Making it on Rathlin: Crafting an Island Experience
Join us for a wool workshop with Belfast School of Art Researchers Alison Gault and Anna Duffy. Also included is a photography workshop with Johnny Mithell and a chance to visit the West Lighthouse, the Boathouse Museum, the Breakwater Studio and Rathlin Cooperative. The arts and crafts on Rathlin have long formed part of our traditional island culture, building upon the necessity of self-sufficiency, it makes the connection with our native flora and fauna found across the rugged landscape.
Supported by Future Island-Island, Rathlin Life Boat Project, Rathlin Craft Market, Belfast School of Art, Ulster University.
Island Threads – Crafting with Rathlin Wool
Branson Centre, Rathlin Island | August Craft Month
Date: 7th August
Join researchers Alison Gault and Anna Duffy for a hands-on workshop celebrating the natural beauty and heritage of Rathlin wool. In this relaxed and creative session, participants will learn how to craft a wrapped wool wall hanging using locally sourced wool that’s been naturally dyed.
Discover traditional techniques, explore the textures and colours of island wool, and take home a handcrafted piece inspired by Rathlin’s landscape.
Part of the Future Island-Island project, this workshop celebrates sustainability, transforming local Blackface wool into yarn and rope through a fully traceable, community-led process.
There will also be a photography presentation with Johnny Mitchell. Johnny is a wildlife photographer with a special love for capturing the raw beauty of Rathlin Island. Johnny will share his collection of images, telling us the untamed stories of the island he loves.
Please note that participants must book their own ferry ticket
Rathlin Ferry:
Location
Meet at The Manor House on Thursday, August 7th at 11:00 am. The 10:00 am ferry arrives at 10:40 am at Rathlin.
For more information, please contact:
Pamela Whitaker, p.whitaker@ulster.ac.uk
Tania McFaul Tania.McFaul@rspb.org.uk
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Event Address: Manor House, Rathlin Island, County Antrim
Suitable For: Adults 18+
Accessibility Information
Participants will park their cars in Ballycastle and then take the ferry to Rathlin Island. For questions regarding accessibility supports for interested participants please contact Tania McFaul and Rauri Morgan before booking. Rauri Morgan Rauri.Morgan@rspb.org.uk Tania McFaul Tania.McFaul@rspb.org.uk
Organiser: : Future Island-Island, Design Fellowship; Rathlin Life Raft Project, Rathlin Craft Market, Belfast School of Art
Event Email: : p.whitaker@ulster.ac.uk
Event Website: : https://rathlin360.com/making-it-on-rathlin/
All August Craft Month events are run independently by the event organisers. For questions regarding this event please contact the event organiser directly.