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Seasons in stitching: A slow stitch applique journey

Mon 22 Sep 2025, 7:00 pm - Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9:00 pm
Donna davies slow stiched journey applique sew
Monday 22 Sep - Monday 1 Dec, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Seasons in Stitches: A Slow Stitch Appliqué Journey invites you to explore the beauty of nature through mindful stitching. Over the course of a year, we’ll use the changing seasons as inspiration to create a stitch journal. Each session will focus on different seasonal prompts, such as vibrant spring florals, summer skies, autumnal leaves, and winter landscapes.

During this course you’ll be introduced to the gentle art of slow stitching and appliqué, focusing on creative expression, mindfulness, and working at your own pace. Each week, we’ll explore a different textile technique or prompt, allowing you to create a personal fabric journal that reflects your inner world and connection to nature. Through layering, texture, and stitching, you’ll build meaningful pieces that tell your unique creative story. This workshop encourages relaxation, creativity, and the joy of making something beautiful with your hands while embracing the art of mindful making. Suitable for all levels of crafters, it’s the perfect opportunity to slow down, unwind, and enjoy the process of creating a personal, stitched journey.

Event Information

Price: £154

Course Weeks: 10

Room: Cruse Studio

Campaign: Autumn Term 2025

Customer Information: Everything you need for the sessions will be provided, though you might like to bring your own sewing kit, favourite fabrics, or threads to make your stitch journal even more personal.

Your Tutor

Name: Donna Davies

Bio: Donna is a passionate creative and the driving force behind Make Your Own Happy. With over 20 years of teaching experience as a primary school, Donna has always cherished the power of creativity in both her professional and personal life. Recognising the profound impact that creative expression has on well-being, she uses crafting as a method of self-care and mindfulness. Donna’s workshops are a sanctuary for those looking to unwind, de-stress, and connect with others through creativity. By fostering a community centered on artistic expression, Donna continues to share her love of crafting, helping others discover the therapeutic benefits of creating with their own hands.

Department: Arts & Crafts

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Details

Start:
Mon 22 Sep 2025, 7:00 pm
End:
Mon 1 Dec 2025, 9:00 pm
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