About this Event
Create three beautiful handcrafted Christmas decorations while learning the timeless art of metal embossing. Perfect for beginners and those looking to expand their creative skills, this festive workshop will guide you through a variety of traditional metalworking techniques to produce decorations you’ll treasure for years to come.
During the workshop you’ll learn:
- Low relief embossing
- High relief embossing
- Engraving and decorative detailing
- Techniques for creating depth and texture
You’ll make three festive decorations, each finished with a felt backing and ribbon, ready to hang on your Christmas tree or gift to someone special.
For those who’d like to add an extra touch of sparkle, there will also be the opportunity to enhance your designs using specialist jewel-like translucent paints, creating rich colour, depth and a beautiful enamel-style finish.
What’s included:
- All materials and tools
- Expert step-by-step tuition
- Template's
- Felt backing and hanging ribbons
- Optional use of specialist decorative paints
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing festive activity, a chance to learn a new craft, or to create unique handmade Christmas decorations, this workshop offers a fun and creative experience in a welcoming atmosphere.
✨ Artist Bio – Emma Williams
Local artist Emma Williams is well renowned for her award-winning creative window displays and murals, which bring colour and imagination to Shrewsbury and beyond. Alongside her public artwork, Emma enjoys teaching in small group settings, where she shares some of the artistic techniques she uses in her own practice. Her workshops are designed to promote mindfulness, creativity, and positive mental wellbeing, offering a welcoming space for people of all abilities to explore their creativity.
Event venue & nearby stays
Shrewsbury Library, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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