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
Choose Your Workshop!
Block printing on fabric 1st Feb 2026
Make your own blocks to decorate fabric bags with a unique design. Tea towels also available. Such fun, and no-one will have one like yours! Great for gifts.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Wet felted glass vase 1st March 2026
Discover the joy of wet felting. Make a gorgeous covered glass vase out of merino fibres. Vase is provided, along with all other materials. If you wish to cover your own vase, please send us a photo so we can advise in advance of the workshop
1-4pm £30 per person. Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
Artisan Brocante Fair 28th March 2026
Springboard Arts will be at the Artisan Brocante Fair in St Wulfram's Church in Grantham on 28th March 2026
Come along and see me to buy hand printed cards, hand sewn textiles and gifts
Other local artisans will be there too - a great place to shop for beautiful things and support local craftspeople!
Sew a Japanese Rice Bag 29th March 2026
Sew a Komebukoro: Japanese rice bag. These fabric pouches were traditionally used to carry rice offerings to temples. The pouch is known for its unique square-bottom design and drawstring closure perfect for gifting or crafting. Bring your own sewing machine (preferred) or borrow one from us. 1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Makers' Market 12th April 2026
Springboard Arts will be at the Makers' Market in Uppingham Town Hall on 12th April 2026
Come along and see me to buy hand printed cards, hand sewn textiles and gifts
Other local artisans will be there too - a great place to shop for beautiful things and support local craftspeople!
Embossed Metal Decorations 26th April 2026
Try your hand at embossing soft metal to make lovely unique decorations. The metal is thin and soft, so no great strength is required. All materials and tools are provided.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Quilted zipped pouch 24th May 2026
Sew a lined zipped pouch. Perfect for cosmetics, toiletries or for storing any precious items. Class is suitable for all, from from first time zippers to more confident sewists. Bring your own machine (preferred) or borrow one of ours.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Wet Felted Bowls 14th June 2026
Use the wet felting technique to make gorgeous bowls to your own design and colour-way. All materials provided
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
Block Print your own fabric 19th July 2026
Block Print your own fabric 19th July 2026
Learn how to make a block, and print up your own fabric - all ready to make up into your own hand sewn items. Please note that this can be linked to the workshop on 20th Sept, where you can make your own unique cushion. All materials provided.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Wet Felted Floral Hair Tie 9th August 2026
Block Print your own fabric 19th July 2026
Wet felt these lovely flowers, which can be attached to a headband if you wish.
All materials provided.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
Sew a cushion cover 20th Sept 2026
Make a cushion. Using the fabric printed in the July class (optional) make a unique envelope backed cushion with Oxford edges. Suitable for all abilities from absolute beginner to experienced sewists.
1-4pm £30 per person.
Workshop Leader Helen Randall
Bespoke workshops
Don't forget that you can choose your craft workshop and your own dates (by negotiation). Maximum number of participants is usually 5. Workshops include:
Cotton bud painting
Brusho
Alcohol inks (on candles and Yupo paper)
Mandala bottle painting
Rock painting
Gelli plate printing
Paper beads jewellery
Decoupage Boxes
Block printed tote bags or tea towels
Lino Printing
Book folded vase of flowers
Festive tree decorations
Use the form below to get in touch.
Just to say a huge thank you for the workshop on Friday. It was, without doubt, the highlight of our break in Rutland. It was, quite simply, fantastic and we all really, really, enjoyed it and appreciate all the effort you put into making it a wonderful experience.
From Mary, one of a group of lovely ladies visiting Rutland
Just to say thank you so much for a really fun afternoon. We all loved it...
A group of school friends reconnecting over crafts!
We wanted just to send you a note of thanks for the workshop on Tuesday. We had a fantastic time and very much appreciated your warm welcome and the opportunity with your excellent teaching, encouragement and support, to learn a new creative skill.
From Wendy & Hadrian - lino cut workshop was a birthday gift
Handmade Textiles and Cards
Handmade cushions
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 for sale
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.
Handmade fabric bags
Handmade fabric bags
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.