We had a beautiful start to our 3 day creative workshop!
Day 1 was all about slowing down and connecting with nature.
The group enjoyed:
A walk to Maindee Gateway Garden and St Mary’s Garden
Plant recognition & mindful sketching
Flower and leaf printing onto fabric through a Japanese method, tataki-zomé
Decorating wood slices with floral prints
Refreshments – tea and cake!!
It was great to introduce the group to the pockets of nature and learning about the local Welsh flora and fauna. Having Kathy join us as the nature based expert with her wealth of knowledge to share with the group was insightful.
Aysha R provided a timely faith based reminder about embracing nature and nurturing wellbeing through Allahs creations, signs around us, from the Quran and sunnah.
A huge thank you to young volunteer Syd for bringing this project to life with the support of Grow Wild Kew Gardens
Next we will be translating our sketches at the embroidery workshops where we’ll be inspired by our nature findings!
At Saturday Kids Club, we got creative with bead work, gem art and modelling clay the children loved getting hands on and letting their imaginations shine! Our theme for the day was gratitude and the children spent time reflecting on what they’re thankful for through their art and discussions. We also had a faith based…
A creative and welcoming space for children to explore art, make crafts and enjoy time together! Saturday Maindee Library (79 Chepstow Rd, Maindee, Newport NP19 8BY) 2.15pm – 4pm, 19th July What’s On: Bead Making Gem Art Pieces Modelling Clay * Fun Arts & Crafts Activities * Bring Your Own Craft Projects – especially the…
A big thank you to everyone who joined us at our Floral Jewellery Workshop. It was a lovely session filled with creativity and hands on making. Feedback included: • this is great for my hand to eye coordination especially for my age • I love learning new crafts • I usually don’t do anything like…
A walk to Maindee Gateway Garden and St Mary’s Garden
Plant recognition & mindful sketching
Flower and leaf printing onto fabric through a Japanese method, tataki-zomé
Decorating wood slices with floral prints
Refreshments – tea and cake!!
It was great to introduce the group to the pockets of nature and learning about the local Welsh flora and fauna. Having Kathy join us as the nature based expert with her wealth of knowledge to share with the group was insightful.
Aysha R provided a timely faith based reminder about embracing nature and nurturing wellbeing through Allahs creations, signs around us, from the Quran and sunnah. 
A huge thank you to young volunteer Syd for bringing this project to life with the support of Grow Wild Kew Gardens
Next we will be translating our sketches at the embroidery workshops where we’ll be inspired by our nature findings! 
