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4 Portable Crafts to Help You Find Calm on the Go

4 Portable Crafts to Help You Find Calm on the Go



Fancy transforming your travel-time? Indulge in a mindful moment wherever you are with these fuss-free portable crafts – perfect for commutes and ...
Why Everyone Should Try Glass Fusing — Yes, Even You

Why Everyone Should Try Glass Fusing — Yes, Even You



If you loved watching Blown Away on Netflix and want to capture some of that melty magic for yourself, here’s why you should give glass fusing ...
6 Reasons Why Art Classes in London Make the Best Gift Ideas for Mum

6 Reasons Why Art Classes in London Make the Best Gift Ideas for Mum



Need a gift for your mum with a unique twist? Share the stress-relieving benefits of an art course. There are so many creative activities in London ...
Save Money and Warm Hearts with Handmade Gifts

Save Money and Warm Hearts with Handmade Gifts



Save money and put a smile on your loved ones faces with these handmade gifts guaranteed to warm hearts.
Crafty Tips for Saving Money on Clothes in 2024

Crafty Tips for Saving Money on Clothes in 2024



Looking for some simple money-saving ideas? Discover how you can save old clothes from landfill with little more than a needle and thread by learning ...
3 Simple Crafts to Help You Fight WFH Fatigue

3 Simple Crafts to Help You Fight WFH Fatigue



Fancy some art therapy at your home office? Uplift your spirit and refresh your outlook while working from home with these three marvellous miniature ...
25 Practical Tips to Boost Your Wellbeing

25 Practical Tips to Boost Your Wellbeing



Explore our practical tips to be kind to your mind and boost your sense of wellbeing step by step.
Cancel Your Dinner Plans! There's a Better Way to Celebrate Your Anniversary Milestones

Cancel Your Dinner Plans! There's a Better Way to Celebrate Your Anniversary Milestones



Hint: it's a quality-time twist on traditional wedding anniversary gifts...
15 Crafty Hacks to Host a DIY Summer Festival

15 Crafty Hacks to Host a DIY Summer Festival



Capture those festival vibes from the comfort of your own home with our 15 top tips for hosting your own outdoor summer extravaganza!
29 Budget Friendly Decor Tips to Make Your Home a Haven

29 Budget Friendly Decor Tips to Make Your Home a Haven



Fancy transforming your space into a peaceful zen filled haven? We've got 29 budget decor tips that will help you do just that!
7 Instagram Photography Tips to Boost Your 2024 Feed

7 Instagram Photography Tips to Boost Your 2024 Feed



Ready to give your Instagram a boost? These essential tips and hands-on photography classes in London will level up your skills!
9 Unusual Foodie Gifts for Mums in London

9 Unusual Foodie Gifts for Mums in London



Make her smile with our flavour-packed and fun-fuelled experiences for mums in London. From chocolate making to cocktail shaking, they’re sure ...
14 Gift Ideas for Mums in London

14 Gift Ideas for Mums in London



Looking for unique gifts for Mother's Day? Give your mum the gift of joy as she explores her creative side with cooking courses, DIY crafts and art ...
Discover London's Creative Underground This Summer

Discover London's Creative Underground This Summer



Discover a different side to London and unleash your creative spirit with these exciting classes and workshops.
Gifts for Mum Guide | Summer in London Edition

Gifts for Mum Guide | Summer in London Edition



Is it your mum’s birthday this summer? Why not treat her to a unique experience as a gift with one of these London gift ideas…
4 UK Staycations That Will Bring You Joy This Summer

4 UK Staycations That Will Bring You Joy This Summer



Tour the UK with these local experiences full of creativity and have the best summer holiday ever!
The Perfect Cocktail for Your Mood Right Now

The Perfect Cocktail for Your Mood Right Now



Discover great cocktails…from an indulgent espresso martini to a revitalising mojito, find out the best cocktail for you based on your mood right ...
How to Host Your Summer Dinner Party for Under £25

How to Host Your Summer Dinner Party for Under £25



Wondering how to save money on food for your next summer shindig? Check out these chef-inspired summer dinner party ideas…
Why Foodie Experiences Are the Best London Date Night Idea

Why Foodie Experiences Are the Best London Date Night Idea



On the hunt for some date activities in London? Stir up some love and tasty meals with our cooking courses, baking and desserts classes, cocktail ...
Spoil Yourself with These Birthday Party Ideas in London

Spoil Yourself with These Birthday Party Ideas in London



Want the best birthday party activities in London? From cooking and cocktails to perfume making classes, check out this list!
Why You Knead to Try Baking with Friends

Why You Knead to Try Baking with Friends



Add a sweet touch to your usual fun group activities and learn how to bake with your family, friends and loved ones!
Level Up Your Date Night Ideas with London Cooking Classes

Level Up Your Date Night Ideas with London Cooking Classes



Want to spice things up with your significant other? When it comes to date night ideas in London, here’s why you really can’t beat a fiery-fun ...
Delicious Date Night Ideas: Cooking Classes in London

Delicious Date Night Ideas: Cooking Classes in London



Searching for alternative date night ideas in London? Here’s why you should cook up some romance and learn something new at a charming local cooking ...
Looking for Date Night Ideas in London? Try Cooking Classes

Looking for Date Night Ideas in London? Try Cooking Classes



Looking to wow your partner with date activities in London that are full of enticing aromas and rich flavours? Here's why our cooking courses are ...
4 Great Reasons to Take a Pottery Course in London

4 Great Reasons to Take a Pottery Course in London



Looking for a new hobby or want a fun way to spend time with friends? We’ve got four great reasons why a pottery course in London should be next ...
Save a Penne or Two and Visit Italy from Home This Summer

Save a Penne or Two and Visit Italy from Home This Summer



Here's why you should take a culinary trip to the continent from the comfort of your own kitchen.
How to Spark Joy Through Crafting

How to Spark Joy Through Crafting



Ever wondered why arts and crafts make you feel so good? Read on to discover what the science says about the mood-boosting benefits of being cre ...
Team Building Ideas in London | 100% Fun 0% Boring

Team Building Ideas in London | 100% Fun 0% Boring



Take your team building events in London to the next level with our fun group activities that will engage your colleagues and help you learn creative ...
Crafty Summer Picnic Ideas That Won't Break the Bank

Crafty Summer Picnic Ideas That Won't Break the Bank



Become Britain's best picnic host with our wallet friendly guide to creating a fabulous outdoor fiesta on a budget!
7 Ways to Make a London Hen Party Perfect

7 Ways to Make a London Hen Party Perfect



Planning a perfect hen do? Need some interesting hen do activities in London? Check out these seven ways to help your pre-nuptial bash go down in ...
Why Hobbies Make You Happier

Why Hobbies Make You Happier



Ever wondered why you feel so good when you do something you love? Come and learn about the flow state and how hobbies can give you a mood lift.
Mood Boosting Activities in London for Springtime

Mood Boosting Activities in London for Springtime



Looking for ways to celebrate the arrival of spring? Check out our fun activities in London that will make your soul sing!
7 Team Building Ideas in London for Every Occasion

7 Team Building Ideas in London for Every Occasion



Don’t stick to the same old! There’s so much on offer for team building events in London, from handmade pottery and floristry to learning how ...
Tips for Planning a London Team Building Event

Tips for Planning a London Team Building Event



From hands-on pottery making and baking to cake decorating, read these six easy tips to add a touch of creative fun to your next London team building ...
How I Went from Serial Online Shopper to Crochet Enthusiast

How I Went from Serial Online Shopper to Crochet Enthusiast



Want to change your daily routine? Here's why I took up crocheting to break free from old habits.
Millennial Men Master Macramé

Millennial Men Master Macramé



Learning how to macrame isn't just fun, it's also a brilliant chance to create beautiful wall hangings, bags and macrame plant hangers from scra ...
The Antidote to City Life? Pottery Wheel Classes in London

The Antidote to City Life? Pottery Wheel Classes in London



Feeling stressed? Discover for yourself why our curated range of pottery wheel classes in London could be just what you need to channel some calm ...
Our Favourite Team Building Ideas | London

Our Favourite Team Building Ideas | London



Get creative with your crew with these unique team building activities in London, from fun resin art and cocktail making to inspiring watercolour ...
Why Creativity Is the New Self-care

Why Creativity Is the New Self-care



Escape the daily grind and switch off with a little creative self care. From perennials and pottery to watercolours and weaving, anything goes!
How to Play as an Adult (and Why You Should)

How to Play as an Adult (and Why You Should)



Adults deserve to have fun too! Here are three simple steps to getting your childhood playtime back (as a grown-up!)...
Let Your Creativity Bloom This Spring

Let Your Creativity Bloom This Spring



If you want to experience life in full bloom this Spring, head along to one of our floristry classes in London and let those flower arranging skills ...
I Swapped TV for Craft and Got My Life Back

I Swapped TV for Craft and Got My Life Back



Looking to make a change? I swapped TV for craft for one week and now I'm never going back...
Waste Not, Want Not: DIY Your Way from Trash to Treasure

Waste Not, Want Not: DIY Your Way from Trash to Treasure



Harness some creative know-how and get ready to turn trash into treasure!
Small Ways to Tap Into Your Creativity

Small Ways to Tap Into Your Creativity



Unearth the inner artist within you with five easy steps that will help you shake off your perfectionist fears.
Your Guide to a Flower Powered Hen Party in London

Your Guide to a Flower Powered Hen Party in London



Want wholesome hen party ideas? Check out this handy guide to hen-friendly floristry classes in London…
The Best Hen do Activity? Flower Crown Classes in London

The Best Hen do Activity? Flower Crown Classes in London



Want cute hen do ideas? Here’s why you need to treat the bride-to-be to some fresh and floral fun with flower crown classes in London…
9 Uplifting Things to do in London This Spring

9 Uplifting Things to do in London This Spring



Discover something new this spring with these fun things to do in London.
4 Floristry Classes in London Perfect for Wholesome Hens

4 Floristry Classes in London Perfect for Wholesome Hens



Want some fresh and fab hen party ideas? Sneak a peek at these London floristry classes, perfect for flower-loving brides!
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