Discover the Joy of Lino Printmaking—No Experience Needed!
Date: Thursday 20th November 2025
Time: 10am–4pm
Location: Chester House Estate - Make This Christmas Creative at Chester House — Your Festive Lino Printing Day.
Are you looking for a joyful, hands-on way to get into the festive spirit? Want to craft something truly personal—whether as a gift or to cherish yourself?
This workshop is designed for you. Map
You’re the artist:
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to explore a new technique, I’ll guide you every step of the way to help you bring your creative ideas to life. You’ll start by exploring inspirational festive images and examples—including some of my own work—to spark your imagination and help you design something unique.
Time: 10am–4pm
Location: Chester House Estate - Make This Christmas Creative at Chester House — Your Festive Lino Printing Day.
Are you looking for a joyful, hands-on way to get into the festive spirit? Want to craft something truly personal—whether as a gift or to cherish yourself?
This workshop is designed for you. Map
You’re the artist:
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to explore a new technique, I’ll guide you every step of the way to help you bring your creative ideas to life. You’ll start by exploring inspirational festive images and examples—including some of my own work—to spark your imagination and help you design something unique.
Learn, create, and take pride in your work:
You’ll leave with a set of stunning prints or cards—perfect for gifting, sharing, or displaying with pride.
Enjoy a festive experience:
All materials are provided, including three printing presses, a variety of quality inks and papers, plus a delicious silver lunch with plenty of goodies, tea, and coffee.
Please bring your own apron to protect your clothes and add a bit of your own personality to the creative day!
- Master the basics: I’ll teach you all the essential lino printing skills, so you can confidently carve, ink, and print your own designs.
- Design with inspiration: You’ll sketch your ideas, using seasonal examples as a springboard for your creativity.
- Create your prints: Carve your lino block and print your first set of Christmas cards or festive art.
- Go further with jigsaw printing: For those who are ready, I’ll introduce the jigsaw method—perfect for experimenting with multi-coloured prints. Some may focus on beautiful single-colour designs, while others can try layering and colour mixing.
You’ll leave with a set of stunning prints or cards—perfect for gifting, sharing, or displaying with pride.
Enjoy a festive experience:
All materials are provided, including three printing presses, a variety of quality inks and papers, plus a delicious silver lunch with plenty of goodies, tea, and coffee.
Please bring your own apron to protect your clothes and add a bit of your own personality to the creative day!
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Small group, big support: With only 15 places, you’ll enjoy plenty of personal guidance and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere—so you can focus on creating something special.Schedule
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Only Fifteen Places Available!
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Jamie Poole, your guide for the day, pictured here surrounded by his lino prints and tools—just as you’ll be during the workshop. Jamie’s hands-on teaching style means you’ll get plenty of support, inspiration, and practical tips as you create your own beautiful prints. Whether you’re a beginner or have tried printmaking before, Jamie will help you discover the joys of lino printing in a friendly, relaxed setting.
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