Wild Slate Workshops

Contact name: Niki Rathmell

2
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3 months
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Hi, I'm Niki and I've been a creative person my entire life. While living all over the world, I've soaked up many cultures and experiences that have shaped my creative identity and honed my crafting skills. I love encouraging creativity and artistic pursuits in others and believe that we should all aim to embrace art and craft in all its forms. I particularly love working with natural materials especially stone and glass which has led me to slate, a material that my home is surrounded by and which underpins the landscape in my beautiful county of Pembrokeshire. From this elemental love of the landscapes and legends of West Wales, Wild Slate Workshops was born. Passing on my knowledge and skills to others is a joy and I am excited to be sharing them with you.

Courses, kits & gifts

silver award

GLOGUE

Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - half day inspired by coast, land and legend

3½ hours

Next date: 3rd May 2026

8 places left

£60.00

silver award

GLOGUE

Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

6 hours

Next date: 2nd May 2026

6 places left

(7)

£99.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

21 Dec 25'

Amanda Dane reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"What a fantastic workshop - we were provided with everything we needed, all laid out for us. Niki’s tuition is clear & encouraging. The materials provided were plentiful and varied so there was something for everyone. I thoroughly recommend this course, we came away from the day with two lovely boards each."

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Amanda. It's good to know that you found the materials and tuition to be so supportive of your day of crafting. It was lovely to have you in the group and to see how you carefully selected your pieces to build two beautiful mosaics. "

8 Dec 25'

Ruth Cory reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"I absolutely loved this course. The teaching was excellent, everything was explained so clearly, and Niki guided us through a completely new craft with confidence and warmth. There was a perfect balance between instruction and giving us the freedom to work at our own pace, which made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. Using locally sourced slate and natural materials from Pembrokeshire made the mosaics feel really special, and I came away with two pieces I’m genuinely proud of. I’d definitely recommend this workshop to anyone interested in trying something creative, whether you're a beginner or have some experience. A wonderful course in a beautiful setting."

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you Ruth for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure to have you in the group and your calm, considered approach was great to see. You really embraced the beauty of slate and produced two very pleasing mosaics. "

7 Dec 25'

Lola Morgan reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"A truly satisfying and rewarding workshop experience! Working with slate to create textured landscapes and patterns made me feel genuinely connected to Wales and its natural materials. The workshop had everything you could possibly need, and Niki’s guidance was brilliant—so thoughtful and well planned. I left feeling inspired and already wanting to do it again!"

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you Lola, it was genuinely a pleasure having you in the workshop and you developed your ideas with a real eye for texture and detail. It was great to see you progress through the day with thoughtful appreciation of the materials and growing regard for the craft. I'd love to have you back any time."

3 Dec 25'

Jessica Amy reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"Brilliant - I had the best time learning how to create beautiful mosaics with my mam. The venue and facilities were excellent. Niki was amazing! Her knowledge, thorough demonstrations and relaxed learning environment make this class enjoyable for all abilities. Such a unique day out. Thanks for having us! 🙂"

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"So wonderful to have you in the group Jess. Your focus and total immersion in the whole day was great to see along with your smiles. You clearly enjoyed the day so thank you for being there. Your owl mosaic blew us all away!"