What’s On
Yarn Sale & Weaving Demonstration with Mairi Gillies
Experience the wellness benefits of mindful winding in this drop-in group workshop. Learn the meditative process of yarn windings. This is a hands-on workshop during which you will learn the different techniques of off-loom weaving and finish with your own yarn creations to take home. All materials will be supplied.
The Secret Craft: Chinese Filigree Inlay - Talk for Southwark Design District Lates
On the evening of the 21st of September we will be hosting a talk; “The Secret Craft: Chinese Filigree Inlay '' which will introduce the audience to the traditional craft of filigree jewellery and its cultural significance in Chinese heritage. The evening will include an interactive demonstration where visitors can try their hand at the wire stretching technique.
Creative Elephant - Members exhibition for London Design Festival & Urban Elephant Festival
Hotel Elephant is pleased to present Creative Elephant, a program of events and workshops celebrating the creative and design talents of our studio members for the London Design Festival and Urban Elephant Festival. The program will include a group exhibition of artwork and objects from our members, including textiles, fashion, fine art and jewellery. The exhibition is free to attend and will run for the duration of the festival. Our events program will include participatory workshops and demonstrations from different craftspeople, alongside an evening talk about Chinese Filigree for the Southwark Design District lates program. Booking will be required for the events, please see our website for more details.
Enamel Jewellery Making Workshop - London Design Festival & Urban Elephant Festival
The Enamel Jewellery Workshop aims to teach individuals the art of creating beautiful enamel jewellery. Participants will be introduced to various techniques and processes involved in making unique and colorful enamel pieces.