Workshop

Fabric Painting Essentials with Sarah Campbell

3 December 2026
10:30-13:00 or 14:30-17:00
£65

Discover the joy of painting on fabric in this fun short taster session.

Half-Day Taster Workshop with Renowned Textile Designer Sarah Campbell

Experience the joy of painting on fabric in this inspiring hands-on taster session led by celebrated textile designer Sarah Campbell. Perfect for beginners and creative enthusiasts alike, this relaxed half-day session will introduce you to the essentials of fabric painting while encouraging your own unique style in a friendly studio environment.

Under Sarah’s expert guidance, you will explore quick simple techniques for creating beautiful patterns and motifs on cloth. Each participant will sample and begin to create a hand-painted textile piece. Choose to design and paint either a tote bag or make-up pouch – a practical item to keep or give as a lovely gift.

What’s included

  • All materials and paints

  • A sampler piece of calico

  • A choice of tote bag or make-up pouch to paint

  • Demonstrations and guidance from Sarah Campbell

  • Your hand-painted finished item or to complete at home

Who it’s for Beginners, craft lovers, and anyone curious about textile design. No previous experience is required – just bring your creativity.

Duration 2.5-hour half-day session

Leave with renewed creative confidence, and a beautiful hand-painted textile made by you!

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Fashion and Textile Museum

83 Bermondsey Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3XF
020 7407 8664

Opening times

Tuesday: 11am - 6pm
Wednesday: 11am – 6pm
Thursday: 11am – 6pm
Friday: 11am – 6pm
Saturday: 11am – 6pm
Last entry: 45 minutes before closing

Sunday & Monday: closed

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Fashion and Textile Museum, the UK’s only museum dedicated to showcasing contemporary fashion and textile design.

In place of a permanent display, the Museum hosts a diverse programme of temporary exhibitions, displaying a broad range of innovative fashion and textiles from designers and makers around the world.

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