Craft Groups London

Drink & Do: Social Crafts Night | London 20s and 30s

**We don’t do boring Wednesdays - so on 29 July, we’ll be bringing some creative sparkle to your week, with our latest Drink & Do Night 🎨** Yep, we’ll once again be getting our creative juices flowing and heading to Knightsbridge for an evening of crafts and social drinks, exclusively for 20s and 30s. And with International Friendship Day on 30th July, our theme is **“Friendship & Connection”** \- a celebration of the people who matter most\, brought to life through art 👭 We’ll provide all the paints, brushes, and materials you need to create your own masterpiece - something inspired by what friendship means to you, or your connection to someone special. But that’s not all - you’ll also get to sculpt with air-dry clay, a super fun, fast-drying material that’s perfect for crafting friendship-themed ornaments, keepsakes or small handmade gifts 🎁 If you've not used it before, air-dry clay is great for trying out sculpting bowls, figurines, or ornaments and unlike normal clay - it doesn't require firing in a kiln and so you can take it home with you. And once the crafting is done and your creations are complete, we’ll clear the tables so you can unwind, grab another drink, and get to know your fellow artists. Best of all, whilst painting and crafts can cost over £40, **this whole evening of social painting is just £4.95 ❤️** So, if you're up for a creative midweek evening, join us this for this latest evening of art, fun and great company. **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **WHERE/WHEN** The Venue: Tattersalls Tavern, 1 Knightsbridge Grn, London SW1X 7QN ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/2rxcVxAuw8vHAqwE7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2rxcVxAuw8vHAqwE7)) Closest stations: Knightsbridge (5 mins walk), Hyde Park Corner (10 min walk) Start Time: 19:15 Pub Finish time: 21:30 **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **JOIN THE COMMUNITY** Set up in November 2021, the project was set up to help 20s and 30s meet, connect and hopefully build life-long friendships. To help make this happen, we also host all kinds of events from free social walks, games evenings, day trips, social events, activity nights to picnics. To learn more about our community or follow us on social media - please follow one of the links below. **Website - [https://friendship-project.co.uk](https://friendship-project.co.uk/)** **Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship](https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship)**

Summer Crafternoon🧶🎨☕️🍰

Crafting in the Old Diorama

'Tall' Clothes Alteration

* Sewing Workshop: Free: Clothes alterations for Tall People. Come and learn hand sewing techniques with Elizabeth Joseph at this special clothes alterations workshop. * Take down a trouser hem, adjust the sleeves on a shirt, cut down too-short trousers into shorts. All materials provided. Bring an item or watch a demonstration. * Mend holes - learn Visible Mending techniques * The workshop will run from 4pm until 9pm and take place at Camden Fixing Factory Find out more at: www.fixingfactory.org

🦄 Inspiring Women's Mosaic & Stained Glass Animal Workshop

Love to create and try new crafts? Keen to support small women's business and surround yourself with other inspiring women? Want to spend your Saturday more intentionally and creatively? Join us for a **crafty and creative** evening of making our own **Mosaic & Stained Glass Animal** at Vitrum Veritas, a woman-run business. Using ceramic tiles and stained glass, we can choose an existing animal template or design our own, to create a square piece of art to take home. As a Unicorn, we will get **15% off the full price!** *RSVP today. Limited spots available!* Once you've RSVP'd to secure your spot, I will contact you for payment options. Afterwards, if anyone fancies, we will go for dinner or drinks nearby. Check out & connect: [Vitrum Veritas Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vitrumveritas?igsh=MXdwNjN4OTNnaWc1cQ==)

Sip Chill and craft☺️

So~! Craft club - so come bring your own, or use up stuff we have prepared - coloring books, knitting needles, crochet hooks, origami (warning: savage level ;) No pressure to be good, or even know what you are doing - but if you are - that’s great, too It is a midweek thing so it is perfect opportunity to detach from work and mid week stresses. You can meet new people, hang out and relax. See you there~

Queer Crafts - Mindful Drawing

**Details**: Discover your ‘inner flow’ through ‘Mindful Drawing’ Experience creative techniques that combine inner focus and calmness with the freedom of drawing and mark making. It isn’t about creating the perfect artwork but about letting go and enjoying the process, letting your thoughts flow freely. Therefore this class embraces all, even if you have never picked up a pen or pencil to draw anything in your life! There is no right or wrong in **Mindful Drawing**, it’s all about finding your ‘*flow*’, helping focus your attention pleasurably on just one thing. Steve, a Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum member, designer and illustrator will gently guide you on a series of enjoyable techniques and exercises, giving you an opportunity for self expression, creativity and relaxation. Basic drawing materials and refreshments will be provided. Size of group is limited by location to 10 individuals. **Donations:** *Please consider donating £5 to the forum towards the cost of materials.*

Punch Needle Floral Cushion Cover Embroidery Workshop

Make your Sunday extra special by joining this relaxing punch needle workshop, where you'll create a beautiful floral cushion cover. Together, we'll stitch delicate blooming flowers that create a wonderfully soft and textured finish. The finished design adds a cheerful pop of colour to a neutral interior or pairs beautifully with bolder home décor. To make the experience even more indulgent, you'll be treated to a freshly brewed coffee or tea, a freshly baked pastry, and a glass of bubbly. To make sure everyone receives plenty of individual guidance, this workshop is limited to just six participants. By the end of the session, you'll have completed the embroidered front of your cushion cover, with the remaining fabric cut to size so you can easily sew it together at home. I'll provide clear step-by-step finishing instructions, and if you need any extra help afterwards, you'll also have one-to-one support from me via WhatsApp Business. This class is a lovely way to meet like-minded people who share a love of making, whether you come solo or bring a friend along – you'll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a few new creative friends too. Everything's included: yarn, fabric, punch needle tool, embroidery scissors, and a snap frame, along with practice materials so you can build confidence before starting your finished piece. What you'll get: A completed embroidered front of the cushion cover. Plus, you'll be given the backing fabric cut to size, needle and thread, alongside sewing instructions to turn your embroidery into a cushion.

Punch Needle Floral Cushion Cover Embroidery Workshop

Make your Sunday extra special by joining this relaxing punch needle workshop, where you'll create a beautiful floral cushion cover. Together, we'll stitch delicate blooming flowers that create a wonderfully soft and textured finish. The finished design adds a cheerful pop of colour to a neutral interior or pairs beautifully with bolder home décor. To make the experience even more indulgent, you'll be treated to a freshly brewed coffee or tea, a freshly baked pastry, and a glass of bubbly. To make sure everyone receives plenty of individual guidance, this workshop is limited to just six participants. By the end of the session, you'll have completed the embroidered front of your cushion cover, with the remaining fabric cut to size so you can easily sew it together at home. I'll provide clear step-by-step finishing instructions, and if you need any extra help afterwards, you'll also have one-to-one support from me via WhatsApp Business. This class is a lovely way to meet like-minded people who share a love of making, whether you come solo or bring a friend along – you'll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a few new creative friends too. Everything's included: yarn, fabric, punch needle tool, embroidery scissors, and a snap frame, along with practice materials so you can build confidence before starting your finished piece. What you'll get: A completed embroidered front of the cushion cover. Plus, you'll be given the backing fabric cut to size, needle and thread, alongside sewing instructions to turn your embroidery into a cushion.

Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop

Join me at a punch needle workshop where you'll learn a beautiful new craft over coffee, croissants, and a glass of bubbly on arrival. With just six participants per session, this one stays wonderfully intimate – I’ll give everyone plenty of individual guidance, so you'll leave with a real handle on the fundamentals and the confidence to keep creating at home. You'll work on a cherry tomato vine wall hanging, starting with practice materials to get the hang of the punch needle technique before moving on to your main piece. This is a lovely way to meet like-minded people who share a love of making, whether you come solo or bring a friend along – you’ll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a few new creative friends too. Everything's included: yarn, fabric, punch needle tool, embroidery scissors, and a hoop, along with practice materials so you can build confidence before starting your finished piece. See you at the workshop! -Maria

Bakes from TV / film / cartoons!

Please join us for our June bring & share. The theme for this month is anything featured in films / TV shows / cartoons. You could make an apple pie (When Harry Met Sally), Cannoli (The Godfather), pink glazed donuts (The Simpsons) or chocolate chip cookies (Cookie Monster, Sesame Street)… etc. Sweet or savoury bakes. Please see the group description for more details of how it works.

Monthly Dressmakers meeting