Bill Bailey's Master Crafters

May 18, 2022

Sarah Goss asks the craftspeople to create a carving inspired by William Morris and the arts and crafts movement

May 25, 2022

Derek Hunt challenges the craftspeople to create a stained-glass panel to include a symbol

Jun 1, 2022

Rezia Wahid sets an intricate task asking our craftspeople to use different types of weaving in as they weave material of their choice

Jun 8, 2022

Striking whilst its hot is everything for the students this week as Blacksmithing is on the agenda, as Phil Carter the Blacksmith guides.

Jun 15, 2022

Zoe Wilson sets a task to create a stone carved leaf

Jun 22, 2022

Johanna Welsh’s task for the crafters is to create a pargeted panel of leaves and acorns

Jun 29, 2022

The crafters visit Dumfries House, home to The Prince’s Foundation, to seek inspiration for their showcase pieces.

Jul 13, 2023

In the first masterclass, the junior crafters come under the tutelage of stained-glass expert John Reyntiens, who has worked on Windsor Castle and the Elizabeth Tower

Jul 20, 2023

The junior crafters are taught how to carve in 3D with sculptor Clunie Fretton, and learn about wheelwrighting with expert Mike Rowland.

Jul 27, 2023

With the help of experts Ndidi Ekubia MBE and Thomas Lyte, the junior crafters are guided through a plethora of silversmithing techniques.

Aug 3, 2023

Nov 26, 2024

Juniors Bran, Brad and Georgia are joined by blacksmithing expert Ian Thackray, while Bill visits Shropshire's Ironbridge.

Dec 3, 2024

In tonight’s episode, the novice stone carvers face a challenging task as they work under the watchful eye of renowned master stone carver Simon Smith. The contestants are tasked with learning the art of stone carving, a skill that requires precision, patience, and a deep understanding of the craft. Simon, with his years of experience, will guide them through the complexities of chiseling and shaping stone into intricate designs.

Dec 10, 2024

Three junior mosaic enthusiasts take part in a workshop hosted by expert Paul Siggins, while Bill visits St Paul's Cathedral in London to see its distinct mosaics.

Dec 17, 2024

Nick Hands and Ellen Bills lead three novices through the art of letterpress printing, while Bill finds out about a feud that erupted between two leaders of the private letterpress world at the turn of the 20th century.