This time we got our hands messy with hand building with pottery clay shaping pieces inspired by the groups culture and memories. From nowkhas (river boats) and shapla phool (lotus, Bangladeshs national flower) to traditional household items, everyone brought a touch of heritage into their creations.
They’ll be taking care of the clay pieces as they dry and can’t wait to decorate them next time!
The group also reflected on being kind to yourself, looking after your heart and seeing yourself as a traveller in the world. A beautiful thought to carry forward with us.
Gupshup is currently at capacity so unfortunately, we will be closing registrations for the group. When there is space to accommodate more women, we will update you!
During this session, the group continued developing their individual pieces, building on the techniques introduced in Week 1. Skill levels are growing steadily, and many projects are now visibly taking shape. Everyone benefited from a supportive environment with opportunities for both group learning and one to one guidance with Naheda, our creative facilitator. This tailored…
We hosted a workshop where YMCO groups came together to design and paint silk flags thinking about the future of Maindee by adding their personal perspective to the designs. Those flags were then carried through the streets as part of the local parade at Maindee Festival, with some of the women who made them, joining…
Our no bake cheesecake workshop was a sweet success! We had a great morning making mini Biscoff and lemon cheesecakes and it was brilliant to see how much everyone got stuck in. Everyone left with plenty of treats to take home! We can’t wait to see how you adapt this recipe to create your own…
They’ll be taking care of the clay pieces as they dry and can’t wait to decorate them next time! 
The group also reflected on being kind to yourself, looking after your heart and seeing yourself as a traveller in the world. A beautiful thought to carry forward with us.
Gupshup is currently at capacity so unfortunately, we will be closing registrations for the group. When there is space to accommodate more women, we will update you!
