Amelia Jane Gilding
Amelia Jane Gilding
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Events Calendar
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Featured Workshops
Featured Workshops
Kintsugi for Beginners at the
Kintsugi for Beginners at the
Manchester Craft & Design Centre
Manchester Craft & Design Centre
Saturday 16th May
Saturday 16th May
10.30am-1pm and 2pm - 4.30pm
10.30am-1pm and 2pm - 4.30pm
Join me when I return to the fabulous surroundings of the Manchester Craft & Design Centre to once again bring the joy of Kintsugi to those who have never had the opportunity of working with this beautiful and ancient Japanese artform.
Join me when I return to the fabulous surroundings of the Manchester Craft & Design Centre to once again bring the joy of Kintsugi to those who have never had the opportunity of working with this beautiful and ancient Japanese artform.
For over 40 years, Manchester Craft & Design Centre has provided a home to some of the region’s most talented independent designers, makers and their crafting workshops.
For over 40 years, Manchester Craft & Design Centre has provided a home to some of the region’s most talented independent designers, makers and their crafting workshops.
Take this chance to visit, explore the shops, enjoy the food in Fred's Cafe, and most importantly of all, have an amazing creative, meditative and relaxing 2 1/2 hour experience learning about the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, and the beauty of imperfection
Take this chance to visit, explore the shops, enjoy the food in Fred's Cafe, and most importantly of all, have an amazing creative, meditative and relaxing 2 1/2 hour experience learning about the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, and the beauty of imperfection
I look forward to meeting you in Manchester to start your Kintsugi Journey with me.
I look forward to meeting you in Manchester to start your Kintsugi Journey with me.
Kintsugi for Beginners
Kintsugi for Beginners
at the Hardinge Arms
at the Hardinge Arms
King's Newton - Derby
King's Newton - Derby
Join me for an evening of Wabi-Sabi in this beautiful country pub in King's Newton, The Hardinge Arms.
Join me for an evening of Wabi-Sabi in this beautiful country pub in King's Newton, The Hardinge Arms.
Starting at 7pm, you will have the opportunity to repair two ceramics whilst learning the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi. This fun and creative workshop is a delightful introduction to this mindful and meditative art form. At the end of the evening you will have created two unique and fabulous pieces of ceramic art that will make beautiful keep sakes, or presents for friends and family. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Starting at 7pm, you will have the opportunity to repair two ceramics whilst learning the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi. This fun and creative workshop is a delightful introduction to this mindful and meditative art form. At the end of the evening you will have created two unique and fabulous pieces of ceramic art that will make beautiful keep sakes, or presents for friends and family. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Tuesday 19th May
Tuesday 19th May
7pm - 9.30pm
7pm - 9.30pm
We’re fully booked at the Hardinge
We’re fully booked at the Hardinge
Thank you so much for the support
Thank you so much for the support
My next workshop here is on Tuesday September 29th
My next workshop here is on Tuesday September 29th
Tickets on sale soon here
Tickets on sale soon here
Kintsugi Craft Workshop for Beginners
Kintsugi Craft Workshop for Beginners
Aubourn Hall Lincoln
Aubourn Hall Lincoln
Saturday 30th may
Saturday 30th may
10am - 12.30pm & 2pm - 4.30pm
10am - 12.30pm & 2pm - 4.30pm
Afternoon Tea Included
Afternoon Tea Included
Join me for an amazing Workshop at Aubourn Hall, a private family home and rare Caroline Manor House.
Join me for an amazing Workshop at Aubourn Hall, a private family home and rare Caroline Manor House.
Described as an ‘architectural riddle’ by Country Life, it dates back to the mid-1500s and has housed generations of the Nevile family. With fabulous gardens to explore and an inclusive afternoon tea, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the meditative and immersive art form that Japanese Kintsugi is.
Described as an ‘architectural riddle’ by Country Life, it dates back to the mid-1500s and has housed generations of the Nevile family. With fabulous gardens to explore and an inclusive afternoon tea, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the meditative and immersive art form that Japanese Kintsugi is.
Tickets cost £65, which is great value and includes the 2 ½-hour workshop in which you will learn about wabi-sabi, where we embrace the beauty of imperfection and restore two Kintsugi pieces to take home.
Tickets cost £65, which is great value and includes the 2 ½-hour workshop in which you will learn about wabi-sabi, where we embrace the beauty of imperfection and restore two Kintsugi pieces to take home.
You also will enjoy an inclusive afternoon tea.
You also will enjoy an inclusive afternoon tea.
Contemporary Gilding Workshop at Beetham Nurseries
Contemporary Gilding Workshop at Beetham Nurseries
Milnthorpe Cumbria
Milnthorpe Cumbria
Wednesday 17th June 2026
Wednesday 17th June 2026
10.30am - 1.30pm
10.30am - 1.30pm
Amelia will teach you about the art of gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your own home to give anything a new gilded sparkle. You will gild a picture frame, plus a seasonal ornament which make stunning momentos of the day.
Amelia will teach you about the art of gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your own home to give anything a new gilded sparkle. You will gild a picture frame, plus a seasonal ornament which make stunning momentos of the day.
Kintsugi is coming to Heaton Moor - Stockport
Kintsugi is coming to Heaton Moor - Stockport
Join me at The Art Club Saturday 20th June
Join me at The Art Club Saturday 20th June
10.30am - 1pm
10.30am - 1pm
(limited places)
(limited places)
The Art Club is a creative community cafe, set in the heart of Heaton Moor at 25 Shaw Road. Angela and her husband, Jason Lock, have set out to provide a haven for anyone interested in the arts, in all its guises.
The Art Club is a creative community cafe, set in the heart of Heaton Moor at 25 Shaw Road. Angela and her husband, Jason Lock, have set out to provide a haven for anyone interested in the arts, in all its guises.
They have kindly invited me to host Kintsugi for Beginners in their fabulous crafting space. It offers us a creative, mindful and meditative opportunity to discover wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy of embracing imperfection.
They have kindly invited me to host Kintsugi for Beginners in their fabulous crafting space. It offers us a creative, mindful and meditative opportunity to discover wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy of embracing imperfection.
I look forward to meeting you all there.
I look forward to meeting you all there.
25 Shaw Road Heaton Moor
25 Shaw Road Heaton Moor
Stockport
Stockport
SK4 4AG
SK4 4AG
Contemporary Gilding Workshop
Contemporary Gilding Workshop
(The art of laying gold leaf)
(The art of laying gold leaf)
Zantium Studios in the Peak District - Derbyshire
Zantium Studios in the Peak District - Derbyshire
Sunday afternoon, 24th June
Sunday afternoon, 24th June
Join Amelia at Zantium Studios with hosts Peter and Alison Massey at their beautiful Crafting Cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District.
Join Amelia at Zantium Studios with hosts Peter and Alison Massey at their beautiful Crafting Cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District.
In a three hour masterclass learn the art of laying Dutch Gold Leaf using bespoke size and lacquers. You will gild a picture frame and one decorative object which make fabulous gifts and ornaments.
In a three hour masterclass learn the art of laying Dutch Gold Leaf using bespoke size and lacquers. You will gild a picture frame and one decorative object which make fabulous gifts and ornaments.
Beginners Kintsugi at Rheged Penrith Cumbria
Beginners Kintsugi at Rheged Penrith Cumbria
Saturday 5th September 10.30am - 1pm
Saturday 5th September 10.30am - 1pm
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. A place where friends, family and colleagues can share a meal, watch a film, hold a meeting, see an exhibition, buy a gift or catch up over coffee.
A flexible space for getting together or enjoying time alone with a book or notepad; a place where stories are told, ideas are sparked and the Cumbrian landscape is a constant source of inspiration.
This is a beginners workshop
Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith,
Cumbria, CA11 0DQ
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
with Amelia
with Amelia
Saturday 24th October 2pm - 5pm
Saturday 24th October 2pm - 5pm
Kirkgate Arts and Heritage offers a "Paint-a-Daisy" workshop where participants can paint cast replicas of 18th-century gilded daisies. The event is designed for all ages to enjoy a creative, heritage-focused experience.
Kirkgate Arts and Heritage offers a "Paint-a-Daisy" workshop where participants can paint cast replicas of 18th-century gilded daisies. The event is designed for all ages to enjoy a creative, heritage-focused experience.
Key Details for the Paint-a-Daisy Event:
Key Details for the Paint-a-Daisy Event:
Activity: Restoring or painting a delicate cast daisy, often with options for creative, colourful, or gilded finishes.
Activity: Restoring or painting a delicate cast daisy, often with options for creative, colourful, or gilded finishes.
Location: Kirkgate Arts and Heritage, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9PJ.
Location: Kirkgate Arts and Heritage, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9PJ.
Details: The project allows for personalizing the daisy with ribbons and is suitable as a family activity.
Details: The project allows for personalizing the daisy with ribbons and is suitable as a family activity.
Christmas Festive Gilding Workshop
Christmas Festive Gilding Workshop
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Zantium Studios in the Peak District - Derbyshire
Zantium Studios in the Peak District - Derbyshire
Sunday November 15th 2026
Sunday November 15th 2026
2pm-5pm
2pm-5pm
Join Amelia at Zantium Studios with hosts Peter and Alison Massey at their beautiful Crafting Cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District.
Join Amelia at Zantium Studios with hosts Peter and Alison Massey at their beautiful Crafting Cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District.
In this Festive masterclass learn the art of laying Dutch Gold Leaf using bespoke size and lacquers. You will gild Christmas decorations including baubles which are perfect for the festive season and make fabulous gifts. Click here to book directly with the Studio.
In this Festive masterclass learn the art of laying Dutch Gold Leaf using bespoke size and lacquers. You will gild Christmas decorations including baubles which are perfect for the festive season and make fabulous gifts. Click here to book directly with the Studio.
Festive Gilding Last Year
Festive Gilding Last Year
Heritage Composition Picture Frame Making Course
Heritage Composition Picture Frame Making Course
amelia jane gilding
amelia jane gilding
Higham Hall
Higham Hall
2nd - 5th February 2027
2nd - 5th February 2027
Composition Picture Frame making uses Composition (compo) to create ornamental picture and mirror frames using traditional techniques. Due to the decline in demand, this heritage skill is now on the Endangered Heritage Skills Red List.
Join me for an immersive four-day journey where you will design and create your own unique composition picture frame from start to finish. This practical course stands out by offering hands-on instruction with authentic, traditional materials and recipes rarely found in other workshops. You will master the art of frame preparation using time-honoured tools, experiment with both water and oil gilding techniques, and develop an understanding of historical frame styles from different periods and regions. By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to craft a beautifully gilded ornamental frame, applying specialist techniques and artistic flair that set your work apart.
Throughout the course, you will become proficient in preparing, gilding, and burnishing gold leaf on bare wood, using time-tested recipes for gesso and bole. You’ll also gain insights into the differences in frame styles by country, design, and era, enriching your creative approach. With personalised guidance, this course is ideal for anyone eager to unlock the secrets of an endangered heritage craft and produce truly distinctive, hand-crafted frames. Included in the course is a fieldtrip where you will gain first-hand knowledge of historical gilded frames.
The course will run for four days from 2nd - 5th February 2027
For further information regarding these courses click this link.
CONTACT
CONTACT
Office Hours 09:00 to 17:00
017687 76276
admin@highamhall.com
Office Hours 09:00 to 17:00
017687 76276
admin@highamhall.com
Bassenthwaite Lake
Bassenthwaite Lake
Cockermouth
Cockermouth
Cumbria
Cumbria
CA13 9SH
CA13 9SH
Restoration Kintsugi at Higham Hall Cumbria
Restoration Kintsugi at Higham Hall Cumbria
Sunday 7th March 2027 10.30am - 4pm
Sunday 7th March 2027 10.30am - 4pm
Kintsugi, which literally translates as 'golden joinery', celebrates the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi—embracing imperfections as part of an object’s unique story where flaws are something to be cherished and not hidden.
Kintsugi, which literally translates as 'golden joinery', celebrates the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi—embracing imperfections as part of an object’s unique story where flaws are something to be cherished and not hidden.
On this day course, students will have the chance to experience the art of Restoration Kintsugi which fuses the techniques used in traditional Kintsugi with modern methods to produce stunning results.
On this day course, students will have the chance to experience the art of Restoration Kintsugi which fuses the techniques used in traditional Kintsugi with modern methods to produce stunning results.
In the workshop, you will be given a ceramic bowl and your own toolbox for use on the day which will contain all the materials and items you need. You will be shown how to break it safely and then taught step by step how to repair the broken pieces to create a wonderful new masterpiece using 24 carat gold leaf to gild the repair.
In the workshop, you will be given a ceramic bowl and your own toolbox for use on the day which will contain all the materials and items you need. You will be shown how to break it safely and then taught step by step how to repair the broken pieces to create a wonderful new masterpiece using 24 carat gold leaf to gild the repair.
You will leave the workshop with confidence to repair other pieces of broken ceramics to make them even more beautiful. Restoration Kintsugi transforms your broken ceramics as they become beautifully flawed!
You will leave the workshop with confidence to repair other pieces of broken ceramics to make them even more beautiful. Restoration Kintsugi transforms your broken ceramics as they become beautifully flawed!
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