Ornamenting the Sacred: Pattern, Light, Form

Türkiye’s rich tradition of sacred ornamentation takes centre stage at London Craft Week, celebrating centuries-old techniques developed to embellish spaces of worship and devotion with meaning, craftsmanship, and beauty.

This programme focuses on the arts that shape and adorn the sacred, including stained glass (vitray), woodcarving, architectural ornament, and related decorative traditions, explored through hands-on workshops, engaging talks, and live demonstrations. Participants will encounter the material language of the sacred, from carved wood surfaces and patterned glass to ornamental motifs rooted in spiritual architecture and craftsmanship.

Wood Marquetry | Adam Williamson
May 16 @ 10:00 am - May 17 @ 5:00 pm

Weekend Wood Marquetry | Adam Williamson Join us for a special London Craft Week collaboration with Adam Williamson and spend…

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The Letter Waw | Ottoman Architectural Calligraphy | Gulnaz Mahboob
£50.00 May 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Letter Waw | Ottoman Architectural Calligraphy | Gulnaz Mahboob This workshop introduces participants to the visual and symbolic significance…

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Stained Glass Taster Workshop | Traditional Geometric Patterns | Demet Tokbay
£50.00 May 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Stained Glass Taster Workshop | Copper Foil / Tiffany Technique | Traditional Geometric Patterns | Demet Tokbay Join us at…

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İznik Ceramic Brooch | Floral or Geometric Design | Nagihan Seymour
£50.00 May 16 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

İznik Ceramic Brooch | Floral or Geometric Design | Nagihan Seymour In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore traditional İznik…

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Ottoman Tile Painting on Paper | Rumi & Şemse from Yeni Cami | Nagihan Seymour
£50.00 May 16 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ottoman Tile Painting on Paper | Rumi & Şemse from Yeni Cami | Nagihan Seymour Step into the world of…

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The Letter Waw | Ottoman Architectural Calligraphy | Gulnaz Mahboob
£50.00 May 17 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Letter Waw | Ottoman Architectural Calligraphy | Gulnaz Mahboob This workshop introduces participants to the visual and symbolic significance…

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Stained Glass Taster Workshop | Traditional Geometric Patterns | Demet Tokbay
£50.00 May 17 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Stained Glass Taster Workshop | Copper Foil / Tiffany Technique | Traditional Geometric Patterns | Demet Tokbay Join us at…

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İznik Ceramic Brooch | Floral or Geometric Design | Nagihan Seymour
£50.00 May 17 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

İznik Ceramic Brooch | Floral or Geometric Design | Nagihan Seymour In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore traditional İznik…

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