🎨 Attic Batik Workshops

Discover the art of batik in the heart of Derbyshire.
Join me, Sue, in my cosy Ripley studio for an immersive, hands-on experience. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to deepen your skills, there’s a class tailored just for you.

🖌️ Initial Batik Class – Perfect for Beginners

Create your own framed batik masterpiece.

  • What you’ll do:
    • Choose a letter or simple motif.
    • Learn to apply hot wax and vibrant dyes on cotton.
    • Explore layering techniques to build up your design.
    • Finish by removing the wax and framing your artwork.
  • Duration: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (including breaks)

• • Take home: Your framed batik creation.

🌸 Botanical Batik – Floral Designs on Silk

Capture the delicate beauty of flowers using batik techniques.

  • Ideal for: Confident beginners and those with some batik experience.
  • What you’ll do:
    • Select from several floral designs.
    • Work on silk stretched in a 7″ embroidery hoop (which doubles as your frame).
    • Learn to depict the shimmering nature of petals using wax and dye.

• • Take home: Your silk floral batik in its hoop frame.

More details on this class can be found here: https://www.atticbatik.com/new-classes-now-available/ and here: https://www.atticbatik.com/botanical-mandala-workshop-in-leek-staffordshire/

🌀 Mandala Art Workshop – Meditative Patterns on Silk

Dive into the contemplative process of creating mandalas.

  • Ideal for: Those who have completed the Initial Class or have intermediate batik skills.
  • What you’ll do:
    • Choose from various mandala designs.
    • Layer wax and dyes on silk to build intricate patterns.
    • Work within a 7″ embroidery hoop, which serves as your frame.

• • Take home: Your silk mandala batik in its hoop frame.

📅 Booking & Pricing

Class Schedule:

  • Dates: Various dates available throughout the year.
  • Booking: Classes are arranged upon request. Please contact me to schedule.

Pricing:

  • One-to-one tuition: £245
  • Two participants: £127 each
  • Three participants (max): £88 each

All prices include materials, use of tools, and your framed artwork.

🏡 Studio Details

  • Location: Ripley, Derbyshire
  • Studio Accessibility: Upstairs room; please note the stairs are fairly steep but have a banister.
  • Facilities: Bathroom and kitchen are downstairs.
  • Parking: On-street parking available; some days may require a short walk.
  • Refreshments: Tea, coffee, juice, and light snacks provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
  • What to bring: An apron and old clothes (dyes are permanent). Protective gloves are available.

📞 Ready to Create?

I’m excited to share the joy of batik with you!

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NB These classes are suitable for anyone above the age of 16.

I look forward to meeting you!

Sue