Mosaic Workshops in Reading

Mosaic Art Studio is running a mosaic workshop at The Coley Park Community Centre on Saturday 31 October, starting at 14:00. It's a DIY session where you build your own table lamp from scratch, and the whole thing is designed so you can walk in with no prior experience and leave with a finished piece. You'll be working with hand-cut stained glass rather than painted glass, setting the pieces into zamak metalwork to create a functional, sustainable lamp that you take home.

The room is dressed in a Turkish-inspired atmosphere: you sip Turkish tea and taste rose delight while instrumental Turkish music plays, surrounded by Turkish decorations and the tools used to make Turkish coffee and tea. Expert instructors guide you step by step through the process, so it's as much about the experience as it is about the making. The format works for children aged 8 and over, adults, families, team-building events and private parties, so it's an easy one to bring a friend or a younger one along to.

Practical side: the lamps come wired with a UK plug and an energy-efficient LED bulb. There is one bit to do at home, though — the piece needs to dry for two days before you apply the provided ready-mix grout to finish it off. Registration is online only, with no walk-ins, so you'll need to book your spot in advance. The session is £59, which includes all materials and tutoring fees, and it runs from 14:00 at The Coley Park Community Centre, 140 Wensley Rd, Coley Park, Reading RG1 6DW.