Creative Communities Garden Party Crafternoons in The Séamus Ennis Arts Centre
As part of the Fingal County Council Creative Ireland Programme, the Garden Party Crafternoons are a delightful series of FREE workshops taking place throughout the Summer. The Séamus Ennis Arts Centre will transform its outdoor courtyard into a vibrant hub of creativity, presenting its first-ever Garden Party Creative Communities Crafternoons! Whether you’re an experienced artist or a curious beginner, these workshops are designed for everyone to come along and immerse themselves in the world of arts and crafts.
With everything from Flower Crowns to Tye Dye masterpieces, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Our talented instructors will guide participants through each step, ensuring that you create something truly special to take home and enjoy. The outside covered courtyard will be set out as a welcoming creative space with beanbags, picnic tables, fairy lights, and music playing, in which people can drop in, enjoy a coffee, and take part in workshops.
Sunday, July 28th, 11 am- 3 pm
Mural Painting with Karen Lee
Local Artist Karen Lee invites community members young and old to drop in throughout the morning/afternoon to contribute to her signature colourful mural. Attendees will get to experiment with colour and make an impact on TSEAC's Piper's Garden, where passers-by will enjoy the artwork into Autumn and beyon
Sunday, August 4th, 11 am- 3 pm
Lino Printing on Tote Bags with Aga Bloch
Lino Print Artist and Painter Aga Bloch will be bringing her beautiful botanical designs to life in a workshop that will be fun and unique. Participants can use the different flowers and leaves to create their own designed bag, which they can take away!
Saturday, August 10th, 10 am- 1 pm
Flower Crown Creation
Frida will guide participants through a couple of hours of creativity, using fresh materials to make beautiful flower crowns.
Sunday, August 18th, 11 am- 3 pm
Tie Dye T-Shirts with Lollipop Apparel
Lollipop Apparel celebrates inclusivity and diversity through their colourful creative tie dye workshops! This t-shirt design workshop is open to all ages.
Saturday, August 24th, 11 am- 3 pm
Traditional Ukrainian Crafts with Iryna Hordynska
Iryna has been living in Dublin since 2022 and is excited to bring her Ukrainian culture to TSEAC on the weekend that the country marks its National Day. Iryna will work with participants through Ukrainian and English, showing them how to make their own "Ukrainian" doll.
For more information, please visit https://www.tseac.ie/creative-communities.