Passionate Northampton fundraiser branches out to host crafters carousel workshop – think speed dating but with crafts
A passionate fundraiser in Northampton has branched out to host a new style of event called a crafters carousel workshop, which she has described as speed dating but with crafts.
Natalie Wood is known for organising charity events in memory of her late brother Sam Grove. These raise money and awareness for Northamptonshire Mind to support mental health and address the stigma around alcohol addiction.
Sam tragically passed away at the age of 30 in March 2023 and Natalie has organised multiple successful community events, including a winter shopping experience at The Elgar Centre and summer gatherings at The George Inn.
Natalie has now broadened her horizons to host events under the umbrella organisation of Natalie Wood Events, and the crafters carousel workshop is taking place from 10am until 1pm on October 18 at The Brampton Halt.
This will be a relaxed morning when attendees will get to try four different crafts with a brilliant group of makers. You will spend 30 minutes at each station before moving onto the next, and you do not need to consider yourself crafty to come along.
This is an introductory and experimental workshop, with a focus on simply having a go, trying something new and seeing what you enjoy.
The first station will be needle felting with Ali Edwards from Fuzzycrumbs, during which attendees will make a small pumpkin from 100 percent wool. The next is centred around essential oils and making your own roller ball with Sabrina Smart.
Kerry Mattock Tobin from Kerry’s Creative Therapeutic Workshops will help the crafters get hands on with clay, and Lizzie Foster from Hoglet House Crafts will be teaching the basics of paper quilling.
Because no morning of crafting is complete without refreshments, there will be cakes and drinks too. Tickets are £30 per person and include the four taster sessions, all the materials you need, your creations to take home, and the chance to try something outside of your comfort zone.
There will also be the opportunity to purchase some of the crafters’ kits to take away, so if you discover something you love, you can carry on creating at home. Spaces are limited so secure your ticket while they are still available.