Making Connections
One-day Workshop

Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: Farley, near Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Think several types of rivets, micro nuts & bolts, tabs & prongs, links, split-pins, stitching and more. Learn a myriad of mechanical methods to connect less conventional materials together without the use of heat. This is a great one-day workshop which can help to progress your work in anodised aluminium.

You will learn a whole host of connection methods whilst examining samples and images, watching demonstrations, and undertaking practical exercises. This workshop aims to inspire and get you thinking about less conventional ways to join materials that cannot be exposed to heat.  You are invited to bring along your own materials (wood, plastics, fabric, coloured aluminium, paper, etc) and we will look at joining using decorative or in-conspicuous fixings to suit differing needs.

By the end of the workshop you will leave with detailed notes, a list of recommended suppliers, a good set of samples (a finished piece if desired) and the confidence to make more connections.

Farley is located approx 15 minutes from Salisbury City Centre. Please get in touch if you require any suggestions for accommodation or will require transport from the train station.

  • Think several types of rivets, micro nuts & bolts, tabs & prongs, links, split-pins, stitching and more. Learn a myriad of mechanical methods to connect less conventional materials together without the use of heat. This is a great one-day workshop which can help to progress your work in anodised aluminium.

    This workshop focuses on making and does not include colouring techniques.

  • £150

    Cost includes:

    • Capped numbers per workshop to ensure everyone receives the attention they need.

    • Materials for the workshop projects (you are welcome to bring your own in addition).

    • Tea, coffee, biscuits.

    • On-site parking.

  • Located in the small village of Farley, Wiltshire.

    5 miles / 15 mins drive from Salisbury. Full address and directions will be supplied on booking.

    By Rail -
    Salisbury railway station has direct connections to London and Bristol.
    Taxis available from the station.

    Situated in rural Wiltshire, we’ll be surrounded by nature and wildlife, with the beautiful and inspiring backdrop of the surrounding woodland.

  • Full details about The Wardenry and a list of other self-catering accommodation in and around Farley is available here.

    There is a village pub in Farley and small village shops and local pubs can be found in many of the surrounding villages. Nearest supermarkets and resturants are in Salisbury.

  • Please note that in the event of cancellation by the student, a refund cannot be offered within 8 weeks of the course start date. Cancellations prior to this will berearranged or fully refunded, less any admin fees.  

    In the unlikely event of the course being cancelled by the organiser, you will be offered a full refund. We cannot cover ancillary expenses such as travel and accommodation costs.

“Relaxed learning experience, always something new to learn as Lindsey continues to push boundaries and expand her own extensive knowledge, happily sharing it with her students.
Loved it! ”
— Dawn