I work from my home studio in Market Overton 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 2026

As well as making and selling my art, I offer workshops on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. This is a lovely way to spend time with like-minded folk learning the techniques for making pique assiette mosaics - described by one recent participant as "... 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 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:

4-8 people: £75 per person

3 people: £80 per person

2 people: £90 per person

1-1 session: £100

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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. I will send more details on final confirmation & payment.

 

I am currently taking bookings for the below one-day workshops.​

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SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER

SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER

SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER

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Additionally, in the run-up to Christmas I am offering the below half-day workshops (10am-1pm) for making smaller festive items such as tree decorations and stocking fillers. The cost of these sessions is £45 per person.

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THURSDAY 17 DECEMBER

FRIDAY 18 DECEMBER

SATURDAY 19 DECEMBER

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Please email me at melt70@hotmail.co.uk if you would like to book onto any of the above dates.

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​CRAFT FAIRS 2026

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 this November/December (Weeks 3, 4 & 5 from 25 November to 13 December). Buy Mercatum Christmas Artisan Market Tickets online - Haddon Hall

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