News and Events
We’re always excited to share what we’re doing. We attend craft fairs, and run workshops as well as creating beautiful handmade books.
Goring Village Hall Artisan Market 15th March
This is a new Market to me so I’m really excited for this first one. Held in the Village Hall RG8 9AG from 10 am – 3pm
The village hall is close to the river with some beautiful walks and friendly cafes and pubs near by, why not make a day of it.
Hardbacked Notebook Workshop 29th March
Westridge Studios, Highclere, RG20 9QS 10.30am – 4.30pm £65
To book your place click on Workshops at the top of the page.
Silchester Village Market 4th April
We are back again at one of our favourite local markets. Held at Silchester Village Hall RG7 2ND 10am – 12.30pm Lots of great stalls, crafts, bakery, fishmonger, fruit and veg, preserves and sauces, beauty and home. Well worth a visit.
Silchester Village Market 2nd May
We are back again at one of our favourite local markets. Held at Silchester Village Hall RG7 2ND This month the market is held in conjunction with the village Fun Run. More details, timings etc to come. Lots of great stalls, crafts, bakery, fishmonger, fruit and veg, preserves and sauces, beauty and home. Well worth a visit.
Photo Album Workshop 9th May
A fun workshop making a clever No-Sew photo album. this workshop is held at the Base in Greenham and places can be booked via their website www.thebasegreenham.co.uk the workshop lasts 4 hours. If you can’t make this date don’t panic I am running it again later in the year.
Photo Album Workshop 4th July
Westridge Studios, Highclere, RG20 9QS 12.30am – 4.30pm £50
For more information and to book your place click on Workshops at the top of the page.
Coptic Journal Workshop 11th July
A fun workshop creating your very own Coptic sewn Journal. This workshop is held at the Base in Greenham RG19 6HN, and places can be booked via their website www.thebasegreenham.co.uk this is a full day workshop
Goring Village Hall Artisan Market 18th July
Second visit for me. Held in the Village Hall RG8 9AG from 10 am – 3pm
The village hall is close to the river with some beautiful walks and friendly cafes and pubs near by, why not make a day of it.
Silchester Village Market 5th September
We are back again at one of our favourite local markets. Held at Silchester Village Hall RG7 2ND This month the market is held in conjunction with the village Fete. More details, timings etc to come. Lots of great stalls, crafts, bakery, fishmonger, fruit and veg, preserves and sauces, beauty and home. Well worth a visit.
Goring Village Hall Artisan Market 20th September
Held in the Village Hall RG8 9AG from 10 am – 3pm
The village hall is close to the river with some beautiful walks and friendly cafes and pubs near by, why not make a day of it.
Secret Belgian Binding Workshop 3rd October
Westridge Studios, Highclere, RG20 9QS 10.30am – 4.30pm £65
For more information and to book your place click on Workshops at the top of the page.
Goring Village Hall Artisan Market 12th December
Fabulous Christmas Market. Held in the Village Hall RG8 9AG from 10 am – 3pm
The village hall is close to the river with some beautiful walks and friendly cafes and pubs near by, why not make a day of it.
Christmas Flutter Book Workshop 13th December
Westridge Studios, Highclere, RG20 9QS 10.30am – 12.30pm or 1.30pm – 3.30pm £25
I am running two sessions on the same day, simply choose Morning or Afternoon.
For more information and to book your place click on Workshops at the top of the page.
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Finding Your Voice as a Writer
Voice is what makes creative writing feel alive. It’s the quality that makes readers feel a human presence behind the words
Creative Writing: Feeling Stuck
Feeling stuck is one of the most common challenges in creative writing. Many writers believe they lack ideas, when in fact they’re waiting for ideas to arrive fully formed.
Why Creative Writing Matters (Even If You’re Not a Writer)
Creative writing is often misunderstood as something reserved for novelists, poets, or professionals. In reality, creative writing is a practical and powerful skill that benefits anyone willing to use language thoughtfully. Whether you journal, tell stories, or write reflections, you are already engaging in creative writing