Arts & Crafts Events

Whether you need clothes taken up, taken in, repaired, or
adjusted for a better fit, we’re here to help. From replacing zips and mending
seams to simple alterations, we’ll help you get more wear from the clothes you
already own.

Best of all, every alteration helps support your local
community. All alteration charges are donated directly to Coulter
Community Trust, helping to fund projects and activities in Coulter that benefit
everyone.

Give your clothes a new lease of life while supporting your community.

If you would like to learn to mend your own clothes or require
a use of a sewing machine or overlocker, come along and get some help.  There
is also an opportunity to learn to crochet.

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

Unfortunately our Bookbug session will not run on Friday the 4th of September 2026

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Join us at Coulter Library for a relaxed and friendly sewing session.  Leave with a finished item or a wonderful handmade gift!

Whether you’re an experienced sewer or a complete beginner keen to learn, everyone is welcome.

Sewing machines, an overlocker and an iron will be available to use, along with friendly guidance to help you through your project.

Adults £6

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

Whether you need clothes taken up, taken in, repaired, or adjusted for a better fit, we’re here to help. From replacing zips and mending seams to simple alterations, we’ll help you get more wear from the clothes you already own.

Best of all, every alteration helps support your local community. All alteration charges are donated directly to Coulter Community Trust, helping to fund projects and activities in Coulter that benefit everyone.

Give your clothes a new lease of life while supporting your community.

If you would like to learn to mend your own clothes or require a use of a sewing machine or overlocker, come along and get some help.  There is also an opportunity to learn to crochet.

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

A parent and child story-time and book based craft. Suitable for 18mths to 5 year olds. Pop along and join in the fun

Please contact Biggar Library on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk to book your space.

£2.25 per child or free with ACE membership. 

Please book to avoid disappointment.

Jolly Tots is on the 2nd Friday of each month.

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Join us at Coulter Library for a relaxed and friendly sewing session.  Leave with a finished item or a wonderful handmade gift!

Whether you’re an experienced sewer or a complete beginner keen to learn, everyone is welcome.

Sewing machines, an overlocker and an iron will be available to use, along with friendly guidance to help you through your project.

Children £3

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

(Please note: a parent/carer must be present for children’s classes and is welcome to join in)

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Whether you need clothes taken up, taken in, repaired, or adjusted for a better fit, we’re here to help. From replacing zips and mending seams to simple alterations, we’ll help you get more wear from the clothes you already own.

Best of all, every alteration helps support your local community. All alteration charges are donated directly to Coulter Community Trust, helping to fund projects and activities in Coulter that benefit everyone.

Give your clothes a new lease of life while supporting your community.

If you would like to learn to mend your own clothes or require a use of a sewing machine or overlocker, come along and get some help.  There is also an opportunity to learn to crochet.

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Join us at Coulter Library for a relaxed and friendly sewing session.  Leave with a finished item or a wonderful handmade gift!

Whether you’re an experienced sewer or a complete beginner keen to learn, everyone is welcome.

Sewing machines, an overlocker and an iron will be available to use, along with friendly guidance to help you through your project.

Adults £6

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Rebecca Knowles is an artist who enjoys exploring new ideas and encouraging others to express themselves creatively. Returning to the Biggar Little Festival Art Trail in a new venue, she will exhibit a selection of recently completed work while continuing to develop new pieces throughout the weekend.

Rebecca will be joined by Sam Knowles, who is part of her creative team. Together, they will host relaxed, free art activities for all ages, inviting visitors to drop in, get creative and enjoy the process of making art.

Free cake and refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend.

An exhibition by local artists Linda Joyce Latham and Evelyn McEwan 

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Rebecca Knowles is an artist who enjoys exploring new ideas and encouraging others to express themselves creatively. Returning to the Biggar Little Festival Art Trail in a new venue, she will exhibit a selection of recently completed work while continuing to develop new pieces throughout the weekend.

Rebecca will be joined by Sam Knowles, who is part of her creative team. Together, they will host relaxed, free art activities for all ages, inviting visitors to drop in, get creative and enjoy the process of making art.

Free cake and refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend.

We are delighted to offer this stained glass taster workshop again.

Choose colours and textures you like, have a go at glass and lead cutting. Assemble the pieces, solder the connections and take home a gorgeous mirror you can keep or give away as a gift.

For the event we kindly ask you to wear sensible shoes.

Please note: Participants are required to be standing during the workshop

Alternative dates can potentially be accommodated, please get in touch with biggarglassworks@gmail.com

Digital, Design & Construction – Minecraft & Lego Club

(Minecraft – bring own handheld device with Minecraft downloaded) 

P1 – P7 11:00am – 12:00noon (£2.00 / free with ACE membership). 

Contact Biggar Library to book your session on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Booking is essential

Create your own Ceramic Wall Sconce in this fun, hands-on workshop.

Participants will design and hand build a unique wall-mounted piece, exploring texture, pattern and form in clay.

With guidance, you’ll learn simple techniques to make a beautiful sconce to hang on your wall.

Perfect for beginners and those with some ceramic experience, this relaxed session encourages creativity and experimentation, your finished piece will bring warmth, colour and character to any space.

All materials are provided.

We are delighted to offer this stained glass taster workshop again.

Choose colours and textures you like, have a go at glass and lead cutting. Assemble the pieces, solder the connections and take home a gorgeous mirror you can keep or give away as a gift.

For the event we kindly ask you to wear sensible shoes.

Please note: Participants are required to be standing during the workshop

Alternative dates can potentially be accommodated, please get in touch with biggarglassworks@gmail.com

Step into a beautiful restored historic barn for an unforgettable night of Scottish heritage. Sip a dram, enjoy some nibbles, explore the striking original artwork, and journey through Scotland’s vibrant cultural history to the sound of live music.

Showcasing two newly graduated artists, Jenny Mowat and Emma Milligan.

See also: Art Trail Page 39

Ken Russell has been celebrating his 80th birthday year by painting a series of works inspired by the importance of tables in everyday life. His paintings explore the many roles tables play in our lives: places where people eat, drink, celebrate, discuss, work, bake and display treasured possessions.

Visitors can also enjoy Moira Russell’s Surprise Boxes and sample the couple’s famous vegan chocolate fudge.

Rebecca Knowles is an artist who enjoys exploring new ideas and encouraging others to express themselves creatively. Returning to the Biggar Little Festival Art Trail in a new venue, she will exhibit a selection of recently completed work while continuing to develop new pieces throughout the weekend.

Rebecca will be joined by Sam Knowles, who is part of her creative team. Together, they will host relaxed, free art activities for all ages, inviting visitors to drop in, get creative and enjoy the process of making art.

Free cake and refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend.

Newly graduated artists Jenny Mowat and Emma Milligan are presenting a short viewing of their work at Cormiston Farm on the first weekend of the festival preceded by Art After Dark, special light and music event on the evening of Saturday October 17th.

Fascinated by our deep cultural roots, Jenny’s work shines a light on the iconic Herring Girls and resilient fishing culture that shaped our coasts. Every piece is a one-of-a-kind tribute to the hardworking hands that built our heritage.

The essence of Emma’s work is rooted deep within the details. The colours, fibres, textures and stitches, offer a tactile exploration of the tangible and sensory journey she has created.

Moira Russell is full of surprises! This 80-year-young artist has created a delightful collection of surprise pop-open boxes, each with a choice of handmade treasures, including papier-mâché sweets, polymer clay cakes (complete with optional mini recipe books), paper butterflies, flowers, tags, and exquisite one-off framed works.

She will give mini demonstrations at 10.00am, 12 noon and 2.00pm on each day. As an added bonus, visitors can also enjoy paintings by her husband, Ken Russell, and sample their famous vegan chocolate fudge.

Quality locally made arts and crafts in the Biggar Municipal Hall.

Artisan Shade Company – Handmade lampshades and pyrography art

ArtyBits – ArtyBits Studio workshops and commissions

Betty Moonlight Candles – Vegan candles and pyrography woodwork

Bumblebee Designs – Tweed and tartan home accessories

Corra Sea Glass and Crafts – Handcrafted macrame and sea glass jewellery

Crochet Dogs by Elizabeth – Handmade crochet dog breeds items

Dainty Dora Surface Pattern Design – Illustrated prints and homeware gifts

Deezers Diamonds – Diamond hobby art pieces

Fabric Creations by Carol – Hand-knitted garments in natural fibres

Fifi la Bonk! – Original knitwear and accessories

Fiona Moffat Art & Jewellery – Sterling silver jewellery and artwork

Foley Stained Glass – Stained glass and copper pieces

Granny Ann’s Knitting – Handknitted baby and toddler items

I Prentice Art – Oil paintings and printed goods

Jane Gray Design – Textile design illustration studio

K&A 3dprints – 3d printed items and portraits

Luna y Sol – Macrame and copper botanical jewellery

Milton Makes – Handmade polymer clay jewellery

Niamh Illustration – Hand Illustrated prints, cards and books

Raineach Crafts – Laser-cut wood and crochet gifts

Rosehip Remedies – Rosehip natural remedy products

Sew Betty’s Daughter – Sewn bags, purses and accessories

The Vintage Girl – Sterling silver cutlery jewellery

The Wee Hairy Coos – Highland cow themed laser gifts

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Discover the beauty of nature through creativity in this hands- on flower casting workshop. Participants begin by pressing fresh flowers into soft clay to capture their intricate details, then create a lasting cast in plaster of Paris. Guided step by step, you’ll craft your own decorative piece, perfect as a keepsake, or thoughtful gift.

Suitable for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike, this relaxing session blends art and nature in a relaxed environment.

All materials are included, but feel free to bring some flowers and leaves for your project.

Join us at Coulter Library for a relaxed and friendly sewing session.  Leave with a finished item or a wonderful handmade gift!

Whether you’re an experienced sewer or a complete beginner keen to learn, everyone is welcome.

Sewing machines, an overlocker and an iron will be available to use, along with friendly guidance to help you through your project.

Children £3

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

(Please note: a parent/carer must be present for children’s classes and is welcome to join in)

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Moira Russell is full of surprises! This 80-year-young artist has created a delightful collection of surprise pop-open boxes, each with a choice of handmade treasures, including papier-mâché sweets, polymer clay cakes (complete with optional mini recipe books), paper butterflies, flowers, tags, and exquisite one-off framed works.

She will give mini demonstrations at 10.00am, 12 noon and 2.00pm on each day. As an added bonus, visitors can also enjoy paintings by her husband, Ken Russell, and sample their famous vegan chocolate fudge.

Ken Russell has been celebrating his 80th birthday year by painting a series of works inspired by the importance of tables in everyday life. His paintings explore the many roles tables play in our lives: places where people eat, drink, celebrate, discuss, work, bake and display treasured possessions.

Visitors can also enjoy Moira Russell’s Surprise Boxes and sample the couple’s famous vegan chocolate fudge.

Rebecca Knowles is an artist who enjoys exploring new ideas and encouraging others to express themselves creatively. Returning to the Biggar Little Festival Art Trail in a new venue, she will exhibit a selection of recently completed work while continuing to develop new pieces throughout the weekend.

Rebecca will be joined by Sam Knowles, who is part of her creative team. Together, they will host relaxed, free art activities for all ages, inviting visitors to drop in, get creative and enjoy the process of making art.

Free cake and refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend.

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

A painter, a printmaker, a sculptor, a photographer, a model maker and a glassmaker walk into a barn…

Cormiston Farm is proud to present a group exhibition of artists based in Scotland, working across a range of media and scales, united by a shared interest in the juxtaposition of natural and man-made forms. Opening reception Thursday October 22nd, 5pm – 9pm with refreshments.

Whether you need clothes taken up, taken in, repaired, or adjusted for a better fit, we’re here to help. From replacing zips and mending seams to simple alterations, we’ll help you get more wear from the clothes you already own.

Best of all, every alteration helps support your local community. All alteration charges are donated directly to Coulter Community Trust, helping to fund projects and activities in Coulter that benefit everyone.

Give your clothes a new lease of life while supporting your community.

If you would like to learn to mend your own clothes or require a use of a sewing machine or overlocker, come along and get some help.  There is also an opportunity to learn to crochet.

For more information, email us at info@coultercommunitytrust.org

Creating Connections is a vibrant exhibition by Linda and Evelyn celebrating creativity across a variety of media, including patchwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, flourishing gardens, rich colour, and the ever-changing landscape, their work reflects the powerful connections between nature, place, and creativity.

A series of organised mini-workshops will offer visitors the opportunity to explore their own creativity and create a meaningful connection of their own.

Clydesdale Collective is a group of artists and makers from across Clydesdale who do not have individual open studio facilities.

They have come together to support one another through this wonderful exhibition at the beautiful Langloch Farm on the outskirts of Lanark.

artist : Lorna Duncan, Ida Fionda, Janice Glover, Margaret Hamilton, Inga Helena Kallisa, Dorothy Moran, Allison Nardini & Wilma Shepherd

A painter, a printmaker, a sculptor, a photographer, a model maker and a glassmaker walk into a barn…

Cormiston Farm is proud to present a group exhibition of artists based in Scotland, working across a range of media and scales, united by a shared interest in the juxtaposition of natural and man-made forms. Opening reception Thursday October 22nd, 5pm – 9pm with refreshments.

First-ever photography exhibition at Walston – work by Biggar Men’s Shed. Hands at work, fixing, creating and restoring. From motorbikes to baskets, from clocks to candles for the trenches in Ukraine. Photo: Henry Kenyon.

Ken Russell has been celebrating his 80th birthday year by painting a series of works inspired by the importance of tables in everyday life. His paintings explore the many roles tables play in our lives: places where people eat, drink, celebrate, discuss, work, bake and display treasured possessions.

Visitors can also enjoy Moira Russell’s Surprise Boxes and sample the couple’s famous vegan chocolate fudge.

Rebecca Knowles is an artist who enjoys exploring new ideas and encouraging others to express themselves creatively. Returning to the Biggar Little Festival Art Trail in a new venue, she will exhibit a selection of recently completed work while continuing to develop new pieces throughout the weekend.

Rebecca will be joined by Sam Knowles, who is part of her creative team. Together, they will host relaxed, free art activities for all ages, inviting visitors to drop in, get creative and enjoy the process of making art.

Free cake and refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend.

The Dolphinton Art and Craft Group meets weekly to draw, paint, craft and chat. Visitors are invited to enjoy an exhibition of members’ work, featuring a wide variety of art, including paintings, ceramics, wood carving and jewellery.

Joining the Dolphinton Art and Craft Group will be members of Dolphinton SWI, who will present an exhibition of photographs celebrating a year of life in Dolphinton.