Gilded Christmas - Make Your Own 23.5ct Gold Leaf Bauble

Discover the art of gilding in this hands-on workshop, using real 23.5-carat gold leaf, led by professional art conservators. Discover the art of gilding. Join Karina and Kathryn from Conservation into Craft for a festive, hands-on introduction to the heritage craft of gilding. As professional art conservators, we work with traditional materials and techniques to care for and preserve artworks. Through Conservation into Craft, we bring these skills beyond the conservation studio, sharing heritage crafts in creative, accessible workshops that anyone can enjoy. Using real 23.5-carat gold leaf, you’ll discover the beautiful process of applying gold to a surface and create your own unique festive decorations. Set in the private cocktail bar at the third floor of The Railway pub, this relaxed and creative evening is an opportunity to try something new, learn a traditional craft and enjoy a welcome glass of Prosecco as you settle in. What to expect An introduction to gilding: Discover the art of applying gold, from the materials and tools used to the different techniques involved. Karina and Kathryn will share their knowledge as professional art conservators, demonstrating both gold transfer leaf and traditional loose gold leaf, including the use of real 23.5-carat gold leaf. You’ll also learn about the preparatory layers used to help the gold adhere to a surface. Get hands-on: With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to apply gold transfer leaf to your own ceramic decorations. No previous experience is necessary! Create two unique decorations: Customise a ceramic bauble with a half-gilded, half-painted design, plus a mini ceramic star. Combine gilding with acrylic paints to create festive decorations that are entirely your own. Enjoy a creative evening out: Meet fellow craft lovers and explore a traditional heritage craft in the cosy surroundings of the pub’s private cocktail bar. What’s included? • A welcome glass of Prosecco • One ceramic bauble and one mini ceramic star to gild, decorate and take home • All materials and tools needed, including real 23.5-carat gold leaf • Expert guidance from two professional art conservators Limited to 20 spaces. No previous experience is needed. Please note: This is an 18+ event due to the inclusion of alcohol. If you’re under 18 and interested in attending, or would like an alcohol free option, please contact us before booking. We can’t wait to introduce you to the wonderful world of gilding! Instagram @conservationintocraft