Workshops
The essence of “Mottainai”
Don't waste what is valuable.
Mottainai, conveys a feeling of awe and appreciation for the gifts of nature and encompasses the
four Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Repair
It is a concept that also calls us to express gratitude, to respect objects and to avoid wastage.
We can learn such appreciation through Crafternoons
Join Valerie for a bespoke workshop where you can learn to make, create, repair and reuse while having fun!
WhichCraft will you choose???
Textiles:
Upcycling using embroidery, macrame, applique / dressmaking (clothes, cushions, accessories etc)
Leather Craft:
Recycling Leather, stitching /applique (belts, bags, wallets, cuffs)
Mixed Media Sculpture:
Upcycling /Recycling/ pyrography / mosaics / using paper mache, wood, crystals, feathers, wire (dreamcatchers, lamp, mobile, objet d’art)
Decoupage / Collage:
Breathing new life into old transforming everyday objects (furniture, trays, frames, mirror)
Jewellery:
Mixed media / wire work / mesh / beading
Silversmith jewellery:
You will be creating a pendant, ring or earring in silver or base metal exploring design/ sawing / soldering/ stamping / gemstones setting /polishing
Spaces are limited to 6 people max per workshop in W9.
Fridays/Saturdays/Sundays/3pm to 6pm, £65 per session.
Some materials are included in the workshop, others (silver, stones, beads) can be purchased.
Book your session today!
Contact Valerie and tailor make your learning experience.
valeriekieffer@hotmail.co.uk Phone: 07910 371 366
Valerie Kieffer is a independent designer creating within a world of mass produced conformity to gift beautiful hand crafted one of a kind jewellery, bags and clothes to men and women. With decades of experience, she has run workshops in schools, community events and privately tutored many adults, as well as running her online business and at stalls in festivals & craft fairs.
She is inspired by her travels within the Native tribes of the Americas where she sources her materials directly at source from local people.
