Upcoming workshops
About our workshops
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
We are experts in Annie Sloan paint & techniques and run regular workshops so you can learn to paint the Annie Sloan way.
Our 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.
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.
You will receive a 10% discount on Annie Sloan products on the day of your workshop.
Call us to book 01306 888325.
Choose your Annie Sloan workshop
Essential Techniques
Our most popular workshop. 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. £75 per person
Workshops run from 10am to 1.30pm
Wednesday 13 November
Saturday 16 November
Thursday 28 November
Wednesday 4 December
Thursday 12 December
Saturday 14 December
Saturday 11 January
Thursday 23 January
Saturday 25 January (FULL DAY with Decorative Techniques)
Wednesday 5 February
Saturday 8 February
Saturday 22 February
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! £80 per person
Wednesday 8 January
Thursday 20 February
Wednesday 5 March
Saturday 12 April
Thursday 15 May
Wed
Call us to book 01306 888325.
Full Day workshop
Learn to paint the Annie Sloan Way AND Decorative Techniques
Unleash your creativity and spend a whole day learning how to get the best from Annie Sloan Products. £150 per person
Workshop runs from 10am to 5pm (with a break for lunch).
Saturday 25 January
Saturday 15 March
Saturday 10 May
Thursday 26 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.
Workshops run from 3pm to 5pm
Wednesday 13 November
Saturday 16 November
Wednesday 4 December
Thursday 12 December
Saturday 14 December
Call us to book 01306 888325
Blending and Stencilling Masterclass
Learn not one but two fabulously creative techniques and take your ‘masterpiece’ home with you
Time: 10am to 1pm £65 per person
Thursday 21 November
Call us to book 01306 888325.
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.