I currently work from my pop-up gallery at the Victoria Hall in Oakham, in the beautiful county of Rutland, England. My style of mosaic making is known as 'pique assiette' (which translates as 'stolen from plates') or 'memory ware'. It is the ultimate form of recycling for anyone who appreciates seeing vintage china reimagined as a piece of art - as well as being a perfect way to remember someone special.

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WORKSHOPS 2025-2026

As well as making and selling my art, I offer workshops at Victoria Hall on Fridays & Saturdays. This is a lovely way to spend time with like-minded folk - or, as one recent participant described it, "... a fabulous day... a real creative escape!".

 

I have an extensive collection of vintage china for participants to choose from, plus embellishments.

 

A craft workshop is a great social activity but it's also very mindful, for anyone in need of some creative therapy. The ideal group number is 5/6 people. The timings are usually 10am to 4pm. I offer various standard base templates for participants to work on (some of these are seasonal), as well as being open to creating new designs or supporting personal projects. I encourage people to bring their own china and other bits & pieces along (e.g. costume jewellery, shells, beads) to make their mosaic project more meaningful.

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One-day (10am-4pm) workshop cost:

4-6 people: £75 per person

3 people: £80 per person

2 people: £90 per person

1-1 session: £100

 

Half-day (10am-1.30pm) workshop cost:

£45 per person

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All tools and materials, plus refreshments & treats, are included in the cost of workshops. Participants should bring their own packed lunch. Parking is available in the town. I will send more details on final confirmation & payment.

 

I am currently taking bookings (email me at melt70@hotmail.co.uk) for the below workshops at the Victoria Hall, Oakham:​

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Festive Stocking Fillers - Half-day sessions in the run-up to Christmas 2025, making Pendants, Earrings and/or Tree Ornaments (10am-1.30pm, £45pp)

FRIDAY 12 DECEMBER

WEDNESDAY 17 DECEMBER

THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER

FRIDAY 19 DECEMBER

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New dates for 2026 - One-day workshops (10am-4pm, from £75pp - see prices above)

FRIDAY 6 FEBRUARY - fully booked

SATURDAY 28 FEBRUARY

FRIDAY 20 MARCH 

SATURDAY 25 APRIL

SATURDAY 6 JUNE

FRIDAY 3 JULY

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​CRAFT FAIRS 2025

I take part in selected artisan craft fairs as well as collaborating with various local artists' collectives.

I will be exhibiting at the fabulous ​Haddon Hall Christmas Mercatum in Derbyshire from 26-30 November and I shall be open for Oakham's Late Night Christmas Shopping in the Victoria Hall on Monday 15 December.

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