Painting Dutch Blue Christmas Coasters

The Duke William in Haxey is hosting a painting workshop for Dutch blue Christmas coasters on Thursday 12 November, starting at 19:00. It's run by a Dutch woman who's made England her home and draws on her Delft blue heritage, blending it with British Christmas traditions. You'll be using specialist paints and simple techniques to make your own handmade coasters, with designs like pigs in blankets, gingerbread houses, Christmas cocktails or the Grinch, all in that classic Delft blue look. The best bit is that you get the effect without any glazing or firing, so you can take them home and use them straight away.

No experience is needed here. There are plenty of templates and guidance on hand, so you don't need to be an artist to come along and have a go. Your ticket covers two ceramic coasters plus all the specialist paints and materials you'll need for the session. If you find yourself in the flow and want more, extra coasters are available on the night for £5 each.

The workshop is at The Duke William, 27 Church Street, Haxey, DN9 2HY, and it kicks off at 19:00 on Thursday 12 November. Tickets are £30 per person, and since it's an evening session, the venue recommends booking a table with SupperClub for dinner beforehand. It's a good way to get a couple of handmade Christmas bits sorted early.