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Cambridge: Print & Make a Lampshade at the David Parr House

  • David Parr House 184/186 Gwydir Street Cambridge, England, CB1 United Kingdom (map)

Create a bespoke drum lampshade with block printing on fabric in this engaging workshop led by Lydia, a skilled fabric printer and maker from Suffolk.

In this workshop, you will:

Learn the art of block printing to personalise textiles.

Practise techniques on scrap fabric before printing a 30cm drum lampshade on cotton or linen.

Experiment with a variety of wooden blocks, linocut designs, and paint colours.

Take home a unique handmade lampshade and new creative skills.

Optional: Enjoy a walkthrough of David Parr House.

This workshop is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced printers.

All proceeds support David Parr House – thank you for contributing!