Upcoming workshops
About our workshops
We are experts in Annie Sloan paint & techniques and run regular workshops so you can learn to paint the Annie Sloan way.
Our half-day workshops are run in the studio at the back of the shop and allow you to learn how to get the best from Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in a relaxed, fun environment with plenty of time for questions, laughter tips and advice. They are a great opportunity to sample the Annie Sloan paints, brushes and waxes.
Our workshops were listed in The Times in August 2023 as one of The 21 best things to do in the UK when it rains
Places are limited to six people per workshop … and the added bonus of a super small class … perfect for asking questions and sharing tips and advice! Small class sizes also mean they get booked up quickly … give us a call to secure your place.
The Essential Techniques workshop is £75 per person and a 10% discount on Annie Sloan products on the day of your workshop. The Decorative Techniques workshop is £80 per person and also entitles you to 10% off Annie Sloan products on the day.
Call us to book 01306 888325.
Choose your Annie Sloan workshop
Essential Techniques
This hands-on workshop will give you the skills and confidence to transform your furniture.
It is an ideal introductory workshop suitable for beginners and those who have a little experience. During the workshop you will learn the following:
- Creating a textured finish;
- Two-colour distressing;
- Colour mixing – you will learn how to extend the Annie Sloan colour palette to create an unlimited number of colours;
- Smooth modern finish;
- How and when to use the different Annie Sloan Waxes and Lacquer;
- Tips and tricks for achieving a professional finish.
These are the techniques which are going to take your pieces of furniture to the next level and give you the confidence to do more than painting a piece in one flat colour.
2024 dates:
Wednesday 6 March
Saturday 9 March
Thursday 21 March
Saturday 6 April
Wednesday 17 April
Saturday 20 April
Thursday 2 May
Wednesday 15 May
Saturday 18 May
Saturday 1 June
Thursday 13 June
Saturday 15 June
Workshops run from 10am to 1.30pm
Call us to book 01306 888325.
Decorative Techniques
Building on the new skills acquired on the introductory Essential Techniques workshop you will learn a number of further decorative techniques including:
- Gilding with metal leaf
- Using gilding waxes
- Stencilling
- Craqueleur
- Decoupage
- Working with Soft Wax.
After this … there will be no stopping you!
Saturday 16 March
Wednesday 10 April
Thursday 23 May
Wednesday 19 June
Call us to book 01306 888325.
Super Star Gilding Workshop
Learn to gild anything and everything using metal leaf starting with a wooden star which you will take home as confirmation of your superstar status! Two hour workshop - £40 per person.
New dates to be confirmed …
Essential Techniques
This hands-on workshop will give you the skills and confidence to transform your furniture.
It is an ideal introductory workshop suitable for beginners and those who have a little experience. During the workshop you will learn the following:
Creating a textured finish;
Two-colour distressing;
Colour mixing – you will learn how to extend the Annie Sloan colour palette to create an unlimited number of colours;
Smooth modern finish;
Wash effect;
How and when to use the different Annie Sloan Waxes and Lacquer;
Tips and tricks for achieving a professional finish.
These are the techniques which are going to take your pieces of furniture to the next level and give you the confidence to do more than painting a piece in one flat colour.