This may all lend itself to a “ break and make “ session of craft where something is destroyed in order to make it.

Who would have thought there would be a posh word for putting broken crockery together. Well there is, ‘Picasiette’, and we teach it here at the Margate studio. Picassiette can be used to upcycle furniture or to create triviates, to decorate paths and to create quiry pictures and wall hangings.

During this workshop, you’ll learn how to cut crokery using tools to retain design details and also how to smash crockery safely to create random pieces for use.   We’ll have some bases which are free but also some shaped pieces ie decorative wall bases which can be purchased on the day (ranging from £1-£5 plus plenty of broken crockery to use. You’re also welcome to bring along your own crockery to use.

We’ll demonstrate grouting and depending on how dry your pieces are there may be an opportunity to grout your pieces on the day. Or, we’ll supply some grout for you to finish your mosaic at home.

So think of us the next time you’re clearing out any crockery, or if you’re looking for something you can honestly say you magically made out of a plate, teapot or cup. If you’re going to break your daily routine come to our studio..here’s a hammer.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
Light refreshments and materials are included.

COURSE CONTENT

• Health and safety

• Base and materials supplies (where to buy)

• Advanced cutting and planning for the outer and inner pieces

• Adhesives

• How to grout

WHAT TO WEAR

Please dress for mess. Wear flat covered shoes (no open sandals) and loose, comfortable clothes.

WHAT TO BRING
You’re welcome to bring some of your own broken crockery for use on the day.

Your’e also welcome to take bottled drinks into the workshop. 

Please also bring a small tin (approx 10 cm wide by 10cm plus) plus a thin plastic bag to line the tin and stop your final piece sliding around  when taking your piece home.