Today marked the final session of our Crochet & Create workshop series
Today marked the final session of our Crochet & Create workshop series, and what a journey it has been. Over the past weeks, the group have learned new skills, developed confidence in their craft and created beautiful handmade pieces from start to finish.
Naheda our community facilitator made some delicious school cake and custard to treat everyone for their hard work!
This series has provided a calm, welcoming space for creativity and conversation. Watching the group support one another, celebrate each other’s progress and enjoy the therapeutic nature of the workshops has been lovely.
Thank you to everyone who gave their time and enthusiasm to this series.
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