Indian Block Printing workshop: Design your own cushion cover this Diwali
Be inspired by the home of Rudyard Kipling as you design and print your own cushion cover using traditional Indian wood block printing, celebrating the Festival of Lights at Bateman’s this Diwali.
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 cushion — 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.
Cushion inserts will be available to purchase separately if desired on the day.
Tuesday 3 November
Workshops at 10am-12.30pm and 13.30pm-16.00pm.
£55 per person, includes tea and coffee as well as the cushion cover. Booking essential.
Please note:
- Please meet at the front of the Oast House Shop.
- Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
- This event takes place inside the House. Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.
- Suitable for those ages 10+.
- Your ticket includes: Workshop inside Bateman’s house to include all materials and a cushion cover to take home. Cushion is not included, just the cover. Tea and coffee. Entry to explore the property (last admission to the house is 3pm).
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Be inspired by the home of Rudyard Kipling as you design and print your own cushion cover using traditional Indian wood block printing, celebrating the Festival of Lights at Bateman’s this Diwali.
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 cushion — 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.
Cushion inserts will be available to purchase separately if desired on the day.
Tuesday 3 November
Workshops at 10am-12.30pm and 13.30pm-16.00pm.
£55 per person, includes tea and coffee as well as the cushion cover. Booking essential.
Please note:
- Please meet at the front of the Oast House Shop.
- Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
- This event takes place inside the House. Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.
- Suitable for those ages 10+.
- Your ticket includes: Workshop inside Bateman’s house to include all materials and a cushion cover to take home. Cushion is not included, just the cover. Tea and coffee. Entry to explore the property (last admission to the house is 3pm).
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