Events on the Isle of Skye
Bringing together local makers and like-minded creatives from Scotland and beyond is at the heart of our mission here at Òr. We're hosting in-person events and workshops at our stores on the Isle of Skye where you can learn new skills, chat to makers, and celebrate our milestones with us. We'd love to see you there!
Reading & Book Signing with Artist Phoebe Roze
Date: Thursday 18th June 2026
Time: 10am-12pm
Place: The Studio, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BT
Parents and children are welcome to attend our book reading & signing with artist Phoebe Roze
We're thrilled to invite you to our event with Edinburgh artist Phoebe Roze!
During the morning of Thursday 18th June, Phoebe will be in our studio to read her new children's book Our Islands. Afterwards, Phoebe will be available for questions and will provide signed copies to everyone who attends.
Parents and children are welcome to attend, but places are limited so please book in advance. One ticket is equal to 1 adult and 1 child. If more than one child is attending, then please let us know by emailing marketing@orshopskye.com.
Your ticket includes a signed book from Phoebe which you'll receive on the day.
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Celebrate 10 Years of Òr with Cocktails & Canapés
Date: Friday 26th June 2026
Time: 2pm-7pm
Place: The Studio, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BT
We're celebrating ten years of Òr with an open invite to our new studio for cocktails, canapés and a peek at our new collection.
We can't quite believe we're celebrating a decade of Òr! To celebrate the occasion, we'll be providing cocktails, mocktails and canapes in our brand-new studio space from 2pm on Friday 26th June.
This free event will include an exhibition of new, exclusive handmade pieces to our collection - watch this space! And a few extra surprises for those attending...
Please register your interest in our event by booking a free ticket.
Remote Workshop Landscape Collage with Artist Eve Tong
Date: Sunday 12th July 2026
Time: 7pm-9pm UK time
Place: Online Zoom Remote Workshop
Join our remote workshop online with artist Eve Tong.
We're thrilled to invite you to our afternoon of collaging on Sunday 12th July.
This remote online workshop will be led by Eve Tong, one of our wonderful Scottish artists here at Òr. Eve works from her studio in Edinburgh creating beautiful watercolour paintings of her hikes through the Highlands, all captured in miniature prints.
Eve will be leading this online painting and collaging workshop, and all the materials will be provided and sent to you in advance so you can create your very own art inspired by the landscapes of our Misty Isle.
There are limited places available, so please do sign up to reserve your space. We look forward to seeing you!
So we can send you a box of materials and the link to the workshop, please buy your ticket then email us with your name, address and phone number to marketing@orshopskye.com
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Needle-Felting with Scottish Artist Wee Norrag
Date: Saturday 25th July 2026
Time: 3pm-6pm
Place: The Studio, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BT
Learn the basics of needle felting to create your very own garden birds.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of needle felting with one of our wonderfully talented makers, Wee Norrag.
During this three-hour workshop you'll master the basics of needle felting, from shaping the initial form to adding the details which will bring your garden bird to life. By the end of the evening you'll have created your very own blue tit bird to take hime with you.
Suitable for complete beginners as well as more experiences crafters, and all materials are provided.
We'll also have a break for homemade bakes and drinks, and you'll receive a few surprise gifts curated by the team on the day, too.
We hope this workshop invites you to slow down and immerse yourself in the process.
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Make a Set of Skye Ceramic Bothies with Potter Catriona Archibald
Date: Saturday 29th August 2026
Time: 3pm-6pm
Place: The Studio, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BT
We're so excited to welcome you to our bothy making workshop with Skye local Catriona Archibald.
During this three-hour workshop, you'll have the chance to create a village of miniature bothies, hand-built and shaped with stoneware clay. You'll learn a series of decorative techniques to make each of your bothies unique, as well as have a choice of glaze colours for the roof.
All materials will be provided on the day, as well as homemade treats, drinks and a few little gifts curated by the Òr team.
Places are limited, so be sure to sign up in advance!
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Hand-paint a Plate with Ceramicist Catriona Archibald
Date: Sunday 30th August 2026
Time: 3pm-6pm
Place: The Studio, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BT
Join us for a slow Sunday afternoon of painting a beautiful floral plate with Skye local Catriona Archibald.
During this three-hour workshop, you'll use reference texts, illustrations and inspiration from Skye to hand-paint your plate using a choice of underglaze colours. The workshop will begin with drawing onto paper before translating your unique design onto your porcelain plate, all with Catriona's expert advice.
All materials will be provided on the day, as well as homemade treats, drinks and gifts curated by the Òr team. We can't wait to see you there!
