The contemporary craft fair, Bovey Tracey, 15th-17th June

I have returned from a lovely show down in Bovey Tracey. Despite the rain the footfall was good and I had some great comments about my display. I just wanted to share some images from the weekend.....

I displayed my new plates on the wall along with my porcelain bunting which got a lot of attention!

New brooches...

A few of my favourites! 

Workshop images

I just wanted to share some lovely images of work created in my recent workshops at Debbie Bryan's studio Nottingham and my workshop to coincide with the 'Collective' exhibition in Hinckley.

 Brooches....

I always love how everyone creates such different pieces inspired by my bag of old lace and button collections!

Plates.....

Beads.... what a lovely necklace these will make!

Do you feel inspired?
These are my next dates in July for workshops at Debbie Bryan's studio, Nottingham...

July

Ceramic Brooch Making, £20

14th Saturday, 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."

NEW! Young Creatives Club: Tile Making Workshop, £36

Sunday 15th, 10am - 11.30pm
"Come and join our first ever young creatives workshop, creating a ceramic tile with Katie Almond. The price is for one adult and one child aged from 11 upwards." 

Bead Making Workshop, £28

15th Sunday, 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."

For more information about the workshops please visit www.debbiebryan.co.uk/Workshops and to book please call 0115 9507776 or email us at info@debbiebryan.co.uk.

The British craft trade fair BCTF 15th-17th April 2012

I have just returned from a really good show up in Harrogate and I just wanted to share some images with you...

It was a really good show in terms of atmosphere and a good number of trade visitors from the north. Harrogate is also a lovely place to stay and I stayed right in the town near to Betty's tea room! I also met some lovely fellow makers which is always a bonus.

I was pleased with my display and my old bobbin washing line for my cards...

My Jubilee range went down a treat and I can't wait to get stuck into making them!

Latest news...

I have just realised I have not blogged for a few months now so I thought it was a good time to share my news! It's been a busy one with lots of exhibitions, workshops and new projects to work towards.

I will be travelling up to Harrogate for the British craft trade fair BCTF this weekend 15th-17th and I will be taking all my wares with me and my new range for the Queen's Jubilee celebrations this summer. For more details www.bctf.co.uk

Our exhibition 'The collective' at Creative Hinckley is still running until the 5th May...
'Formerly all graduates of De Montfort University in Leicester, “The Collective” were formed in 2010. All the members have completed a BA (Hons) degree in Design Crafts which covered a wide range of disciplines from fine silver smithing, ceramics, glass, to mixed media, printing, textiles and more. The group provides a showcase of diversity of skills, fine workmanship and development of their chosen craft as they strive to establish their careers in their particular field.'
www.creativehinckley.co.uk/events/event-detail/the-collective

There is still places left on my workshop there for Friday 20th 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.

There are some lovely images courtesy of Lesley Bee images of the exhibition to give you a taster
http://artography.myshowit.com/collective/index.html www.lesleybee.co.uk

My display...

 Decorative plates on the wall

Jubilee Tea Party jug

I have also been working on a very exciting project with 'Paper rose' a card company based in Nottingham collaging a range of cards inspired by holidays, picnics and the Jubilee. Images coming soon but here is a sneaky peek at one of my drawings.

Watch this space for more news!

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!