Unlock your Potential - Summer Courses Now Open for Booking at Edinburgh Open Workshop. The sun is out, and Edinburgh Open Workshop is delighted to announce a range of new summer courses suitable for first-time makers and those looking to improve their skills. Courses include the week-long ‘Introduction to Furniture Design and Making’, ideal for anyone with a bit more time over the summer, and ‘Handmake a Garden Bench’ where you can build your own garden furniture to enjoy in the warmer weather. Also new this season is a ‘Furniture Upcycling’ workshop. Add a splash of colour to your interiors, and learn how to prep and paint a small vintage table, finishing it off with your own unique design. Led by a team of professional crafters and technicians, EOW also provides intensive welding workshops and a variety of woodworking courses throughout the summer. Sharpen your design and machine-use abilities and create your own furniture, from stools to multi-functional tables. “Our summer workshops are perfect for anyone looking to learn a new skill over the holidays” said Jessi James, Development Director of Edinburgh Open Workshop. “Join one of our classes and you can meet other makers, boost your confidence and walk away with a beautiful piece of furniture you made yourself.” Classes are held at EOW’s fully-equipped workshop in Leith and available on weekdays, evenings and weekends to fit any schedule. With professional tools and materials provided, everything you need to succeed is waiting for you. Courses can also be purchased using our Gift Vouchers so why not surprise someone with the gift of making this summer.

Edinburgh Open Workshop (EOW) is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Summer Makers Market. This vibrant event is a celebration of local creativity, craftsmanship, and community spirit, featuring over 20 talented makers and artists. With a unique mix of handmade goods including clothing, jewellery, illustrations, pottery, woodwork, glass art, and more, this year’s market promises to be a fun, family-friendly day out in the heart of Leith. Enjoy exploring the EOW workshop space or try your hand at using the laser cutter to personalise a custom made piece and take home your one-of-a-kind creation. Tasty street food and refreshments will be available throughout the day, served in EOW’s outdoor seating area. Visitors can relax, refuel, and soak up the atmosphere (and hopefully a bit of Scottish sunshine). Confirmed makers include: Aileymakes (clothing), Thundercliffe Press, Kasia Kozakiewicz Illustrations, Callum Russell, Heather Fletcher Designs, Säde Foley Art (prints & illustrations), Earlob, Anne Richardson Designs, BcCC Studio (jewellery), Bonnie Glow (candles), Wee Joys (textile hair accessories), Literary Escape Pack (literary gifts), Athena Creations (glass art & jewellery), Portland Street Pottery (pottery), Aln Funriture, Birbeck’s Woodwork, SML Hands (woodworking), Fresaichigo (recycled wool arts), Offcut Studios (textile arts).