Craft Tag: Dorset Buttons

DORSET BUTTON CHRISTMAS TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 14.30

Learn the art of Origami, folding either traditional origami papers, or upcycling wrapping paper into a decorative Christmas tree! Perfect for decorations around the home, or on your Christmas table.Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a fun Christmas tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

This workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities, but children under 12 years, but must be accompanied by an adult. No equipment required.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020. 

DORSET BUTTON AUTUMN TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 12.45

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful autumn tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

Suitable for ages 16+.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020. 

DORSET BUTTON WINTER TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.45

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful winter tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

Suitable for ages 16+.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020. 

TRADITIONAL DORSET BUTTON CARTWHEEL with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.45

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to create a beautiful traditional cartwheel Dorset button in stunning autumnal colours and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

Suitable for ages 16+.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020. 

DORSET BUTTON CHRISTMAS TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 10.15

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a fun Christmas tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft.  

Advisory Note:  

Suitable for ages 16+. 

Meet the Tutor 

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’ 

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.  

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world. 

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.  

DORSET BUTTON WINTER TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.15

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful winter tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft.    

Advisory Note:  

Suitable for ages 16+. 

Meet the Tutor 

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’ 

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.  

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world. 

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.  

DORSET BUTTON AUTUMN TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.15

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful autumn tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft.  

Advisory Note:  

Suitable for ages 16+. 

Meet the Tutor 

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’ 

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.  

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world. 

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.  

TRADITIONAL DORSET BUTTON CARTWHEEL with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.15

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to create a beautiful traditional cartwheel Dorset button in stunning autumnal colours and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft.  

Advisory Note:  

Suitable for ages 16+. 

Meet the Tutor 

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’ 

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.  

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world. 

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.  

DORSET BUTTON AUTUMN TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 11.45

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful autumn tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

Suitable for ages 16+.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020. 

WINTER TREE BROOCH with Gini’s Dorset Buttons – 15.00

Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to make the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create a beautiful winter tree and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft. 

Advisory Note:

Suitable for ages 16+.

Meet the Tutor

Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’

‘Gini’ has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.

Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.

Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.