Thu
5
Nov
Arts, Crafts & Creative
16 upcoming arts, crafts & creative events in Bedford, Biddenham and Eastcotts, from 9 venues and organisers' own listings, checked daily.
16 upcoming events
Upcoming Arts, Crafts & Creative events by date
Thu 5 Nov
Thu
5
Nov
Cornish Cream Tea
A traditional Cornish Cream Tea for £10, strictly serving jam first before clotted cream . Space is capped at 40 places.
14:00Basement @ Bunyan£10
- By Bedford Hospital Charity & Friends
£10
Fri 6 Nov
Fri
6
Nov
Picasso: Art, Inspiration and the Women who Shaped a Genius
Sold out
Discover the fascinating world of Pablo Picasso through this five-week seminar exploring his revolutionary artwork and the remarkable women who inspired it.
10:00The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Lisa Bamford
Fri
6
Nov
Beginners and Intermediate Life Drawing
Sold out
Develop your drawing skills and confidence in this five-week taught life drawing course, working directly from a professional life model.
14:00The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Lisa Bamford
Fri
6
Nov
Brushstrokes Art Group (TTO)
14:30Biddenham Pavillion
Mon 9 Nov
Mon
9
Nov
Keeping Lace Alive: a workshop
Bobbin lacemaking is a traditional Bedford craft going back to the 1530's. The tradition is continued by a group of lacemakers locally who have the aim of Keeping the Craft Alive.
10:00The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Aragon Lacemakers
Wed 11 Nov
Wed
11
Nov
The Magic of Cyanotype Printing: a 5-week course
Sold out
Join Nikki and discover the magic of cyanotype printing, a fascinating process that uses UV light to create striking blue-toned images.
14:00The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Nikki Brealey
Mon 16 Nov
Mon
16
Nov
Willow Orb Workshop
Join tutor Bob for a relaxed and creative workshop exploring the beauty, versatility and practicality of willow craft.
09:30The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Bob Collins
Mon 23 Nov
Mon
23
Nov
Traditional Stained Glass Workshop
Learn the heritage craft of leaded stained glass, as seen in churches and stately homes throughout the UK.
10:30The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Will Burrows
Thu 26 Nov
Thu
26
Nov
Bedfordshire Natural History Society 80 years: The Art of Nature Workshops
Sold out
Come and create your own artwork inspired by our natural world.
11:30The Higgins BedfordFree
Free
Sat 28 Nov
Sat
28
Nov
Sat
28
Nov
Christmas Craft Festival
Lots of artisans selling unique crafts
10:00Bedford MS Therapy CentreEntry £1 for adults - children free
- By Beds and Northants MS Therapy Centre
Entry £1 for adults - children free
Mon 30 Nov
Mon
30
Nov
Christmas Stained Glass Decoration / Tree Hanging Workshop
Learn the art of copper foil stained glass, also known as Tiffany glass, and create a beautiful festive decoration to take home and enjoy. Get into the Christmas spirit as you design and make your own stained glass tree decoration.
09:30The Rothsay Education Centre
- By Will Burrows
Sun 13 Dec
Sun
13
Dec
Children’s Animal Encounter & Christmas Crafts
10:30Herrings Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre
Fri 5 Mar
Fri
5
Mar
Edward Bawden Archive Session
Hidden in secret drawers inside the Edward Bawden Gallery are hundreds of prints, drawings and ephemera. Join the Keeper of Fine and Decorative Art for a delve through some of them.
14:00The Higgins Bedford£14.60 per person, concessions £11.60
£14.60 per person, concessions £11.60
Thu 8 Apr
Thu
8
Apr
Guest Session, Drew Webb
Fine art dance photography.
18:45The Kingfisher, BedfordYour first evening is free
- By Exposed Photo Club
Your first evening is free