Bill Bailey's Master Crafters

Bill Bailey's Master Crafters: The Next Generation

2024 · 4 episodes · 3h 0m in all

Bill Bailey hosts a programme in which junior craftspeople explore the history and importance of key disciplines, including blacksmithing.

Episodes

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   1. Blacksmithing

   26 Nov 2024 · 45 min

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

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   2. Stone Carvers

   3 Dec 2024 · 45 min

   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.

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   3. Mosaic Making

   10 Dec 2024 · 45 min

   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.

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   4. Letterpress Printing

   17 Dec 2024 · 45 min

   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.