Darren Ball Textile Artist
Sat 4 July - Sun 20 September 2026
An exciting exhibition showcasing Darren’s recent work including four new exquisite pieces produced in response Sir Clough Williams-Ellis’s gardens at Plas Brondanw and Portmeirion, the world-famous village he created on the Dwyryd Estuary in Gwynedd, North Wales which is currently celebrating its centenary.
Figure Embroidery Workshop : Saturday 25 July 10.30am – 4.30pm
Floral Embroidery Workshop : Sunday 26 July 10.30am – 4.30pm
Ruthin Craft Centre - The Centre for the Applied Arts, Park Road, Ruthin LL15 1BB
Mon-Tue 17-18 & Thu-Fri 20-21 August 2026 (4 days)
A creative and inspiring break in the heart of historic Bath making stitched memories in free machine embroidery & appliqué. Four days of engaging and supportive workshops with expert tuition that will enable you to create a special textile interpretation of an image that is part of your life story. This could include memories of special meals, the seasons, houses lived in, family members, pets, holidays, gardens or outings etc.
Bath Royal Literary & Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HN
COURT HOUSE FARM EMBROIDERY RETREAT
Wed 26 - Mon 31 August 2026
An inspiring creative appliqué & embroidery retreat held over six days at the historic Court House Farm exploring how personal memories—whether quiet moments or vivid snapshots—can be transformed into richly layered textile art. The retreat includes 5 nights’ accommodation, all meals and refreshments, expert tuition, stimulating talks, activities, and local visits. Non-residential option available for locals.
Court House Farm & Gardens, Church Road South, Portishead, Somerset BS20 6PU
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