Saturday 04th October 2025
Location: R95 HY7X Unit 5 Castlecomer Estate Yard. Co. Kilkenny R95 HY7X R95 HY7X Ardra
🧪 What to ExpectWe’ll start with a short presentation on eco-design and sustainable materials:
Biodegradable materials: what they are and why they matter
The link between climate change and waste recycling
Then, we’ll move on to the practical part, where you will:✧ Create a biocomposite (based on eggshells or coffe)✧ Learn to work with bioplastic (create origami)✧ Gain essential skills you can apply at home
🎁 What’s Included
All materials and ingredients
Gloves
Drinks and light snacks
The chance to take home your biocomposite or sculpture
Video recording during the workshop
Please bring your own apron — just like for a cooking class.
👤 Who is this workshop for?✅ Suitable for all levels of physical ability✅ No age restrictions✅ Option to work sitting down✅ Venue is accessible for people with reduced mobility🚫 No contraindications (we use safe materials such as agar-agar, glycerin, and seaweed)
🧑🤝🧑 Group SizeThe workshop is limited to 20 participants, ensuring a friendly and comfortable learning environment.
💳 Payment & BookingTo book your place online, a non-refundable deposit of €50 is required.The remaining balance is payable on the day of the event.❗ Please note: deposits are non-refundable as they are used to purchase individual materials for participants.
👩🎨 About the OrganisersThe workshop is led by professional designers/ Art Silk Ball. Working with bioplastic and biocomposite is one of our creative areas, driven by the belief that sustainable design is essential today.
Organisers Website
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