AN INTRODUCTION TO MARQUETRY with Mike Roberts, The Marquetry Society - Saturday 7th November 1.45pm
Thursday 5th November 2026 - Sunday 8th November 2026
NEC, Birmingham
2 ½ hour workshop – cost £33.00
Learn the skilled craft of Marquetry, which uses natural wood veneer to produce pictures and decorate boxes and items of furniture.
You will learn this traditional inlay technique by making two marquetry coasters using real wood veneer, whilst acquiring sufficient knowledge to allow you to move on and produce your own marquetry projects.
During this class, workshop attendees will also learn about the Marquetry Society and offered a discounted price, should they wish to join, including 2 free issues of the Societies magazine, a free marquetry kit to make a further 6 coasters and The Beginners Guide to Window Marquetry, DVD covering all aspects of creating a marquetry picture.
Advisory Note
The class is suitable for anyone over 13 years old who can grip a craft knife; children under 16, must always be accompanied by an adult.
Meet the Tutor
One of your tutors, Mike Roberts, has over 30 years’ experience of marquetry, and at the 2023 and 2025 International Marquetry Exhibition his marquetry pictures titled “A Christmas Carol” and “Arrival” were awarded the Rose Bowl for the best exhibit in show.
He has also been a judge at the International Marquetry Exhibition on three occasions
Your other tutor, Jean Robinson, is also a premier Marquetarian and has won many awards for her work.
* Show times are subject to change. Please check the ICHF Events website for up to date timings.
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£33.00
2 ½ hour workshop – cost £33.00
Learn the skilled craft of Marquetry, which uses natural wood veneer to produce pictures and decorate boxes and items of furniture.
You will learn this traditional inlay technique by making two marquetry coasters using real wood veneer, whilst acquiring sufficient knowledge to allow you to move on and produce your own marquetry projects.
During this class, workshop attendees will also learn about the Marquetry Society and offered a discounted price, should they wish to join, including 2 free issues of the Societies magazine, a free marquetry kit to make a further 6 coasters and The Beginners Guide to Window Marquetry, DVD covering all aspects of creating a marquetry picture.
Advisory Note
The class is suitable for anyone over 13 years old who can grip a craft knife; children under 16, must always be accompanied by an adult.
Meet the Tutor
One of your tutors, Mike Roberts, has over 30 years’ experience of marquetry, and at the 2023 and 2025 International Marquetry Exhibition his marquetry pictures titled “A Christmas Carol” and “Arrival” were awarded the Rose Bowl for the best exhibit in show.
He has also been a judge at the International Marquetry Exhibition on three occasions
Your other tutor, Jean Robinson, is also a premier Marquetarian and has won many awards for her work.