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Indian Block Printing workshop: Design your own cushion cover at Bateman's

Be inspired by the home of Rudyard Kipling whilst you design and print your own cushion cover using the traditional technique of Indian wood block printing this summer.

  • Booking essential

Join textile print artist Sarita Prints Joy for a hands-on workshop exploring the beautiful and traditional art of Indian woodblock printing. Enjoy tea and coffee in the workshop and free entry to the house and gardens.

In this relaxed and creative session, you’ll learn the basics of woodblock printing while experimenting with pattern, colour, and composition. Sarita will guide you step by step on how to create clear, confident prints as you play with her extensive selection of hand-carved wood block stamps.

You’ll begin by practicing your designs on paper, exploring different colour combinations and layouts. Once you’ve found your favourite design, you’ll bring it to life by printing onto a tea towel — a unique, handmade piece to take home and treasure. We’ll be printing with a vibrant palette of fabric paints, making each print completely unique to you.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, you will be guided through every step and offered design inspiration, with all materials provided. Your ticket includes entry to Bateman's.

Friday 21 August

Workshops at 10am-12.30pm and 13.30pm-16.00pm.

£50 per person, includes tea and coffee. Booking essential.

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Prices

Event prices

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Per item£50.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for those ages 10+

Meeting point

Please meet at the front of the Oast House Shop.

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.

Accessibility

This event takes place inside the House. Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.

Other

Your ticket includes: Workshop inside Bateman’s house to include all materials and a tea-towel to take home. Tea and coffee. Entry to explore the property (last admission to the house is 4pm).

Contact info

Central Booking Office

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