Discover all upcoming workshops, talks and special events connected to our exhibition Paint! Pattern! Print!, celebrating the work of renowned textile designers Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This dedicated page brings together every event in one place – from hands‑on creative sessions with Sarah Campbell to curator insights and after‑hours experiences. Whether you’re a maker, student, pattern enthusiast or simply inspired by Sarah’s vibrant designs, you’ll find all the information you need to explore her world of colour, mark‑making and playful experimentation.
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Fabric Painting – Taster
Learn foundational fabric painting techniques in a relaxed, creative session.
This half‑day workshop introduces participants to the core skills of painting on fabric, guided by renowned designer Sarah Campbell. Through demonstrations and hands‑on practice, attendees explore simple techniques for colour mixing, brushwork, and developing motifs and repeat patterns. Each participant creates their own painted textile item – choosing from a tote bag, tea towel or make‑up pouch – while gaining practical tips for finishing and caring for their work. Welcoming and accessible, this session is ideal for beginners and anyone curious about textile design. More information >
Dates:
Friday 1 May 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 1 August 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 22 August 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
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This half‑day workshop introduces participants to the core skills of painting on fabric, guided by renowned designer Sarah Campbell. Through demonstrations and hands‑on practice, attendees explore simple techniques for colour mixing, brushwork, and developing motifs and repeat patterns. Each participant creates their own painted textile item – choosing from a tote bag, tea towel or make‑up pouch – while gaining practical tips for finishing and caring for their work. Welcoming and accessible, this session is ideal for beginners and anyone curious about textile design. More information >
Dates:
Friday 1 May 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 1 August 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
Saturday 22 August 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 16:30
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Fabric Painting – Introduction
Discover Sarah’s intuitive, expressive approach to painting directly onto cloth.
In this immersive workshop, Sarah guides participants through her signature freehand painting methods — embracing spontaneity, bold brushwork and confident colour choices. Attendees learn how painted marks can create texture, movement and emotional impact on fabric, experimenting with scale, brush techniques and composition. Ideal for beginners and seasoned makers alike, this workshop encourages playful exploration and the creation of unique, personal textile pieces. More information >
Dates:
Friday 22 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 10 July, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 7 August, 10:45 – 16:30
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In this immersive workshop, Sarah guides participants through her signature freehand painting methods — embracing spontaneity, bold brushwork and confident colour choices. Attendees learn how painted marks can create texture, movement and emotional impact on fabric, experimenting with scale, brush techniques and composition. Ideal for beginners and seasoned makers alike, this workshop encourages playful exploration and the creation of unique, personal textile pieces. More information >
Dates:
Friday 22 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 10 July, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 7 August, 10:45 – 16:30
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Fabric Painting – Stencils
Create bold designs using handmade stencil methods.
This session delves into the crisp, graphic possibilities of stencilled pattern. Participants design and cut their own stencils before exploring how placement, repetition and colour choices can dramatically alter a composition. Sarah demonstrates ways to reuse, rotate and layer stencil shapes to achieve rich, unexpected results. A rewarding workshop for anyone drawn to dynamic forms and structured pattern-making. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 21 April, 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Saturday 20 June 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Thursday 13 August 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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This session delves into the crisp, graphic possibilities of stencilled pattern. Participants design and cut their own stencils before exploring how placement, repetition and colour choices can dramatically alter a composition. Sarah demonstrates ways to reuse, rotate and layer stencil shapes to achieve rich, unexpected results. A rewarding workshop for anyone drawn to dynamic forms and structured pattern-making. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 21 April, 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Saturday 20 June 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Thursday 13 August 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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Fabric Painting – Printing
Learn how painted motifs can evolve into striking printed patterns.
Bringing together freehand painting and simple printing methods, this workshop explores how surface design can shift and transform. Participants begin by painting expressive marks and motifs, then experiment with printing techniques to expand, repeat or reconfigure those elements. Sarah shares advice on layout, scale, layering and rhythm, helping attendees understand how printed pattern develops from initial ideas through to finished designs. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 19 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Saturday 27 June 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 31 July 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 28 August 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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Bringing together freehand painting and simple printing methods, this workshop explores how surface design can shift and transform. Participants begin by painting expressive marks and motifs, then experiment with printing techniques to expand, repeat or reconfigure those elements. Sarah shares advice on layout, scale, layering and rhythm, helping attendees understand how printed pattern develops from initial ideas through to finished designs. More information >
Dates:
Tuesday 19 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Saturday 27 June 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 31 July 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 28 August 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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Simple Papercaft
Explore how cut paper shapes become tools for inventive pattern-making.
A favourite process within Sarah’s own practice, this workshop introduces the creative possibilities of working with paper as a pattern source. Participants cut, collage and layer shapes to build motifs, compositions and repeat ideas – discovering how simple forms can generate dynamic visual rhythms. This session is perfect for anyone curious about alternative approaches to design or who enjoys hands‑on, playful making. More information >
Dates:
Saturday 2 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 3 July 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Tuesday 1 September 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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A favourite process within Sarah’s own practice, this workshop introduces the creative possibilities of working with paper as a pattern source. Participants cut, collage and layer shapes to build motifs, compositions and repeat ideas – discovering how simple forms can generate dynamic visual rhythms. This session is perfect for anyone curious about alternative approaches to design or who enjoys hands‑on, playful making. More information >
Dates:
Saturday 2 May 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Friday 3 July 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
Tuesday 1 September 2026, 10:45 – 16:30
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Curator Talk
Gain behind-the-scenes insight into the making of the exhibition.
Led by the exhibition’s curator, this talk offers an in‑depth look at the themes, materials and concepts that underpin Paint! Pattern! Print! Attendees will learn how the Collier Campbell archive, artworks, textiles and design processes were brought together to form the exhibition narrative. More information >
Thursday 16 April 2026, 18:00 – 19:00
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Led by the exhibition’s curator, this talk offers an in‑depth look at the themes, materials and concepts that underpin Paint! Pattern! Print! Attendees will learn how the Collier Campbell archive, artworks, textiles and design processes were brought together to form the exhibition narrative. More information >
Thursday 16 April 2026, 18:00 – 19:00
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Sarah Campbell In Conversation
An engaging discussion exploring Sarah’s creative life and design career.
Join Sarah Campbell for a lively and insightful conversation about her work, influences and long‑standing adventures in textile design. This talk offers an opportunity to hear Sarah reflect on her creative philosophies, collaborations and the themes at the heart of Paint! Pattern! Print!, making it an inspiring session for makers, students and pattern enthusiasts alike. More information >
Thursday 14 May 2026, 18:00 – 19:00
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Join Sarah Campbell for a lively and insightful conversation about her work, influences and long‑standing adventures in textile design. This talk offers an opportunity to hear Sarah reflect on her creative philosophies, collaborations and the themes at the heart of Paint! Pattern! Print!, making it an inspiring session for makers, students and pattern enthusiasts alike. More information >
Thursday 14 May 2026, 18:00 – 19:00
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Museum Lates
A vibrant, social after‑hours exhibition experience.
A late-night opening inviting visitors to explore the exhibition in a different setting. Museum Lates offer a unique way to experience the show – perfect for design enthusiasts, students, makers or anyone looking to engage with the exhibition in an informal, atmospheric environment. More Information >
Date: Select Thursdays throughout the exhibition run (27 March – 13 September 2026)
Time: 18:00 – 20:00.
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A late-night opening inviting visitors to explore the exhibition in a different setting. Museum Lates offer a unique way to experience the show – perfect for design enthusiasts, students, makers or anyone looking to engage with the exhibition in an informal, atmospheric environment. More Information >
Date: Select Thursdays throughout the exhibition run (27 March – 13 September 2026)
Time: 18:00 – 20:00.
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Highlights Tours
Explore key works from the exhibition with our knowledgeable volunteers.
Join one of our trained museum volunteers for a relaxed, informal tour of the exhibition Paint! Pattern! Print!. These short highlight tours introduce visitors to standout pieces, core themes and the creative vision behind the work. Perfect for those looking for an engaging overview or a deeper understanding of selected designs, these tours offer an accessible and friendly way to experience the exhibition. More information >
Tours take place on selected Wednesdays and Thursdays at 15:00 and last around 45 minutes.
Dates:
Thursday 23 April
Wednesday 6 May
Thursday 7 May
Wednesday 3 June
Thursday 4 June
Thursday 11 June
Wednesday 17 June
Wednesday 24 June
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Join one of our trained museum volunteers for a relaxed, informal tour of the exhibition Paint! Pattern! Print!. These short highlight tours introduce visitors to standout pieces, core themes and the creative vision behind the work. Perfect for those looking for an engaging overview or a deeper understanding of selected designs, these tours offer an accessible and friendly way to experience the exhibition. More information >
Tours take place on selected Wednesdays and Thursdays at 15:00 and last around 45 minutes.
Dates:
Thursday 23 April
Wednesday 6 May
Thursday 7 May
Wednesday 3 June
Thursday 4 June
Thursday 11 June
Wednesday 17 June
Wednesday 24 June
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The Exhibition
Explore the creative partnership of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This exhibition celebrates the remarkable work of sisters Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, showcasing textiles, artwork, sketchbooks and design material from across their influential careers. Together, they shaped a bold, joyful approach to pattern and colour that transformed British textile design. Visitors can follow their shared creative journey, discover their collaborative processes, and explore how their ideas evolved into distinctive, iconic designs. More information >
27 March 2026 – 13 September 2026
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This exhibition celebrates the remarkable work of sisters Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, showcasing textiles, artwork, sketchbooks and design material from across their influential careers. Together, they shaped a bold, joyful approach to pattern and colour that transformed British textile design. Visitors can follow their shared creative journey, discover their collaborative processes, and explore how their ideas evolved into distinctive, iconic designs. More information >
27 March 2026 – 13 September 2026
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The Book
Discover the art and design legacy of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
This richly illustrated publication accompanies the exhibition and traces the creative story of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, highlighting their collaborative practice, design methods and enduring impact on textile design. Featuring artworks, textiles, archive material and personal reflections, the book offers deeper insight into the sisters’ shared and individual contributions – an inspiring keepsake for anyone who loves pattern, colour and craft.
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This richly illustrated publication accompanies the exhibition and traces the creative story of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell, highlighting their collaborative practice, design methods and enduring impact on textile design. Featuring artworks, textiles, archive material and personal reflections, the book offers deeper insight into the sisters’ shared and individual contributions – an inspiring keepsake for anyone who loves pattern, colour and craft.
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