Taking place in November and December, the festive programme celebrates creativity in all its forms, from the written word and traditional printmaking to a rather more unconventional duck-shaped take on Christmas crafting!
Kicking off the series on Saturday 21st November, The Workbench are bringing their brand of exquisite jewellery making to Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell in a nod to the area’s rich history of jewellery makers and goldsmiths. This workshop will introduce guests to the art of wax casting, an age-old jewellery-making technique. With no previous experience required, participants will learn how to shape and carve jewellers' wax to create a completely individual ring, with all tools, materials and expert guidance provided. Once the carving is complete, the designs will be taken to The Workbench's London workshop, where skilled jewellers will cast, hand-finish and polish each creation in 100% recycled silver. The finished rings will be returned to their makers just before Christmas! Tickets include the two-hour workshop, tools and materials, expert tuition and a finished ring cast in 100% recycled silver.
For those who prefer to get hands-on with ink and paper, the hotel's festive programme also includes a Christmas lino printing workshop
lead by Erin Harrison on Saturday 5 December, 2-5pm, offering the chance to explore the art of printmaking and create something original to take home. A lovely alternative to shop-bought decorations and gifts, the workshop invites guests to discover their creative side while making something personal for the festive season.
Bringing a little sparkle to the programme, Saturday 12 December sees the arrival of Does It Disco? A Disco Duck-making Workshop. Led by Nico Ginestet, the disco genius behind Disco Heads, this four-hour creative session will see participants transform an ordinary duck into a dazzling, mirror-ball-inspired creation! With all tools and equipment provided, guests can expect plenty of glitter and retro glamour as they make their very own disco duck to take home. No crafting experience is needed, just a willingness to embrace your inner disco diva!
Set in the heart of Clerkenwell, Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell is perfectly placed for those looking to discover something different this Christmas. With its neighbourhood-inspired interiors, the hotel is home to Wilderness Kitchen, Sabini Bar and the historic Hat & Feathers pub, making it an inviting destination to combine a creative afternoon or evening with seasonal food and drinks, including their £5 Pints every pay day!
This Christmas enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle of festive shopping and create something truly unique and personal. Merry Crafting!
For further information and tickets please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hotel-indigo-london-clerkenwell-120767339915
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FESTIVE WORKSHOPS:
Saturday 21 November 2-4pm Christmas Ring Carving Workshop £175pp https://www.theworkbenchlondon.com/product/christmas-ring-carving-workshop/
Saturday 5 December 2-5pm Christmas Lino Printing Workshop £44.04pp https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christmas-lino-print-card-workshop-tickets-2004311981090?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Saturday 12 December, 1.30pm–5.30pm: Does It Disco? with Nico from Disco Heads. Tickets from £71.13. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/does-it-disco-a-disco-duck-making-workshop-tickets-2003814902314?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
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About Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell
Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell is a 168-room boutique hotel in the heart of Clerkenwell, one of London’s most creative and characterful neighbourhoods. The hotel draws inspiration from the area’s rich history, with its design and guest experiences reflecting local stories, characters and craftsmanship. Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell is located at 2 Clerkenwell Road, London EC1M 5PQ, just a short walk from Farringdon Station in one direction and Old Street in the other.
The hotel features Sabini Bar, the Grade II listed Hat & Feathers pub, Wilderness Kitchen and a newly launched dedicated fitness studio.
The hotel’s latest development sees the addition of 25 new guestrooms, completing its 168-room collection. The new rooms include accommodation overlooking the hotel’s garden courtyard, a fully soundproofed and windowless room designed for an especially peaceful night’s sleep, and three fully accessible interconnecting rooms suitable for families and wheelchair users.
Indigo is IHG Hotels & Resorts’ boutique and luxury lifestyle brand, with hotels inspired by the unique stories, culture and character of their individual neighbourhoods. Each Hotel Indigo is designed to reflect its local surroundings, offering guests a distinctly neighbourhood-led experience and inviting guests to experience London like a local.
