Enjoy learning a new skill, hobby or language in our informal hands-on workshops!
Develop your skills, confidence and knowledge and try new things. We have a huge variety of opportunities for you to explore from Willow Sculpture to all aspects of Gardening, from designing and making your own jewellery to learning a new language. Our aim is to make your experience as relaxed and enjoyable as possible.
Whilst our website booking system is being upgraded, please use the booking / contact form to book courses or
give us a call on 01664 481997.
Silversmith Workshop £95
10.00am to 4.00pm
Calla Crafts and Obsidian Butterfly are proud to bring details of our forthcoming silversmithing classes. All classes are for all levels, including absolute beginner. Beginners usually start with a pendant. You will learn to saw, file, drill, texture, acid etch, solder with a blow torch and polish. More advanced students can learn stone setting and ring making.
Suitable for 16 years and older
For all classes you must wear closed in shoes (no open toe sandals etc), and you will need to remove long accessories such as scarves and pendants. Long hair will need to be tied back.
Full health and safety information and will be given on the day at the beginning of the course.
What’s included in the price?
All equipment and materials supplies.
Light lunch and refreshments.
Free Parking
Next Courses Available 2026 (Saturdays):
28th February | 23rd May | 5th July | 13th September | 13th December
Weaving Workshop £95
10.00am to 4.00pm
Ever dreamed of creating your very own handwoven fabric? If so, this workshop is for you!
Suitable for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. Each workshop is focused on a small group (max 6); allowing for individual support in a relaxed and creative environment.
So, if you are new to weaving, or looking to develop your skills by experimenting with colour, yarn and texture – come along and join the fun. Whether you already have a creative idea in mind, or are just happy to experiment; you will have an enjoyable time creating a truly unique piece of work alongside other like-minded people. You will be able to create a unique length of fabric suitable for a scarf, small cushion cover, place mat or piece of wall art – so everyone leaves with something special.
The workshop looms will be ‘pre-warped’, so after some initial instruction you will very quickly get on to the exciting bit of weaving your own fabric and playing around with different yarns and textures.
Christina Kalkun from naturallytextile.co.uk will be helping you create your individual textile pieces.
Handouts will be provided for techniques covered.
What’s included in the price?
All equipment and materials – if you have any left-over yarn that you would like to use then please bring it with you.
Tea, coffee and biscuits
Light lunch
Free Parking
Next Courses Available 2026:
Saturday 21st March | Saturday 25th April | Saturday 6th June | Saturday 19th September | Saturday 17th October | Saturday 21st November
Luxury Wreath Workshop £50
With Artist Kate Morrell
What better way to spend your afternoon than surrounded with fresh seasonal foliage, sweet scented oranges and the warmth and comfort of mulled wine and mince pies! In our heated Potting Shed create your own Luxury Christmas Wreath using fresh ingredients in abundance and a sprinkle of Christmas Cheer!
Your Wreath can hang on your door or take centre stage on your Christmas Table. Kate will demonstrate the skills you need and guide you as you create what will no doubt be a thing of utter beauty and indeed the talking point of your Christmas Decorations!
Mulled wine and mince pies will be served and all materials are included!
Next Courses Available 2026: To be Confirmed
Willow Sculpture £90
10:00am to 4:00pm
Workshop with Kate Morrell
Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience in Willow Sculpture, artist Kate Morrell will guide you in a relaxed informal setting.
Learn the techniques required to create your very own Willow Animal of your choosing.
Includes materials, a light lunch, teas and coffees.
Next Courses Available 2026: To be Confirmed
OUR WEBSITE IS BEING UPDATED
We are currently updating the website with a new booking system. In the meantime, if you wish to book a room, a course or enquire about venue hire, please either call us or use the online contact form. Thank you.
Tresillian House
Guest House & Garden
67 Dalby Road
Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire
LE13 0BQ
t: 01664 481997
