Bring your personality to this sustainable creative mirror workshop. Over the course of 2 hours, you will upcycle a simple IKEA wooden mirror frame using paint and layered paper techniques. By decorating the mirror edges, you will transform it into a stunning, colourful statement piece for your wall.
Participants will choose an acrylic paint colour to form the base for their design. Start by painting the frame and set aside to dry. You will then design the concept for the mirror using a selection of decorative papers, magazine prints, floral images, text, geometric patterns or vintage maps as inspiration. Hand-cut, rip or stamp out shapes and patterns to match your vibe.
Plan the layout and dry-fit all the paper elements onto the painted frame. Using PVA glue, you can apply your design onto the frame, smoothing out any air bubbles. Once dry, apply a coat of clear sealant to protect the surface and add a professional sheen.
By blending intricate layered paper art with a simple reflective painted surface, you will create a sustainable dynamic piece of bespoke home decor.
We have received funding from the Co-Op to hold this creative workshop, and so it is free for participants (adults only).
This session will be held on Wednesday 20th May 10.30am-12.30pm. The session is free, as it's funded - but please do come along if you book a space, and spaces are limited. Click here to book Hot drinks and biscuits are provided.
The sessions will be held by Caroline Muirhead, a local artist.
Get in touch with any questions: susie@pauseandbreathe.co.uk
Meet your facilitator:
Caroline Muirhead is a professional mixed media artist and maker and knowledgeable arts educator with over 30 years experience of working creatively within communities. A keen environmentalist with a passion for sustainable design, Caroline is on a mission to redefine and reinvent found materials into quality finished art works and craft pieces. She has exhibited and sold her creative work in Central Scotland, London, Lisbon and Sydney.
In December 2024, Caroline launched Green at Heart Art Studio on the rural working farm in Stirlingshire where she lives. Made using recycled materials, this unique studio and exhibition space is a beautifully repurposed container and works around the ethos of creativity, nature connection and sustainability. Immersed in nature, the Green at Heart Studio is a place for women of all abilities and experience levels to embrace their creativity through the process of making and crafting using a zero waste approach.
Caroline is committed to offering accessible art and craft workshops that are the perfect mix of inspiration, practical making, relaxation and fun. She will expertly guide you through the creative process which will result in you going home with your own unique finished product.