Workshops

Our practical, hands-on workshops are held at our Leicester shop. They are informal, fun and inspiring.

Not only are we stockists, we are also official Annie Sloan trainers too. Jo (Pomponette founder & owner) runs the workshops; is Annie Sloan trained and has a teaching background. The shop is closed whilst workshops are in progress so that her time is totally dedicated to the small number of participants. We offer a selection of workshops that cover the Annie Sloan signature techniques along with various decorative techniques to complement your painted work.

•Essential Techniques • Decoupage • Gilding • Image Transfer • Stencilling •

“If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.”

- Vincent Van Gough

Essential Techniques 1

This popular workshop is a good introduction to Chalk Paint™ for total beginners and for those that have some experience but want to understand further the versatility of Chalk Paint™ and other Annie Sloan products to create different finishes.

Summary:
In this workshop we demonstrate how to use Chalk Paint™ with lots of practical exercises that cover each stage of all of the basic techniques. We concentrate on the versatility of Chalk Paint™ and how you can apply it in different ways to create various finishes and effects. We work on a sample board to explore and practise the signature Annie Sloan core techniques that you can then use at home in your own time when up-cycling and transforming your own furniture or accessories. In addition we ask you to bring in a small photo frame that you don’t mind practicing on and transforming. The workshop includes demonstrations, practical training, lots of guidance on techniques and is packed full of handy tips. At the end of the workshop you are able to take home your own sample board as a visual reminder of the techniques covered, along with your transformed frame.

Come and learn the possibilities . . . . . .

Length: 4.5 hours

Cost: £70
Maximum number of participants in group: 6

Group bookings welcome.

What is covered:

Working with Chalk Paint™: Chalk Paint™ to transform your furniture & your home

Basic working with colour
One colour textured (vintage/rustic finish)
One colour non-textured (modern/smooth finish)
Two colour ‘layered’ distressing
Crackle finish

Working with Annie Sloan Waxes:

Protection
Ageing
Finishing and aftercare

WE PROVIDE:

Chalk Paint™
Annie Sloan Soft Waxes
Annie Sloan Colour Cards & Fact Sheets
Brushes & other practical equipment
Photographs/ books & completed furniture as finished examples and stimulus
Refreshments

YOU NEED TO BRING:

Note pad & pen (optional)
Apron (optional)
A selection of rags
A hand-held hairdryer
A small photo frame (no bigger than A4)

Dates and Availability:

We currently have no workshops scheduled for 2017

ADVANCE BOOKING AND PAYMENT ALWAYS REQUIRED. PHONE OR POP INTO THE SHOP TO BOOK YOUR PLACE

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Jo Purtill (Owner & Director) is trained by Annie Sloan and is an official/approved Chalk Paint™ workshop facilitator. Pomponette is an official Chalk Paint™ stockist.

“Talent is good, practice is better, passion is best.”

- Frank Lloyd Wright

Essential Techniques 2

This next steps workshop is a good follow on for those that have already completed Essential Techniques 1.

Summary:

In this workshop we explore useful decorative techniques that are ideal for embellishing your painted pieces. We cover the basics of imitation loose & transfer leaf application, random stencilling and two varying methods of applying images to you work via explanation, demonstration and practical exercises that cover each stage of all four of these basic techniques. We work on a sample board to explore and practise gilding, stencilling, decoupage and image transfer so that you have the understanding to try them at home in your own time when up-cycling and transforming your own furniture or accessories.

Length: 4 hours

Cost: £70
Maximum number of participants in group: 6

Group bookings welcome.

What is covered:

Working with decoartaive mediums and application onto painted surfaces:

Immitation loose and transfer leaf
Random stencilling
Decoupage
Image transfer

Ageing and finishing with Annie Sloan products:

Application of decoupage glue/ varnish
Using Craqueleur (crackle glaze)
Waxing your designs

WE PROVIDE:

Chalk Paint™
Annie Sloan Soft Waxes
Decoupage glue/ varnish
Images for application (you are also welcome to bring your own)
Craqueleur
Brushes & other practical equipment
Photographs/ books & completed furniture/accessories as finished examples and stimulus
Refreshments

YOU NEED TO BRING:

Note pad & pen (optional)
Apron (optional)
A selection of rags

Dates and Availability:

We currently have no workshops scheduled for 2017

ADVANCE BOOKING AND PAYMENT ALWAYS REQUIRED. PHONE OR POP INTO THE SHOP TO BOOK YOUR PLACE.

• • •

Jo Purtill (Owner & Director) is trained by Annie Sloan and is an official/approved Chalk Paint™ workshop facilitator. Pomponette is an official Chalk Paint™ stockist.

“There is no excuse for doing anything which is not strikingly beautiful.”

- William Morris

Testimonials

“An excellent course, I have learnt loads and now feel able & confident to tackle the pieces I have waiting at home!!”

YW, Groby

“I had an amazing morning, learning some brand new painting techniques and can’t wait to get started.”

HW, Leicester Forest East

“Really enjoyed my workshop today – very informative – lovely cake, coffee & company – great teacher Jo! I now feel confident that I can do the projects for my home and finally get to makeover the pieces of furniture I have in my shed!”

JR, Earl Shilton

“Lots of useful/ practical info that I needed in order to progress with projects – have done painting already but needed more tips on improving.”

JD, Leicester

“A most enjoyable morning – very good teaching & advice. I feel so much more confident.”

GB, Groby

“Really informative – stopped me from using a lot of bad habits! Now I feel my work will look far more authentic & professional.”

LP, Lutterworth

“Really enjoyed the content and delivery of the course.”

SD, Queniborough

“Very informative. I now feel very confident to tackle everything!”

RP, Nailstone

“Really enjoyable learning. Morning has flown by, can’t wait to get practising now!”

JW, Sileby

“Love that there was a variety of colours to choose from in the practical side of the workshop.”

LF, Bushby

“I feel a lot more confident about waxing pieces now and I am no longer in fear of dark wax!!”

KH, Glenfield

“Fully enjoyable course and went home with a lot of knowledge and things to do at home.”

SB, Rothley

“Learnt loads & had loads of fun.”

AT, Thornton

“Lovely day and learnt lots! Can’t wait to get going.”

KP, Burbage

“Excellent delivery and is something that I am so glad I did.”

LS, Shepshed

“No question was too silly!”

KC, Loughborough

“A fantastic, fun workshop aimed at all levels of knowledge. A faultless, seamless day. Refreshments great. ”

BJ, Glen Parva

“I was very impressed with the knowledge I took away from the workshop and Jo answered all my questions.”

KH, Leicester

“Really engaging, enjoyable workshop. Really inspired – can’t wait to get started!”

LK, Quorn

“Jo is a brilliant teacher and a wealth of information. She is very approachable and answered our endless questions.”

EL, Birstall

“Very well explained & a nice number of people on the workshop. Can’t wait to have a go!”

JL, Leicester

“Very well presented/ great surroundings/ very good content. Very helpful. Would recommend.”

JS, Humberstone

“Having ‘dabbled’ with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ in the past, I found the workshop extremely useful. I now know how to use all of the products to their full potential. A thoroughly enjoyable & educational morning.”

CH, Scraptoft

“Super experience. Had no previous experience but everyone lovely. Everybody joined in and very sociable.”

TB, Great Brinkton, Northants

“Jo is a pleasure and made us all feel welcome. Her explanations were concise and easy to understand. I will recommend this course and the shop.”

VR, Barlestone

“It’s really useful to see examples around the shop – helps give me ideas.”

SL, Quorn

“Absolutely brilliant. Loved it.”

RH, Leicester

“Very informative in a relaxed environment. My house is going to be transformed!!”

JC, Leicester

“Our teacher was extremely informed on the subject and imparted this in a clear & helpful manner. Enthusiasm was contagious. Can’t wait to find that piece to transform.”

LJ, King’s Norton

“The day has been wonderful – learnt far more than I thought I would.”

JD, Leicester

“Very good. Will use for both business (stage design) and personal. Very versitile product and can see its many uses. Will look forward to experiementing!”

KB, Wigston

“I think it’s amazing the fantastic results that you can be achieved using the paint. I’m very inspired.”

KG, Syston

“Really helpful – great value for money. Jo is very generous with her knowledge.”

DH, Queniborough

“Loved it. Can’t believe how much we learnt & can’t wait to get painting!”

CB, Leicester

“The delivery was very professional and the activities were fun and taught me a lot!”

BG, Syston