Springboard Arts
Craft workshops, hand made textiles and handprinted cards for every occasion
Springboard Arts
Craft workshops, hand made textiles and handprinted cards for every occasion
Springboard Arts
Craft workshops, hand made textiles and handprinted cards for every occasion
Springboard Arts
Craft workshops, hand made textiles and handprinted cards for every occasion
Springboard Arts began in Rutland in September 2020. Sue Ball, founder, has a wealth of experience in arts education spanning visual arts, music & drama. Inspired by how involvement in the arts has benefitted so many students over the years, she set up this craft based business to use arts activity to enable people to build confidence, enrich social time, and even act as a springboard into future careers. Workshops for all the family - come along to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, have fun with friends or simply find some creative headspace!
Group workshops are available for groups of five or less in the Springboard Arts Studio. Whether it's lino printing, mono printing, Gelli plate printing, book folding etc.. bring your friends or family along and enjoy making beautiful things and spending quality time together. Resources and light refreshments provided. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries or just having fun!
At Springboard Arts, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to explore their creative potential. Our art workshops cater to all ages and skill levels, providing a supportive environment where participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques. Join us for a fun and inspiring experience, and unlock your inner artist.
Sue makes unique hand painted and printed cards for all occasions. Usually abstract modern designs, utilising the shimmer of metallic colours. Blank for your own message, these are more than just a card. Send them as a gift, and frame the mini work of art afterwards - hang it on the wall!
Sue makes unique hand sewn cushions and fabric bags using high quality fabrics combined with practical and stylish designs. See the gallery below for examples of items to purchase or put in an order for your own bespoke items.
Don't miss this lovely shopping opportunity in Rutland. Local artisans display their beautiful items - an ideal opportunity to buy birthday gifts or even early Christmas presents. Stallholders include:
The Elegant Gem gem stone jewellery
Glenys Sandham wet felted pictures and bowls
Valnød Designs hand woven textiles
Silver Moon silver clay jewellery
Helen Randall - hand-sewn textiles
Helen Chadband art works and ceramics
Dave the Box wooden goods
Nadia Rose Makes handmade leather gifts
Peacock Handmade - fragranced soy candles
Howard Smith watercolour paintings
Fran Lezerri Murano glass jewellery
Circa Flora - Handmade paper flowers
Katharine Anderson Macrame
Springboard Arts - handmade cards and textile gifts
Discover the joy of wet felting. Make a gorgeous abstract picture out of fibres which can then be embellished with silk threads, embroidery etc. 1-4pm £30 per person. Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
Learn the satisfying art of reduction lino printing to produce multi coloured prints. 1-4pm £30 per person. Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Make this beautiful 'confetti' storage box from fabric scraps. Bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours. Ideal project for experienced sewers and beginners alike.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Print up your own sheets using Gelli plate technique, then turn them into a piece of unique wall art.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Create beautiful, delicate stemmed flowers using wet felting. Your flowers will last forever! A great gift.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
These beautiful boxes are a lovely place to keep your treasures. Yours will be unique, created from small pieces of paper covering a box of your choice.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Discover the Japanese art of Sashiko - hand stitching to decorate and also calm the mind. Currently a trend in embroidery, Sashiko stitching is an ancient Japanese craft which is easy to learn. It gives quick results and makes stunning textile pieces.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Abstract wet felting - create a rectangular piece which can then be linked to the workshop on 14th September, when you will sew it and create a beautiful clutch bag.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
Use masks on the Gelli plate to create multiple layers of fantastic colours on your work. These can be made into greetings cards on the day, or larger pieces to hang on the wall
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
This sewing workshop is linked with the felting workshop on 3rd August. Use embroidery, beading and sewing techniques to turn your felted piece into a unique and beautiful clutch bag
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Don't forget that you can get in touch, choose your workshop and your own dates. Maximum number of participants is usually 5. Use the form below to get in touch.
Springboard Arts Studio
Designed for grandparents, parents or carers to spend time crafting with the kids. Working on a project with your children is rewarding and ...
Springboard Arts Studio
Springboard Arts Studio
Groups of 6 adults or less. What better excuse to spend quality time together doing something different? This makes a great birthday present...
Springboard Arts Studio
Review 5th March 23 Jon & Sarah
From Mary, one of a group of lovely ladies visiting Rutland
A group of school friends reconnecting over crafts!
From Wendy & Hadrian - lino cut workshop was a birthday gift
Come along to the Artisan Brocante sale event on 10th & 11th August 2024 in North Luffenham from 11-4 each day. Springboard Arts cards, bags and cushions will be on sale, as well as a variety of vintage items. Perfect for early Christmas shopping! Contact me for exact address.
Handmade piped cushions, filled with a duck feather & down inner. Made from high quality fabrics, these come in two sizes - 40x40cm (£25) and 45x45cm (£30). See the gallery below for all on sale at the moment and use the contact form at the bottom of this page if you would like to purchase.
Cards are available to purchase. All blank for your own message. Send a purchase request through the form at the bottom of the webpage. All £3 each.
Each bag, made from high quality fabric, is fully lined stiffened with two layers of interfacing, and has two handles, either on the end or the side. Large bags are £25, medium bags are £20. See the gallery below for all on sale at the moment and use the contact form at the bottom of this page if you would like to purchase. Bespoke service also available.
If you want to do a specific workshop with your friends or family, and don't see it listed, get in touch, and let's see if we can make it happen!
Workshops - book in advance
Handmade card, cushion and bag sales by email request or in person at events listed on this website