NOTTINGHAM WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Painted China and Tea: A Crafternoon of Plate Painting in Nottingham
Hand‑paint a ceramic plate or saucer under the guidance of Debbie Bryan’s team while enjoying tea and treats—this guide explains what to expect, where to meet, and the available food-and-craft packages.
Painted China and Tea: A Crafternoon of Plate Painting in Nottingham.
Unleash a measured kind of creativity: in a single, guided session you’ll hand‑paint a ceramic plate or saucer, working through surface pattern design and hand‑lettering while sipping tea and sampling treats. The Debbie Bryan team leads the process, producing a one‑of‑a‑kind decorative piece that’s intended as home art or a trinket dish.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Surface pattern and hand‑lettering
The session focuses on surface pattern design and hand‑lettering as you decorate a ceramic plate or saucer under instructor guidance, producing a decorative object suited to display in the home.
Tea, coffee and curated food packages
Multiple refreshment packages are offered—from a tea or coffee with a chocolate fudge brownie to full Afternoon Tea and savoury or sweet grazing platters—allowing you to combine crafting with a leisurely tasting experience.
A decorative keepsake with home‑setting guidance
Finished pieces are recommended for decoration only; the operator provides manufacturers’ instructions so you can set your paints at home if you choose to follow them.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The Crafternoon unfolds as a guided, table‑based studio session: participants paint a plate or saucer, explore pattern and lettering techniques, and pause for tea and treats according to the package chosen. The environment is centered on deliberate craft—calm, social, and focused on creating a decorative keepsake.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this Crafternoon—and who should check with the operator first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard bookings run 1.5 hours; bookings that include Afternoon Tea, Savoury or Sweet Grazing Platters are allocated 2.5 hours.
No specific participant gear requirements are listed in the session information; manufacturers’ instructions are provided for setting paints at home.
Meet on the 1st Floor at No 4–6 St Peter's Gate, Nottingham (NG1 2JG) at the scheduled start time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Plate Painting Crafternoon?
Standard sessions last 1.5 hours. Bookings that include Afternoon Tea, Savoury or Sweet Grazing Platters are allocated two and a half hours.
Where do I meet for the session?
Meet on the 1st Floor at No 4–6 St Peter's Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2JG.
What will I make during the Crafternoon?
You will hand‑paint a ceramic plate or saucer, working on surface pattern design and hand‑lettering to create a decorative piece.
Are food and drinks available?
Yes. Packages include options such as Tea or Coffee with a sweet treat, Cream Tea, Afternoon Tea, and savoury or sweet grazing platters—confirm the package when booking.
Can I use the painted plate for serving food?
Finished pieces are recommended for decoration only; the operator provides manufacturers’ instructions if you wish to set your paints at home.
Can I start with the food instead of the craft?
For bookings that include Afternoon Tea, Savoury or Sweet Grazing Platters, the session typically starts with the craft first, but you can request to start with food—please let the operator know in advance.