CRAFT ACADEMY -TERRAZZO COLOUR HALF DAY WORKSHOP with Laura Pack, Dottie & Olive - Thursday 12th March 2026 - 9.30am
Thursday 12th March 2026 - Sunday 15th March 2026
NEC, Birmingham
Join Laura founder and artist from Dottie & Olive and learn the creative and addictive art of Terrazzo.
In this relaxed, friendly setting you’ll have fun creating either a beautiful tray or a pot to take home – no experience needed!
All tools, materials, and guidance provided – just bring along yourself and leave with a beautiful finished, handmade piece. Perfect for solo creatives or a fun activity with friends.
Under Laura’s guidance you will:
● Learn how to measure and mix Jesmonite, a sustainable, eco-friendly material.
● Mix and create your own custom terrazzo colour chips.
● Cast and sand to reveal the gorgeous terrazzo design.
● Leave with your own handmade finished piece.
Half-day Academy Masterclass tickets also include:
A complimentary entry ticket for you to visit the main shows on Thursday afternoon, plus all equipment, materials and consumables.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities 16+.
Meet the Tutor
Laura Pack
Laura Pack is the founder of Dottie and Olive and your tutor for the terrazzo workshops!
Laura is a designer-maker with a love for colour, texture, and hands-on creativity. Through Dottie and Olive, she specialises in crafting small-batch, handmade terrazzo pieces using eco-friendly Jesmonite – and loves sharing that process with others.
Her work was featured on Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas (2024), and she has hosted in-store pop-ups with John Lewis, as well as worked on large-scale commissions for luxury hotels, including the Montcalm in Mayfair.
Each workshop is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can learn something new, get creative, and leave with something beautiful that you made. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just looking for a creative reset, Laura will guide you step-by-step – no pressure, just play… come and have fun!
* Show times are subject to change. Please check the ICHF Events website for up to date timings.
Choose your tickets
Join Laura founder and artist from Dottie & Olive and learn the creative and addictive art of Terrazzo.
In this relaxed, friendly setting you’ll have fun creating either a beautiful tray or a pot to take home – no experience needed!
All tools, materials, and guidance provided – just bring along yourself and leave with a beautiful finished, handmade piece. Perfect for solo creatives or a fun activity with friends.
Under Laura’s guidance you will:
● Learn how to measure and mix Jesmonite, a sustainable, eco-friendly material.
● Mix and create your own custom terrazzo colour chips.
● Cast and sand to reveal the gorgeous terrazzo design.
● Leave with your own handmade finished piece.
Half-day Academy Masterclass tickets also include:
A complimentary entry ticket for you to visit the main shows on Thursday afternoon, plus all equipment, materials and consumables.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities 16+.
Meet the Tutor
Laura Pack
Laura Pack is the founder of Dottie and Olive and your tutor for the terrazzo workshops!
Laura is a designer-maker with a love for colour, texture, and hands-on creativity. Through Dottie and Olive, she specialises in crafting small-batch, handmade terrazzo pieces using eco-friendly Jesmonite – and loves sharing that process with others.
Her work was featured on Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas (2024), and she has hosted in-store pop-ups with John Lewis, as well as worked on large-scale commissions for luxury hotels, including the Montcalm in Mayfair.
Each workshop is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can learn something new, get creative, and leave with something beautiful that you made. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just looking for a creative reset, Laura will guide you step-by-step – no pressure, just play… come and have fun!