Meet our Teachers
Alison Ashton
Teaches: Mosaic
Alison is the creator of Make Mosaic and runs beginners classes in mosaics and other craft techniques across the North West. She has a love of using reclaimed and broken china (as well as other found / unloved objects) to make bespoke pieces.
Vicky Whitby
Teaches: Mindful Macrame
As a trained mindfulness teacher, Vicky has always been interested in how crafting can support our mental health. During her workshops she takes a holistic approach. She offers a range of workshops across all ability levels, where you learn the knots and techniques required to make a beautiful piece of macrame in a positive and mindful way.
Chris Wilson
Teaches: Intro to Woodwork
Chris has been doing DIY since he was 16 years old and has worked professionally in carpentry and woodworking for over 25 years. He has a wealth of experience in TV set building and exhibition and installation building in museums. Chris teaches our beginner woodworking classes, whilst developing his own professional skills in upholstery and furniture making. Chris is also a portrait artist.