Wednesday 1 July 2026 • St John’s Walton, S42 7LT
Cost: £50
A Creative Slow Stitch Workshop
Hand Stitched Rainbow Bobbin Reel
Come and create a slow stitch rainbow reel using fabric, haberdashery, embellishments and embroidery.
Inspired by colour, you will be guided on how to use a range of fabrics and stitches to create your own unique fabric reel design.
You will use ink pads to colour the background fabric first, then add snippets of fabric, net, lace, ribbon, before adding hand stitch and embellishments of buttons, sequins, etc.. You can either go with the rainbow theme, choose your own colour scheme or choose a theme of your own as inspiration.
Full guidance will be given in a supportive learning environment.
Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/harlequinarts/1818357
31 July- 2 August 2026 • Foxhill Retreat House, Frodsham, WA6 6XB
Cost: £305 per person
Frequently we overlook the small things of life, yet Scripture is full of small wonders: instances where God uses people or things that seem insignificant to achieve mighty things to further his kingdom. Come and creatively explore how the oft overlooked has the potential to help us see God’s bigger picture.
Through quiet led biblical reflections, we will look at how small things can, through God’s grace, become great through the act of giving and receiving, creatively considering all that God may be calling us to in our own lives.
The emphasis will be on allowing the power of God’s gift of creativity to draw us closer to Himself, rather than on a polished finished product.
Book here: https://www.foxhillchester.co.uk/event-details/faithful-in-small-things
9 September • St. Cuthbert’s Centre, Lindisfarne, TD15 2RX
Cost: £35 per person
Discover the Art of Wet Felting
Learn to use dyed merino wool fibres to design a contemporary landscape, floral scene or abstract picture.
Unleash your creativity with this hands-on beginner’s wet felting course. Learn the basics of this traditional craft as you transform wool fibres into beautiful, unique creations using soap, water, friction, and your own imagination.
Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/harlequinarts/2061007
Thursday 5 March • The Old House Pub, Newbold, Chesterfield, S40 4RN
Cost: £20
Need a mindful moment or a creative natter?
Join our monthly social hand sewing group with easy new makes and all materials provided. Just come for one session and give us a try…Perfect for beginners, we offer creative supportive space to learn together.
From beginners to experts, join us for crafting and conversation, learn new skills or revisit old ones and meet new people in an informal environment.
March: Hand Embroidered Affirmation Hoops
Choose your own favourite inspiring words to create a contemporary hand embroidered affirmation hoop to hang on your wall or gift to a friend. Learn different embroidery stitches & add your own choice of buttons, beads and sequins to finish. All materials, & tuition provided. £20 pp. Time: 10.30am-12.30
Other Details:
Hot drinks and snacks or food available to buy from the bar. Free parking
Thursday 19 February 2026 • St John’s Walton, S42 7LT
Cost: £50
Spring into Stitch: A Creative Slow Stitch Workshop
Join me for a creative day to stitch a spring flower inspired fabric collage. You’ll learn how to create coloured background fabrics using dye paint and ink pads and then incorporate them into your own hand stitched design, using the background to stitch your spring flower design onto.
Explore textures, shapes and colours drawn from nature as you experiment with a variety of fabrics, threads and embellishments. You’ll have access to images and ideas to help you, but you are also very welcome to bring your own ideas if you wish. You could opt for either a natural, realistic or stylised design, or go rogue and use the materials provided in any way you like! All tuition and materials provided, in a supportive learning environment. Perfect for both beginners and experienced makers
Thursday 5 February • The Old House Pub, Newbold, Chesterfield, S40 4RN
Cost: £25
Hand Stitched Fabric Hearts
Choose your own fabric to create a contemporary pieced fabric heart. Learn how to use different embroidery stitches to decorate & add your own choice of buttons, beads and sequins to finish.
All materials, tuition & support provided.
Refreshments can be bought at the bar.
Cost: £35
Friday 5th December • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Harlequin Arts Studio, S40 3SN
Cost: £50
This will be a prayerful & reflective Christian creative Quiet Day in my home garden studio and will be limited to ONLY 5 people due to size of studio.
Take time out to be still and spend time with God this Advent, on a creative quiet day.
Saturday 1st November • 10am-2.30pm • St John’s, Walton, Chesterfield, S42 7LT
Cost: £48
10th-12th October 2024 • Quiet Waters Retreat House, Flixton Rd, Bungay NR35 1PD
Cost: The total inclusive cost is £325 – full board, led reflections, support & guidance to create your own stitched prayers with all materials provided.
Over the weekend, we will explore what it means to be treasured by God through quiet led Biblical reflections, responding prayerfully through hand stitched journalling, allowing colours, threads & textures to speak as we ponder what God may be saying to us. There will be supportive space to be creative, listen, reflect, and receive from God. The emphasis will be on allowing the power of God’s gift of creativity to draw us closer to Himself, rather than on a polished end product.
Saturday 27th September • 10am-2.30pm • St. Thomas’ Centre, Chatsworth Rd, Chesterfield, S40 3AW
Cost: £40
a creative space to listen, reflect, stitch, pray and draw closer to God
1st-3rd August • Foxhill Retreat House, Tarvin Road, Frodsham, WA6 6XB
Cost: £285 per person
Using the story of Bartimeaus, alongside creative, quiet led Biblical reflections we will explore ways in which we come to God, and how meeting with Jesus has the potential to transform lives.
Participants will be supported to respond prayerfully through individual hand stitched journalling, allowing colours, threads & textures to speak as we ponder what God may be saying to us. There will be supportive space to be creative, listen, reflect, and receive from God. The emphasis will be on allowing the power of God’s gift of creativity to draw us closer to Himself, rather than on a polished finished product.
All materials will be provided, but if you have your own sewing kit or threads that you prefer to use, then please do bring them with you.
Thursday 10th April • 10.30am • Hygge Emporium, Clay Cross, S45 9EF
Cost: £40 per person, all materials & tuition included
Learn to use dyed merino wool fibres to design a contemporary landscape, floral scene or abstract picture.
Unleash your creativity with this hands-on beginner’s wet felting course. Learn the basics of this traditional craft as you transform wool fibres into beautiful, unique creations using soap, water, friction, and your own imagination. Perfect for those new to felting and those with a little experience, this workshop will guide you step by step to create colourful 2D pieces.
No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy a fun introduction to the world of wet felting.
Thursday 6th March 2025 • 10:30am – 3:30 pm • The Derbyshire Makers, Peak Village Shopping Centre Chatsworth Rd, Rowsley, Matlock DE4 2JE
Cost: £50 per person, all materials & tuition included
Wednesday 22nd January 2025 • 10am-1pm •The Walled Garden Workshop, S40 3AD
Cost: £45 per person, including all materials, tuition, and refreshments throughout the morning
Wednesday 5th February 2025 • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm • Thornbridge Hall, Bakewell, England, DE45 1NZ
Cost: £38 per person, all materials & tuition included
This workshop is suitable for: beginners and those with some experience of textiles.
Thursday 5th December 2024 • Libby’s Walled Garden, Chesterfield
Cost: £75 per person, all materials & tuition included, as well as a light lunch & refreshments throughout the day
Wednesday 9th October• 10am-1pm
Hygge Emporium, 27 Market Street, Clay Cross
Cost: £40 per person, all materials & tuition included.
Friday 20th September • 10am-4.30pm
Libby’s Walled Garden Workshop, Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield
Cost: £75 per person, all materials & tuition included, as well as refreshments throughout the day and a light lunch.
6th-8th September 2024 • Cliff College, Derbyshire
Cost: The total inclusive cost is £278, which includes ensuite accommodation, all meals & hot drinks, led reflections, support & guidance to create your own stitched prayers with all materials provided.