Easi Works - Craft Workshops at Easi Craft Club

We're thrilled to announce the launch of Easi Works Saturday craft clubs, providing a perfect setting for you to indulge in the art of pottery-making whilst enjoying the company of others.

Nestled in the Easi Works hub, an inspiring, friendly, safe and inclusive environment for young people and adults with autism, neurodiverse conditions and learning disabilities. At Easi Works they firmly believe in the therapeutic benefits of engaging in creative activities and recognise the impact on physical and mentalwell-being.

Join us on a creative journey where you'll have the opportunity to handcraft and paint your very own pottery pieces.

Saturday 1^st July and Saturday 5^th August 2023 - Terracotta toadstools

During the first session you'll have the opportunity to work with terracotta clay and sculpt your very own charming toadstools. Let your imagination take flight as you mold and shape the clay into delightful mushroom-inspired designs. After the session, your creations will undergo a bisque firing process to ensure their durability.

In the second session, it's time to bring your toadstools to life with a burst of colour! You'll paint your sculptures using glaze, adding beautiful and vibrant hues to enhance their appearance. Once again, the toadstools will undergo firing to create a stunning finished product.

Saturday 9th September and Saturday 7th October 2023 - Clay heart plaques and Christmas decorations

In the first session you'll handcraft two large heart hanging plaques and delightful Christmas ornaments. These can serve as wonderful gifts for the holiday season or cherished keepsakes. Get creative and explore various textures and designs to add that perfect finishing touch.

In the second session, it's time to bring your creations to life! You'll have the chance to paint your pieces using glaze. They will have undergone a bisque firing process between the sessions, ensuring their durability and readiness for the painting phase. Let your imagination run wild as you add colour and vibrancy to your masterpieces.

Saturday 4th November and Saturday 9^th December 2023 - Terracotta clay Christmas tree tea light holders   

During the first session you will craft unique terracotta clay Christmas tree tea light holders. Using the rolling technique, you'll shape the clay around a cone to form charming trees. To add a touch of elegance, you'll cut intricate patterns using special cutters, allowing the warm candlelight to shine through. After the session, your creations will undergo a bisque firing process.

In the second session, it's time to infuse your trees with colour and personality! Using glaze, you'll have the opportunity to paint your creations, adding a festive touch to each tree. Once painted, the tea light holders will undergo a final firing to complete the transformation.

How to book

Places are limited so we recommend booking as soon as possible.
Contact us at easiworks@autismplus.co.uk or telephone 01347 823224

To secure your booking, we kindly request a £5 deposit. Regrettably, this deposit is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation made within 24 hours before the session.

Sessions will take place at: Easi Works, Unit 3 Birch Business Park, Easingwold, YO61 3FB

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