New workshop dates!

I am returning to the lovely Debbie Bryan's studio and shop, Nottingham Lace market for a selection of workshops...

Ceramic Brooch Making Workshop, £20

Saturday 7^th April, 11 - 1pm

“Be inspired by talented ceramist Katie Almond’s design secrets & create your own stunning trio of porcelain brooches.”

Your brooches are fired and returned to the shop ready for you to collect just 2 weeks later.

NEW! Ceramic Plate Making Workshop, £30

Saturday 7^th April, 2 - 5pm

“A welcome addition to The Design Room workshops. Join Nottinghamshire designer maker Katie Almond for the afternoon and learn how to create your own decorative plate, your plate is return the shop 2 weeks later after firing for you to collect. “

Ceramic Brooch Making, £20

Saturday 14^th July, 9.30am - 11.30am

“Be inspired by talented ceramist Katie Almond’s design secrets & create your own stunning trio of porcelain brooches.”

Your brooches are fired and returned to the shop ready for you to collect just 2 weeks later.

Bead Making Workshop, £28

Saturday 14^th July, 12 - 3pm

“A welcome return to The Design Room is this popular Katie Almond workshop; create your own mini-collection of ceramic glazed beads.”

Your beads are ready for collection 2 weeks after your workshop.

All our Design Workshops include materials, equipment, tea & our famous home-made cake.

You are welcome to bring materials that may be special to you. Please call 0115 9507776 or email us at info@debbiebryan.co.uk to book your workshop place.

Workshop Timetable for ‘The Collective’ exhibition at Creative Hinckley 26th March-5th May 2012. For more information.....

www.http://www.creativehinckley.co.uk/events/event-detail/the-collective/

Samantha Robinson "springtime inspirations"

Saturday 31 March

10 - 1 Make a bead wire brooch inspired by Easter or Spring. £25

2 - 4 Suffolk Puff brooches. £20

Try out making a bead wire brooch using the colours and ideas of Easter or incorporate the colours of spring in the morning with Samantha or try something a little different with the Suffolk Puff brooches in the afternoon.

Phiona Richards

Saturday 7 April "Day of Paper Jewellery"

10 - 1 Paper beads. £25

2 – 4 Paper roses. £20

Experience the intricate work of making paper beads or perhaps a paper rose ring as seen on Channel 4's "Kristy’s Home Made".

Katie Almond "Choose ceramics"

Friday 20 April.

10 - 12 Make a ceramic brooch. £20.

1 - 4 Ceramic beads or tiles. £25

Try out the styles and ideas that Katie can demonstrate with her nostalgic inspirations and make a brooch, or beads during the day.

For booking contact:-

lindsay.orton@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk or Tel: 01455 247070.

Valentines...hearts and birds

Love heart inspired ranges.....

A range of hand-finished cards with porcelain details, scrabble letters and old typewriter fonts.

Heart shaped brooches, 'Love Bird' brooches and heart themed espresso cups. Spread the Love!

Feel free to drop me an e-mail for more information.

January

It's been a busy month so far.....

I have been busy making for various exhibitions and new year stock. 'History Makers' at the RBSA, Birmingham is on now showcasing a mix of designer/makers inspired by nostalgia and stories running until April.

You can now download my new 2012 trade brochure from my website www.katiealmond.co.uk and I now have a facebook page http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Katie-Almond-ceramics/162186390551992

I have been working on a new collection inspired by St. Ives, Cornwall for Porthminster gallery http://www.porthminstergallery.co.uk

and here is a sneaky peak of works on display referencing old maps, postcards and seaside themes....

I have also been working on some new slab-built small jugs with big spouts which I love...

Watch this space for more exhibition and workshops announcements!

it's Christmas....(nearly!)

It's been a busy run up to Christmas with shows, exhibitions and orders to prepare but I have finally managed to get all orders sent out and I can now look forward to the festivities....

My Christmas decorations are looking great on the tree!

I have completed 2 commission jugs with a garden theme and personal family photographs which worked well....

2012 is looking great so far in terms of shows and exhibitions....

RBSA Birmingham ‘History Makers’ 16^th January-13^th April. “Victoriana meets eclectic vintage finds in this exhibition featuring makers who are inspired by history and nostalgia. Demonstrating how antique and historical objects can be given a new lease of life, this exhibition shows the influence of lost and forgotten possessions on crafts people today.” www.rbsa.org.uk for more information.

Porthminster gallery, St.Ives, Cornwall ‘New beginnings’ 11^th February-24^th March.  Gallery exhibition showcasing ceramics, sculpture and paintings inspired by St.Ives. For more information; www.porthminstergallery.co.uk.

‘SOCK’ Loughborough town hall, 24^th and 25^th March 10-4pm. An Arts and Craft Purchase and Commission Fair. For more information;  www.loughboroughtownhall.co.uk/sock_home.

British craft trade fair (BCTF) Harrogate 15^th-17^th April. Stand no.203. For more information and the design edge catalogue www.bctf.co.uk.

‘Word play’ exhibition at Jennifer Collier’s Unit 12 craft space, Tixall Heath farm, Stafford, 3^rd May-28^th July “Word Play; Text and the written word provide the focus of this exhibition, with makers who use stories to inspire their work, or where text provides an important aspect to the aesthetic of it. Makers included in this exhibition are Oh Golly Gosh, Katie Almond, Lauren Van Helmond, Rachel Hazell, Rag Button, Alix Swan, Creatively Occupied, Sarah Jane Brown, Lucie Pritchard, Rare Notions and Louise Wilson.” For more information;  www.unittwelve.co.uk.

The contemporary craft fair, Bovey Tracey, Devon, 15^th-17^th June. Retail selling show. For more information www.craftsatboveytracey.co.uk.

Watch this space for more and confirmed dates for my ceramic workshops. In the meantime have a great Christmas and best wishes for 2012!

MADE11 17th-20th November

I just thought I would share some images from my trip down to Brighton Made11 at the weekend. I had a good show with lots of visitors through the doors. The Corn Exchange was a great setting for the show and I loved staying in Brighton itself waking up to a sea view every morning was a nice change!

Here are some images of my favourite jugs and cups that I had on display that are now in their new homes.....

New cups.....

I also had my seaside range as I thought these would be apt for the coast....

Overall I had a great time and had lots of nice comments about my display and pots. I liked the atmosphere of the venue and I met some lovely fellow makers which is always nice. There is no rest for me now though as I have lots of Christmas orders to complete...so watch this space!

MADE 11

MADE11 - Brighton's Design and Craft Fair

17th - 20th November, 2011
"MADE11 returns to the beautiful Corn Exchange in the heart of Brighton offering the public the opportunity to buy original and exceptional design and craft from the best local and national makers. It also provides space for the designer / makers to sell direct to the public and to build a relationship with buyers, potential buyers, galleries and craft suppliers.
Now in it's Fifth year MADE11 has become firmly established as a friendly, accessible and high quality event, attracting over 5000 visitors each year who delight at the quality and extensive range of work.
MADE showcases over 100 contemporary and highly original makers and designers across all media. With jewellery, furniture, ceramics, textiles, clothing and the odd quirky pieces thrown in - the fair offers beautiful handcrafted objects to suit everyone's taste and budget."

MADE11 takes place in the Corn Exchange, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UG in the heart of Brighton just around the corner from the Royal Pavilion.

Opening Times
Thursday 17th November 6.00pm - 8.30pm (Private View - ticket only)
Friday 18th November 11am - 7.30pm
Saturday 19th November 10am - 6.00pm
Sunday 20th November 10am - 5.00pm

www.brighton-made.co.uk

October news

Workshop Saturday 8th October...

As promised here are some lovely images created in my brooch and bead making workshop in Debbie Bryan's studio and shop set in the heart of Nottingham lace market....

A trio of porcelain glazed brooches.

 Mini collection of glazed beads and small buttons.

Watch this space for next years workshop dates!

GNCCF- Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair, Manchester, 20-23rd October.

I just wanted to share some images of my stand layout with you...

I had a very successful show and there was plenty of visitors. It was a good venue 'Quay House' Spinningfields as its very central with good parking and transport connections. I made some great contacts and I met some lovely makers and chatted about shows/experiences. Once again I took all my furniture and shelves/cup hooks to create a layout I was happy with...

I was pleased with my cup hooks and I took lots of vintage bits and bobs that I collect and placed them amongst my pots.....I particularly LOVE my old printing blocks spelling my name...

My espresso cups, earrings,brooches and buttons seemed to go down well...

 Nan's old lace doilies set off my espresso cups.

Now I am busily making for orders as this is a very busy time of year with Christmas fast approaching! You can catch me next in Brighton, at 'Made' on the 17th-20th November 2011, where I will be showcasing my collections and some newer ranges like this cup and saucer....