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Workshops

Book a hands-on Indian arts workshop

Relaxed, creative sessions from a family-run team passionate about Indian arts. Everyone makes their own piece to take home and learns the story behind the art form. No experience needed.
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Who we work with

A workshop for every group

Workplaces and team events

From £18 per person

  • 2 hours, for 10–20 people
  • All materials included; we set up and clear away

Schools and community groups

From £280 per class

  • 1.5–2 hours, for groups of up to 30
  • Adapted for age and ability

Private parties and groups

From £20 per person

  • Birthdays, hen parties, friends and family get-togethers

Per-person prices have a £250 minimum for private sessions, so small groups pay that rather than the per-head total. Build your workshop to see the cost for your group.

Plan your workshop

Build your workshop

Pick a craft and your group size to see a rough cost, then send it to us as an enquiry. All materials are included.
Step 1: Choose a craft
Step 2: Choose a level and what you'll make
Step 3: How many people?

2 hours, for up to 30 people. Bigger group? Tell us in your enquiry.

Rough cost£250£18 per person for 10 people, so the £250 minimum for private sessions applies

An estimate to help you plan. We'll confirm the price, dates and details when we reply. Materials are included; travel is added for venues outside our usual area, and we'll always tell you the amount before you commit to anything.

The art forms

What you could make

A workshop guest painting a floral and dragonfly batik design onto stretched fabric

Wax resist dyeing

Batik

Batik is a dyeing technique using wax resist. The term is also used to describe patterned textiles created with that technique. Batik is made by drawing or stamping wax on a cloth to prevent colour absorption during the dyeing process. This creates a patterned negative when the wax is removed from the dyed cloth.

Read the Batik guide

A white Lippan Jharokha frame with hinged doors, decorated with clay patterns and small mirrors

Clay and mirror art

Lippan Kaam

Lippan Art, also known as Mud and Mirror Work, is a traditional mural art form from the Kutch region in Gujarat, India. Characterized by its unique combination of clay, mirrors to create beautiful intricate patterns and shapes.

Read the Lippan Kaam guide

Trays of hand-carved wooden printing blocks in floral and paisley designs

Carved wooden blocks

Block Printing

Block printing in India consists of stamping coloured designs on fabric using specially carved traditional wooden blocks. The repeated printing pattern brings life to the final design.

Read the Block Printing guide

How to book

Choose your craft and group size above, add your date and location, and we'll come back to you with availability and a price.
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