Dorset Button Workshops
Dorset Button making began in the 1600s in Shaftsbury, Dorset. It became a thriving cottage industry promoting independence and security for many women and families. Sadly, the introduction of the button making machine in 1851 caused the industry to go into decline.
Dorset Button making is now considered a heritage craft, and once mastered can be adapted to create everything from beautiful buttons to jewellery and decorative art.
What to expect at a Dorset Button Workshop:
Participants are taken through the history of the Dorset button and how it can be used today for embellishment, a piece of quirky jewellery or a work of art.
Debbie will demonstrate how to make a simple cross wheel button and then guide the participants in the creation of their own brooch, necklace or artwork to take home.
If you would like Debbie to facilitate a workshop or demonstration, please get in touch.
Email: debbie@weeyarndesigns.com
Phone: 0771 8924 166
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND DEMONSTRATIONS :
WORKSHOPS
The Craft Room - 24a Frances Street, Newtownards, County Down
Thursday 23rd May 2024 - 10.00am -12.30pm
Monday 1st July 2024 - 10.00am - 12.30pm
£35 per person, all materials included
Bookings can be made by calling into The Craft Room or online at thecraftroomni.com
DEMONSTRATIONS
The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre - 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
Armagh Craft Fair
Saturday 25th May 2024 - 10.30am - 4.30pm
Link to event brochure :
Craft Fair 2024 by Armagh City Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council - Issuu