Gelli Printing - an Exploratory Monoprinting Workshop

Learn how to mono print with gelli plates, experimenting with fresh flowers and beyond



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 4 to 10
  £40 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
Settle In

Settle In

Arrive in the space, grab a chair, pop in your tea and coffee order or a drink from the bar, and chat whilst everyone arrives. Get ready to be creative!


Demonstration

Demonstration

After some intros, you'll receive demos on how to use the gelli prints. We'll be using acrylic paint and fresh flowers to create quick-drying prints.


Your Turn to Print

Your Turn to Print

You'll be invited to start printing, with continued support. Experiment as much as you wish! We have collage supplies and papers to explore colour combinations and different approaches.


Choose Your Cards

Choose Your Cards

If you'd like to mount your prints onto greeting cards, we'll have blanks available and the guillotine to chop prints down to size, so you can stick them on in the class and create finished cards!


Discover the joy of playful printmaking at our Gelli Printing Workshop, a relaxed creative session where you’ll experiment with colour, texture, and layered mark-making to create your own unique artworks.
We’ll explore a range of gelli printing techniques, including printing with natural textures, painting directly onto the plate, and building abstract geometric patterns. You’ll create a beautiful stack of experimental prints as you go and then choose how to finish your favourites.
You can turn your final pieces into a set of six greeting cards or bind a mini concertina to document your creative journey, a lovely keepsake of your time in the studio.
With a variety of papers and acrylic paints to explore, you’ll have plenty of time to play, test ideas, and surprise yourself along the way.
All materials, tea and coffee are included, just bring your curiosity and a love for handmade things.
We also have a fully stocked bar with craft beers, cocktails, soft drinks and snacks, so you can sip, snack, and settle in. Any dietary preferences? Just let us know, we’ve got you.
Can’t make the listed time? We’re happy to help arrange an alternative slot, whether you’d like a private session or a new group workshop time for others to join too.
What you'll get
6 10x15cm greeting card blanks with envelopes, access to Gelli Plates, paints, and guidance through the printing process.
Tea/coffee/a drink from the bar
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Knowledge required
No skills required
What to bring
Themselves!
Add-ons available for this class
  • Bottle of Fizz (£33)
  • Gelli Plate, Roller + Acrylic Paints to Take Home (£35)
  • Gelli Plate to Take Home (£15)
  • Gelli Plate + Roller to Take Home (£21)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Location

Deptford Market Yard - 2 Carriage Way, London SE8 4NS

Next to Deptford Station, 1 stop from London Bridge, up on carriage way, above the Yard

Your teacher can also travel within 5 miles of Deptford, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Something Good Workshops
Something Good Workshops

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female Women-owned

Hi, we’re Emily and Jess, the creative minds behind Something Good Workshops!
Our journey began in 2019 when Emily launched Something Good Workshops (originally known as MADEptford) as a way to spread crafty joy and raise funds for running the London Marathon. What started as a one-time idea quickly grew into a passion for bringing people together through creativity. Since then, we’ve hosted a wide variety of workshops, from arm knitting to body casting, in all kinds of spaces - corporate offices, cosy pubs, pop-up shops, and even people’s homes.
After taking a short break, we’re back with fresh energy and an exciting new partnership. Jess has joined the team, and together, we’re on a mission to spark joy and empower people to explore their creativity in relaxing, welcoming spaces. We believe there’s something magical about slowing down, working with your hands, and leaving with something you’ve made yourself - whether it’s a chunky knit blanket, a personal shrine, or a collage bursting with personality.
What makes us unique? We’re all about creating an environment where people feel at ease, whether they’re a total beginner or a seasoned maker. Over the years, we’ve held workshops in so many different settings, and one thing always stands out: the joy people feel when they realize just how creative they can be.
We’re not just here to teach a craft - we’re here to help you unwind, have fun, and leave with a tangible reminder that you’re capable of making something good.
We can’t wait to meet you at a workshop soon!
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