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7 of the best workshops at Ideal Home Show

The Ideal Home Show returns to Olympia London from 17 March-2 April 2023. There’s so much to do at the award-winning event, whether you simply plan to shop for all things homes and gardens, visit the brand new Spring Clean Stage, explore the Good Homes roomsets, listen to talks by celebrities and experts like Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Martin Lewis, or take part in a workshop.

There are more than 50 workshops taking place at the Show, from the perennially popular wreath-making to wine tastings and macramé masterclasses, as well as the chance to build your own bird box. The Good Homes team picks out seven of the best…

1. Easter wreath-making

In this workshop, Katy Quorn demonstrates how to create a beautiful wreath using natural materials and Easter-themed objects to adorn your creation. This friendly workshop will teach you how to make your front door stand out and become a master of the latest Instagram trend, doorscaping.

Dates and times

  • Tuesday 21 March, 11am & 12.30pm
  • Thursday 23 March, 11am & 2pm

Cost: £30

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

2. Flower arranging with Freddie’s Flowers

Can you arrange the perfect vase of flowers? It’s easier than you think when you arrange along with Freddie Garland. Freddie is coming to the Ideal Home Show, to arrange along with you, live. He will be sharing his exclusive tips and tricks on arranging and flower care. You’ll have a beautiful arrangement to take home with you and a roster of floristry know-how.

Dates and times

  • Monday 20 March, 3.30pm
  • Monday 27 March, 2pm
  • Tuesday 28 March, 2pm
  • Thursday 30 March, 3.30pm
  • Friday 31 March, 11am
  • Sunday 2 April, 11am

Cost: £35

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

3. Macramé masterclass with The Home Genie

Macramé is the latest trend in the yarn world. Forget needles and hooks – you’ll just need to master a few key knots to start creating stunning macramé plant holder to brighten up your home or your look. Let Georgina Burnett, who has appeared on ITV’s This Morning, show you the way.

Dates and times

  • Monday 20 March, 2pm
  • Monday 27 March, 3.30pm
  • Tuesday 28 March, 3.30pm

Cost: £30

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

macrame workshop

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4. Cushion-making masterclass

Join expert upholsterer Manjeet Upple in this friendly workshop, where you’ll learn to make your own cushion cover. There will be an array of gorgeous fabrics to choose from, and sewing machines are provided.

Dates and times

  • Tuesday 21 March, 2pm
  • Wednesday 29 March, 11am

Cost: £50

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

5. Build a bird box

Build your own bird box with designer Max McMurdo and the & Live Lagom team from IKEA. Using a basic kit of tools and materials, you will learn the skills necessary to hand craft a wonderful home for feathered friends.

Dates and times

  • Friday 17 March, 11am
  • Sunday 19 March, 11am

Cost: £25

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

Build a bird box workshop

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6. IKEA Live Lagom wreath-making workshop

The IKEA Live Lagom programme provides inspiration for living sustainably without extra cost. This sustainable spring wreath-making workshop demonstrates how to use what we have, rather than buying more. Fifty per cent of the money from ticket sales for this workshop will be donated to the Ideal Home Show charity partner, Shelter.

Dates and times

  • Wednesday 22 March, 11am-12pm & 2pm-3pm
  • Friday 24 March, 12.30-1.30pm & 3.30pm-4.30pm
  • Saturday 25 March, 11am-12pm

Cost: £15

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

7. Explore chilled red wines with Rob Buckhaven

Join wine expert and drinks columnist Rob Buckhaven in this exciting workshop exploring chilled red wines –  ideal for a red wine summer! You’ll taste four of the best in this masterclass, setting you up perfectly for a summer of al fresco entertaining fit for any vinophile.

Dates and times

  • Friday 17 March, 3.30pm-4.30pm
  • Saturday 18 March, 12.30pm-1.30pm
  • Thursday 23 March, 3.30pm-4.30pm
  • Saturday 25 March, 3.30pm-4.30pm

Cost: £28

Book here: idealhome.seetickets.com/workshops

 

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The Ideal Home Show 2023 runs from Friday 17 March – Sunday 2 April. Find out more at idealhomeshow.co.uk or visit idealhome.seetickets.com to book.


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