An Introduction to Bargello with Cecilia Charlton

David Parr House

Join Cecilia Charlton for this day Bargello workshop and create small embroideries that can be used as gifts or ornaments.In this workshop, you will:Discover the three fundamental principles of bargello: color, stitch length, and stitch groupings.Create your own embroideries u...

The Art of Arabic Calligraphy with Samar Farooq

David Parr House

As we focus on Letter, Word and Text in our 2024 programme, we are delighted to host this one-day Arabic calligraphy workshop with Samar Farooq, a celebrated calligrapher from Essex.The morning session will include Chinese Arabic Calligraphy (aka Sini). Sini calligraphy dates ...

The Art of Letterpress with Donna Thompson

David Parr House

Make a fabric, handprinted Letterpress banner with Donna Thompson aka Deedeecreate. Create a unique keepsake to celebrate the words, pattern and love for a home found in David Parr House.In this workshop, you will:Be inspired by the text and quotes you discover in the David Pa...

TALK: The Craftivist Collective Handbook with Sarah P Corbett

David Parr House

Join Sarah P Corbett for a talk on her new book The Craftivist Collective Handbook: Projects, Stories, and Methods for Gentle Protests as part of our Salon Series of Talks at David Parr House.Sarah asks if we want our world to be more beautiful, kind and fair then can we make ...

Rag Rug Workshop with Rachael Matthews

David Parr House

In this workshop, you are invited to weave a small rag rug using the ancient tool of hand-held weaving sticks. This fast and portable technique can be addictive,  and you will be able to take the sticks home to finish your work if your work needs to grow bigger.  Rachael will ...

The Art of Blackwork Embroidery with Beatrice Mayfield

David Parr House

Discover the world of Blackwork embroidery with Royal School of Needlework course leader Beatrice Mayfield in this day workshop on Saturday 28th September, 10.30am – 3.30pm.In this workshop, you will:Discover the history of Blackwork, a stitch often seen in Tudor portraits and...

TALK: Rag Manifesto with Rachael Matthews

David Parr House

Join Rachael Matthews for an exclusive in-person talk on her new book the Rag Manifesto as part of our Salon Series of Talks at David Parr House.Anyone who appreciates the David Parr House will take for granted the idea that lingering textiles are destined to turn into somethi...

Art Exhibition at the 3rd edition of the World Food Festival in Cambridge

Dessins de Lillavaty

My first art exhibition in Cambridge was an incredible honor, as I had the opportunity to showcase my perspective on the world through colors and shapes, and I learned so much about the journey to becoming an artist while participating in this beautiful event.

Cambridge Film Hub

Cambridge Film Hub

Cambridge Film Hub October meet is an exciting one ! We are meeting to discuss the proposal for a Film Office for Cambridgeshire, in order to promote the region to the film & television industry, and grow our local film making and producing talent.This would bring huge eco...

Sustainability in the Arts - Julie's Bicycle

The Library Presents and Babylon Arts are set to host an online seminar aimed at upskilling artists and performers with the knowledge required to make their work more sustainable.The Library Presents is a vibrant and inclusive programme of arts activities taking place in towns...