summer Festival Exhibition
    Seashore Gallery Summer Festival Exhibition
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 30/06/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Seashore Gallery's Summer Exhibition has something for everyone.

    Seashore Gallery, 3 Marshall Street, Cockenzie, East Lothian, EH32 0HT
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  17. Woollen Jewels
    Woollen Jewels
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 30/06/2013  11:00 - 19:00

    Quirky and nostalgic felted jewellery by Edinburgh based Lynsey Walters is on sale at June's 'Maker of the Month' exhibition at Concrete Wardrobe.

    Concrete Wardrobe, 50a Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
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  18. Windswept: Heather Woof
    Windswept: Heather Woof
    From: 05/06/2013 To: 29/06/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    An exhibition of Heather Woof's Windswept collection of sculptural jewellery at the Scottish Gallery.

    16 Dundas Street, Edinburgh EH3 6HZ
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  19. Heriot-Watt Textiles and Design Graduate Exhibition at Dovecot Studios
    From: 15/06/2013 To: 20/06/2013  10:30 - 17:00

    Heriot-Watt University’s School of Textiles and Design returns to Dovecot to host their Graduate Exhibition.

    Dovecot Studios, Dovecot, 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT
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  20. Out of the Blue Arts Market
    Out of the Blue Arts Market
    From: 22/06/2013 To: 22/06/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    A chance to buy unique art and crafts directly from the artist in the relaxed atmosphere of The Out of the Blue Drill Hall.

    The Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh EH6 8RG
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  21. Mary, Queen of Scots
    Mary, Queen of Scots
    From: 28/06/2013 To: 17/11/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    This major exhibition explores the myth and reality surrounding one of the most enigmatic and romanticised figures in Scottish history through paintings, jewellery, textiles, furniture, drawings, maps and documents.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  22. Tapestry Summer School - The Art of Tapestry
    Tapestry Summer School - The Art of Tapestry
    From: 01/07/2013 To: 05/07/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Summer School exploring the creative art of tapestry weaving.

    WASPS Studio (studio 114) Patriothall, 1D Patriothall, off Hamilton Place, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
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  23. The Joys of Line and Form
    The Joys of Line and Form
    From: 01/07/2013 To: 31/07/2013  11:00 - 19:00

    Lara Scobie's ceramics and Joanne Garner's jewellery come together for Concrete Wardrobe’s July Makers of the Month exhibition.

    Concrete Wardrobe, 50a Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
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  24. Beginners to Metal Design
    From: 15/07/2013 To: 17/05/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Design and make jewellery in metals using traditional techniques.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  25. Acid etching for metal jewellery
    From: 18/07/2013 To: 19/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    This course will enable students to develop skills and experiment using various etching techniques (including photo etching) onto metal.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  26. Introduction to Fold Forming
    From: 20/07/2013 To: 21/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Make plates and objects using skills which can be adapted for jewellery, silversmithing, sculpture and other artistic disciplines in this two day workshop.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  27. Book & Craft Fair
    Book & Craft Fair
    From: 21/07/2013 To: 21/07/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    Browse, buy and sample a wide range of books and crafts in the Storytelling Court.

    Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR.
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  28. Grassmarket Festival Fair
    Grassmarket Festival Fair
    From: 22/07/2013 To: 30/08/2013  10:00 - 20:00

    The Grassmarket Festival Fair is an exciting, hugely busy, vibrant and positive event with craft, art, fashion, food, drink and music.

    Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1
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  29. Introduction to Enamelling
    From: 25/07/2013 To: 26/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Learn about using a torch and a kiln, creating stencils, free forming and Plique a jour in this two day class.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  30. Coil building workshop
    Coil building workshop
    From: 27/07/2013 To: 27/07/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    An intermediate one day workshop focusing on coil building, with ceramic artist Fiona Thompson.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  31. Fleece to Fibre: The Making of the Large Tree Group Tapestry
    Fleece to Fibre: The Making of the Large Tree Group Tapestry
    From: 02/08/2013 To: 14/09/2013  10:30 - 17:30

    Part of Follow the Thread - a celebration of weaving and wool at Dovecot Studios.

    Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT
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  32. Throwing workshop with Chris Donnelly
    Throwing workshop with Chris Donnelly
    From: 03/08/2013 To: 03/08/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    A one day combined workshop focusing on the potters wheel and handmade tiles.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  33. Laser Cutting Summer School
    Laser Cutting Summer School
    From: 05/08/2013 To: 08/08/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    4 day Summer School learning how to work with laser cutting on a variety of materials, including paper, card, acrylic, wood and fabric.

    The Edinburgh Laser Cutting Studio, Studio 10, Bonnington Mill, Edinburgh , EH6 5QG
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  34. Patriothall Gallery - Staple Matter
    From: 06/08/2013 To: 25/08/2013  12:00 - 18:00

    Kjersti Sletteland and Despina Nissiriou explore the secrets of the Edinburgh's historic Patriothall building.

    Patriothall Gallery, 1D Patriothall, Hamilton Place, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
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  35. Fair Trade on The Fringe
    Fair Trade on The Fringe
    From: 10/08/2013 To: 18/08/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together fair trade, ethical & locally crafted products, housed in a giant open-sided marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festival entertainment during the peak time of the festival.

    Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3AT
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  36. Ceramics summer workshop at Cyan Clayworks
    Ceramics summer workshop at Cyan Clayworks
    From: 15/08/2013 To: 18/05/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    A one off four day ceramics workshop run by Fiona Thompson and Chris Donnelly.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  37. Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    From: 31/08/2013 To: 31/08/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A new Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  38. Branching Out
    Branching Out
    From: 26/10/2013 To: 02/11/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    An exhibition of textile art by Sheila Dalgleish and Mairi Wheeler, and wooden objects by Ian Wheeler.

    Whitespace Gallery, Gayfield Square, Edinburgh EH1 3NT
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  39. Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    From: 30/11/2013 To: 30/11/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A new Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  40. Real Scottish Christmas Fair
    Real Scottish Christmas Fair
    From: 30/11/2013 To: 05/12/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together makers and traders from across Scotland. Housed in a giant heated marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festive entertainment.

    Castle Street Edinburgh EH2 3AT
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  41. Eric Liddell Craft and Food Fair
    Eric Liddell Craft and Food Fair
    From: 04/12/2013 To: 04/12/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  42. Edinburgh's Ethical Christmas Fair
    Edinburgh's Ethical Christmas Fair
    From: 07/12/2013 To: 15/12/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together Fairtrade, Ethical and Environmental gifts, foods and drinks. Housed in a giant heated marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festive entertainment.

    Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3AT
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