Join decorative artist Melissa White for a festive day of painting at Thyme.
Melissa White is a painter and surface pattern designer, whose practice is rooted in historical decoration, leaning towards the expressive tradition of folk art interiors. She specialises in translating heritage motifs into hand painted murals, wallpapers, fabrics and objects, using bespoke techniques to recreate the rich texture and patina of time.
Following on from summer’s Modern Muralists exhibition, Melissa shares her studio techniques for transforming solid 8cm wooden baubles into heirloom decorations for the home and tree.
Using fabulous Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, you will learn to build tactical, layered base coats, experiment with quick and expressive seasonal motifs, and finish your pieces with subtle distressing and clear wax for an aged patina.
The session will be relaxed, playful, and accessible to beginners and confident painters alike, with plenty of inspiration and guidance to spark ideas.
Participants will paint one or two finished wooden baubles, completed with signature Bertioli ribbon from Thyme ready for hanging.
Itinerary
10.00am: Welcome, introduction, and base-coating demonstration
10.30am: Morning tea, coffee & seasonal biscuits
11.00am: Motif painting, mark making & detailing
1.00pm: Lunch in the Ox Barn
2.00pm: Distressing, waxing & stringing with Bertioli ribbon
3.00pm - 4.00pm: Finishing and drying
Following on from summer’s Modern Muralists exhibition, Melissa shares her studio techniques for transforming solid 8cm wooden baubles into heirloom decorations for the home and tree.
Using fabulous Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, you will learn to build tactical, layered base coats, experiment with quick and expressive seasonal motifs, and finish your pieces with subtle distressing and clear wax for an aged patina.
The session will be relaxed, playful, and accessible to beginners and confident painters alike, with plenty of inspiration and guidance to spark ideas.
Participants will paint one or two finished wooden baubles, completed with signature Bertioli ribbon from Thyme ready for hanging.
Make the most of your creative experience with Melissa White. When you book both the Painted Box Workshop and the Painted Bauble Workshop, you'll receive a special package price of £250 for both workshops.
Make the most of your creative experience with Melissa White. When you book both the Painted Box Workshop and the Painted Bauble Workshop, you'll receive a special package price of £250 for both workshops.
Join decorative artist Melissa White for a pair of yuletide workshops, painting wooden boxes and wooden baubles, with chalk paints from Annie Sloan.
Painted Box Workshop, Wednesday 25 November 2026, 10:00 - 16:00
Festive Painted Baubles Workshop, Thursday 26 November 2026, 10:00 - 16:00
Capturing the creative spirit of The Bloomsbury Group, Melissa will guide participants through playful pattern-making and decorative paint techniques. Across the two days, guests will learn how to build textured layers and paint simple designs - from festive motifs to figurative elements if they choose.
Melissa White is a painter and surface pattern designer, whose practice is rooted in historical decoration, with a leaning towards the expressive tradition of folk art interiors. She specialises in translating heritage motifs into hand painted murals, wallpapers, fabrics and objects, using bespoke techniques to recreate the rich texture and patina of time.
Her work includes original commissions and commercial collections, alongside designs for brands such as Zoffany, Lewis & Wood and Kit Kemp. Throughout the Summer of 2026, she was one of three featured artists in the Modern Muralists exhibition here at Thyme.
All materials, boxes, baubles, refreshments and a seasonal lunch are included in the ticket price.
Please note: by purchasing this ticket, you receive a special package price of £250 for both workshops.
Cancellation Policy: Please note our happenings are non-refundable, however, if you are no longer able to attend, please let us know 72 hours prior to the event, and we can transfer your deposit to another schedule or to a voucher.
Cancellation Policy: Please note our happenings are non-refundable, however, if you are no longer able to attend, please let us know 72 hours prior to the event, and we can transfer your deposit to another schedule or to a voucher.