Come and join us at 'Creative Cafe' on the 3rd Saturday of the month for our textile focused 'Creative Cafe' workshops.
Spend a couple of hours immersed in, exploring different ways to create using textiles as your medium. No previous experience is needed as you will be guided though each technique. Good hand/eye co-ordination is needed.
Sat 18th October - Boro & Sashiko stitchwork- with Leonie Stephenson
Boro/Sashiko is a decorative approach to repairing clothing and highlighting imperfections in a creative, eye-catching way.
In this workshop you will explore Boro & Sashiko stitchwork and you will create a beautiful bookmark or keyring using Boro & Sashiko Stitching
All materials will be provided.
workshop time: 1-3pm
Suitable for age 14+ (all young people 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
The Cafe will be open 10.30am- 4pm for teas, coffees and home made cakes.
Please use the accessible entrance to the rear of the building.
Upcoming textiles workshops:
Sat 15th November - ‘Cross’ Stitch
use ‘cross’ stitch as an opportunity to protest about something you are cross about... or make a pretty thing! - with Ian Halawi
Crafting for well being
There are therapeutic benefits from crafting, including reducing stress & anxiety. When done socially the benefits are amplified. Sharing stories and knowledge, supporting each other and celebrating achievements, boosts confidence and self esteem, and creates a better sense of well being. There really is something special about creating alongside other people. When people come together to create, magic happens. Connections are made, and passions, interests and values are shared. A space is created where people can learn, be inspired, and gain fresh perspectives, from their work, and the world around them. They are also spaces we can unwind and recharge!
You may also like the following events from The Bureau - Centre for the Arts:
- This Thursday, 2nd October, 10:30 am, Creative Voices, Activist Voices: Sensory Stories of Creative Communities- Fun Palaces Exhibition in Blackburn
- This Thursday, 2nd October, 01:00 pm, Inspired by Art in Blackburn
- This Thursday, 2nd October, 05:00 pm, Youth Art Group 16-25 years in Blackburn
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Workshops in Blackburn.
