1. Art and Diseño

Contemporary
craft exhibitions
and creative
workshops
January - June 2015
A warm welcome awaits you at
Walford Mill Crafts.
Step inside our historic mill building
and discover a diverse range of
high quality contemporary craft
by local, national and international
makers.
We offer a programme of stimulating
and engaging exhibitions,
showcasing the talent of many skilled
craftspeople.
Our dedicated education team run a
range of workshops for adults and
children whilst our friendly shop
team seek out wonderful work to
tempt you.
Take a break in our Bistro, enjoy
our millstream setting and make time
to meet our resident makers in their
studio spaces.
Walford Mill Education Trust Ltd is a registered charity
Charity No. 1049540
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Norwegian Sweater Annemor
Sundbo’s Ragpile collection, white
wool darning,
90 x 130cm, 2010
By Celia Pym
Knit 1, Mend 1, Keep 1, Change 1
17 January - 1 March
Exploring ideas around sustainability, slow fashion and meaning through the work
of makers innovating and questioning approaches to knitting and ownership,
this exhibition will enable you to find out about the stitch-hacking and patternblagging approach of maker and researcher Amy Twigger Holroyd alongside
Bridget Harvey’s A Jumper to Mend, A Jumper to Lend project. Explore the work of
Celia Pym, an artist who thinks of herself as a mending detective.
Through her knitting and darning projects she draws attention to why we
treasure some garments enough to keep them, repair them and hold on to the
stories they represent, reclaiming them and recognising intrinsic beauty.
Monday, 16 February (Half Term)
Finger Knitting Fun
2.00pm - 3.30pm - £5
7 - 11 years
Just bring along your hands and make a bracelet with a felted embellishment.
Monday, 16 February (Half Term)
5 - 7 years
10.30am - 11.30am - £5
Create bugs with character from colourful yarn.
Yarn Bug
Friday, 20 February
Knitwits
10.30am - 12.30pm & 2.00pm - 4.00pm - £10 per person
3 years plus
With Pauline Stanley - Family friendly knitting workshop
Saturday, 28 February
Darn and mending workshop
10.30am - 4.00pm - £55
Adults
With Celia Pym - I need to fix holes in my heels, elbows, pockets and knees.
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SPRING BOODY
A solo show of boody ware by Cleo Mussi
7 March - 19 April
Enjoy Cleo Mussi’s depictions of spring in all its burgeoning glory in her intricate
boody ware panels, where fragments of broken crockery have been transformed
to explore a world of nature’s plenty from bunny figures with their offspring to
baskets overflowing with flowers.
Cleo has a very distinctive approach to her work using the medium of mosaic,
believing that restricting herself to recycling objects opens the creative mind to
focus on realising the potential of the materials to hand.
‘The inherent qualities of the pattern in the tableware are cropped,
reshuffled, taken out of context and reassembled.’
Cleo pieces together disparate fragments and symbols to create meaningful
mosaic images and stories of abundance.
Keep an eye on our website for further details of more mosaic workshops.
July - Mosaic Shoes with Sue Smith
October - Mosaic Mirrors with Sue Smith
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WANDERLUST
Tapestry by Jilly Edwards (solo show)
25 April - 31 May
Jilly Edwards is one of the UK’s leading tapestry weavers and creates her work
from a personal response to the places she visits. The journeys she takes are
captured in her painted sketches. She takes inspiration from her travels, be it
around the world or to her favourite beach, hillside or just a walk to the corner
shop and her response to the feelings and memories these places evoke is
translated into the final tapestry, rather than it being a literal representation of a
specific place.
The tapestries in this exhibition explore her journeys through different landscapes,
including works in a vivid yellow colour palette. These began on two long train
journeys where she passed fields of oilseed rape in the countryside. The bright
yellow colour of the crops brought Jilly a sense of renewed happiness which she
went on to capture in thread.
Tapestry weaving for beginners
with Jilly Edwards
Artist’s Talk
with Jilly Edwards
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Photo: Mei Lim
Sunday, 17 May
£65
Monday, 18 May - 11am
Free
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YAN TAN TETHERA
6 June - 12 July
Yan Tan Tethera was originally commissioned by the English Folk Dance and Song
Society and curated by sonic visual artist David Littler as an inspirational project
celebrating the wonderful wealth of textile songs in England. The exhibition
explores the rich vein of folk songs and dances that have emanated from, and
been inspired by, England’s textiles industry; songs about roving hecklers, doffing
mistresses, croppers, mowers and drunken tailors.
Surprising and thought provoking, contemporary and historic, this
collaborative project involved an impressive group of artists including Freddie
Robins, Shane Waltener, Prick Your Finger, Stewart Easton, Celia Ward, the
McGrath Makers’ Group, as well as artists from the collective samplercultureclash - Jason Singh, Hector MacInnes, Anne Martin and Aimée Leonard.
This contemporary work has been made in response to influences such as the
laments of Coventry ribbon weavers, protests of Preston steam-loom strikers and
Huddersfield loom breakers, as well as the processes and sounds of making;
strutching and hackling to the rhythms of the spinning wheel, the din of the
weaving shed, the punching of digital embroidery machines and the hum of
the 3D printer.
We are delighted to bring Yan Tan Tethera to Dorset to coincide with Wimborne
Folk Festival which takes place on 12,13 and 14 June.
Walford Mill Crafts will be running family craft workshops in town as part of
Wimborne Folk Festival.
Image courtesy of Paul Roud
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Here at Walford Mill Crafts
you can discover the work of
over 250 contemporary British
designers and makers.
Experience all Walford Mill Crafts has to offer, escape the every
day and discover something different.
The Gallery Shop is filled with
handpicked pieces created by highly
skilled craftspeople. A wide variety
of work is available in many different
mediums including textiles, glass,
ceramics, wood, metal and print.
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Based in a historic 17th century mill building you will find a creative hub of
workshops, resident makers and beautiful crafts whilst the tranquil surroundings
of the millstream courtyard provide a fantastic meeting place for family
and friends.
For further information about Walford Mill Crafts please visit
www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
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Resident makers
Debby Kirby
Kathryn Arbon
Resident silk weaver Debby Kirby has over
30 years of textile knowledge and expertise.
Visitors to her atmospheric workshop can
watch the fascinating processes she uses
to weave her distinctive fine silk scarves,
accessories and interior accents
Kathryn’s interest in gemology and
her love for the great outdoors keeps
her work fresh and intriguing. Kathryn
produces exclusive ranges of gold and
silver jewellery and is also a jewellery tutor
teaching classes at Walford Mill Crafts and
AUB in Bournemouth.
Her workshop is an ever changing
kaleidescope of vibrant colour where you
can also experience the sound of her
Harris Countermarch loom, which many
have described as the ‘heartbeat’ of
Walford Mill Crafts.
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This year Kathryn is offering couples the
chance to make their own wedding or
commitment rings under her guidance in
the comfort of the Gatehouse Studio.
Jen Goodwin
Chantal Seddon
Jen has been embroidering with the Royal
School of Needlework since 2000. Her
work is extremely intricate and she focuses
on working in great detail on a small
scale. She is responsible for all aspects of
the creation of her pieces, from the design
to the finished product. Jen is also an
experienced tutor and teaches stylised and
imaginative hand embroidery techniques,
including ecclesiastical goldwork,
Tudor style blackwork and many other
fascinating processes.
Chantal creates bespoke hand felted
jewellery using soft merino wool. Each
piece is lovingly created using a wet felting
process that bonds the fibres together
using a combination of heat, friction and
water. Her individual beaded necklaces
are bold, striking and fun statement
pieces.
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Workshops
Crafters in the Rafters
Varied and vibrant taster sessions for adults (16+)
A two hour session to include a demonstration and
teaching plus coffee or tea with a delicious slice of
homemade cake from the Millstream Bistro included in
the price.
Booking is essential. £15 per session.
Tuesday 10 February
Introduction to the
(2.00pm - 4.00pm)
Craft of Quilling
Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of
paper that are rolled, shaped and glued together to
create decorative designs.
Tuesday 10 March
(2.00pm - 4.00pm)
Millstream Bistro
Magic of Colour
Enjoy delicious, freshly made food from the highly rated Millstream Bistro.
Offering a fine selection of gourmet dishes as well as lunchtime specials there
is always a good choice at the Bistro. The Millstream Bistro also cater for
vegetarians and special diets.
Find out about colour theory, which colours work best
together and look at ways to combine them.
Wedding receptions, events and parties can all be catered for at the
Millstream Bistro.
Take inspiration from our spring exhibition and create
your own colourful floral arrangement.
Please contact Marc for further information on 01202 842258
Introduction to
Plaster Casting
Spring Basket
Arrangement
Tuesday 14 April
(10.30am - 12.30pm)
Tuesday 12 May
(10.30am - 12.30pm)
Make a personalised plaque by pressing textiles and
small objects into clay, then cast and highlight details
with gilding wax to create your own design.
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Jewellery Workshops
Textiles Workshops
Adults aged 16+
With the help of our expert tutors design and create your
own unique pieces.
Our popular jewellery courses are suitable for both
beginners and those with a more advanced knowledge
of the subject.
Adults 16+
Discover dynamic, beautiful textiles in many different
mediums.
Colourful Aluminium
Jewellery
with Lindsey Mann
Sunday, 15 February
£50
Gemmology
with Kathryn Arbon
Sunday, 29 March
£45
Silver Jewellery
with on-site maker
Kathryn Arbon
10 week courses starting
Wednesday, 14 January,
Friday, 16 January,
Wednesday, 22 April or
Friday, 24 April
£200
Silver Clay
with Hilary Bowen
Sunday, 8 March,
Sunday, 10 May and
Saturday, 20 June
£50
For workshop times and for further details
please visit www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk/
education/adult-workshops
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Please note that a materials fee for each workshop.
will be payable to the tutor on the day.
Dorset Buttons for Beginners
with Anna McDowell
Sunday, 1 March
£50
Saturday, 7 March
£50
Patterned Velvet Scarf
with Brynley Elias
Needle Felted Easter Chicks
with Stephanie Carswell
Saturday, 28 March
£25
Saturday, 25 April
£50
Introduction to Sculptural
Needlefelting
with Stephanie Carswell
Screenprinting on Paper
and Fabric
with Alison C. Board
Saturday, 9 May
£50
Tapestry Weaving for Beginners
with Jilly Edwards
Sunday, 17 May
£65
Artist’s Talk
with Jilly Edwards
Monday, 18 May - 11am.
FREE
March 28 - Trip to V&A Museum to Alexander
McQueen Savage Beauty exhibition £35 - Price includes
travel from Wimborne and entry to the exhibition.
For further details please call 01202 841400 or book
online http://wmccoachtrip.eventbrite.co.uk.
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Try Something New
Wood and Wire Workshops
Adults 16+
Adults 16+
Learn a new skill, start a new hobby or just try
something different.
Create your own decorative and functional pieces.
Dorset Buttons for Beginners
with Anna McDowell
Simple Monotypes with
Gelli Plates
with Alison C. Board
Introduction to Sculptural
Needlefelting
with Stephanie Carswell
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Sunday, 1 March
£50
Thursday, 26 March
£25
Saturday, 25 April
£50
Floristry
with Debra Marsh
Sunday, 26 April
£50
Screenprinting on Paper
and Fabric
with Alison C. Board
Saturday, 9 May
£50
Tapestry Weaving for Beginners
with Jilly Edwards
Sunday, 17 May
£65
Copper Foiled Glass Hangings
and Mirrors
with Jackie Hunt
Sunday, 14 June
£50
Stained Glass - Weekend course
with Jackie Hunt
27/28 June
£100
Woodturning
with Mark Sanger
Portraits in Wire
with Mel Day
Woodturning
with Mark Sanger
Domestic Objects in Wire
with Mel Day
24/25 January
£200
Saturday, 21 March
£50
18/19 April
£200
Saturday 6 June
£50
For workshop times and for further details
please visit: www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk/
education/adult-workshops
Please note that a materials fee for each workshop will
be payable to the tutor on the day.
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EMBROIDERY - Jen Goodwin
BOOKING TERMS
Introduction to Embroidery
If a course doesn’t state to book directly with a Tutor please book via Walford
Mill Crafts: 01202 841400 or e-mail any class enquiries to education@
walfordmillcrafts.co.uk.
Saturday, 17 January £37.50
Jacobean
Crewelwork Tree (course)
Tuesday, 20 January
£120
Beginners Blackwork
Saturday, 28 February £37.50
Modern Crewelwork
Saturday, 14 March £37.50
Silk Shading and Goldwork
11/12 April
£75
Shaded Blackwork (course)
Tuesday, 12 May
£120
Drawn Threadwork
Saturday, 16 May £37.50
Shadow Work
Saturday, 13 June £37.50
A Day of Stitches Past
Bring your Own
Saturday, 4 July £37.50
Thursday, 29 January, £15 for
26 February, 23 April,
each
21 May, 18 June session
Further details and to book call Jen on 01202 623760*
DRAWING - Julie Herring
Drawing from Nature
and Still Life (course)
Thursday, 12 March
£150
Further details and to book call Julie on 01202 242871*
TEXTILES - Betty Ruffell
Ancient Architecture
8/9 June £52
Woods and Glades
Monday 3 - Friday 7 August £120
All classes must be booked in advance either in person or by phone, we
currently accept cash, cheque and card payments. The full class fee must be
paid upon booking to secure your place on the course. All bookings will be
held for seven days and removed if payment has not been received. A full
refund will be given for cancellations up to fourteen days prior to the start of
a class, after which time the Tutor is confirmed and we cannot refund your
payment. A discretionary full refund will only be issued if we are able to fill
your place. No refund will be given to participants who fail to attend the class.
Full refunds will be given if an event is cancelled.
Walford Mill Crafts reserves the right to cancel, postpone or alter published
arrangements at their discretion.
*Please note that most classes are held in the Learning Loft on the third floor
accessed by three flights of stairs. Plans are in place to improve disabled access
to classes however this is subject to acquiring funding.
Additional classes may be added to the programme please check the website
for full details www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
March 28 - Trip to V&A Museum to Alexander McQueen Savage Beauty
exhibition £35 - Price includes travel from Wimborne and entry to the
exhibition.
For further details please call 01202 841400 or book online http://
wmccoachtrip.eventbrite.co.uk.
Further details and to book call Betty on 01202 731562*
*Workshops to book directly with Tutor
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Creative Academy
Mini Makers
AFTER SCHOOL
WORKSHOPS
CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS
with Jeannie Brunskill
Come and experience a variety of
exciting after school art and craft
sessions at Walford Mill Crafts led by
Jeannie Brunskill. Enjoy some creative
freedom and learn new and unique
skills from a qualified artist and teacher
in a professional arts environment.
Sessions run from 4.00pm to 5.15pm
during term time only
Fee: £85 per term
Age 5+ years
Dates Spring Term:
Wednesday 7, 14, 21, 28 January,
Wednesday 4, 11, 25 February* and
Wednesday 4, 11, 18, 25 March
*Break for Half Term Wednesday 18 February
Age 5 -7 years
Workshops devised to help children
develop motor skills and encourage
them to get stuck in and try out
different creative techniques.
Monday, 16 February (Half Term)
10.30am - 11.30am - £5
YARN BUGS
Create bugs with character from
colourful yarn.
Tuesday, 7 April (Easter Holidays)
10.30am - 11.30am - £5
MOSAIC MAGIC
Friday, 29 May
10.30 -11.30 - £5
FUN WITH CLAY
Create a picture of home.
Spaces are limited and all workshops
must be booked in advance via
01202 841400
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CRAFT CLUB
Craft Skills for Kids
7 - 11 years
Monday, 16 February (Half Term)
2.00pm - 3.30pm - £5
Finger Knitting Fun
Just bring along your hands and make a bracelet
with a felted embellishment.
Tuesday, 7 April (Easter Holidays)
2.00pm - 3.30pm - £10
Memory Tile
Create a memory tile from your own small
treasures. Please bring small items such as shells
and stones from holidays, toys from Christmas
crackers, broken jewellery etc.
Friday, 29 May
2.00pm - 3.30pm - £10
Home is Where the Heart is
Make a wire heart and weave with yarn and
materials to hang in your home. Please bring
along any material from an old worn out
favourite garment to add that special touch.
Saturday, 6 June
10.30am - 12.30pm - £10
Large Scale Weaving
Organic weaving with fabric and wool.
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CRAFT LAB -
11 years +
Come along after school and spend some time with our expert tutors. Have a
go at something new and enjoy some creative fun.
Tuesday 24 February,
Bookbinding
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Jasmine O’Hare
Using a variety of different papers learn how to make your own books.
Tuesday 31 March,
Felt Making
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Stephanie Carswell
Working with merino wool learn how to make felt.
Tuesday 21 April,
Paper Weaving
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Debra Marsh
Learn how to weave with paper and meet our onsite maker
Debby Kirby who will give a demonstration and talk to you about her work.
Tuesday 19 May,
Gelli Plate Printing
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Alison C. Board
Have fun making pictures with different materials.
Tuesday 16 June,
Printing
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Alison C. Board
Learn the basics of printing and use these techniques to create
beautiful pictures.
Tuesday 30 June,
Jewellery Making
4.30pm
6.00pm
£15 per session
with Kathryn Arbon
Work with our resident makers Kathryn and learn how to make jewellery.
Tuesday 14 July,
Pinhole Camera
4.30pm - 6.00pm - £15 per session
with Krishula Auckland
Create a camera from everyday items and explore the basics of
creative photography.
To book please call 01202 841400
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Open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm - Free Entry
Phone: 01202 841400
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
To Poole
Walford Mill Crafts
Stone Lane, Wimborne
Dorset BH21 1NL
pton
ham
Sout
HOW TO GET HERE:
Look for the brown signs
By car: Head out of Wimborne
town centre towards Blandford /
QE School, heading up Stone Lane.
Take the first on the right. A public
car park can be found adjacent to
the Mill.
(Sat Nav: BH21 1NL)
By bus: Take a bus to Wimborne
Square. We are just an 8 minute
walk from the Square.
By foot: From Wimborne town
square, head north past the Tivoli
theatre, continue along this road
to the traffic lights. Turn left into
Stone Lane, cross over and take the
first right into Knobcrook Road and
follow to the end.
Or, from Allendale Centre, follow
the riverside walk until you reach
the BP garage/Budgens. Cross
over the road and walk through the
pedestrian walkway past Walford
Mill Studios.
Bicycles can be left at your own risk
in the courtyard area.
Dogs on leads are welcome in the
courtyard area only.
Disabled access to the Gallery Shop,
Exhibition Gallery, Millstream Bistro
and onsite makers.
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Cover: Tapestry by Jilly Edwards Image: Mei Lim
Design: Broadway Design