A summaryPompey Crafts
Every session is a new and completely different craft experience. Every session is detailed below
Weave Your Story
4th August
Discover the art of weaving while giving new life to old materials. In this hands on workshop, children will create their own colourful mini weaving using reclaimed fabrics, yarns, and textile scraps. Through simple weaving techniques, participants will experiment with colour, texture, and pattern to create a unique piece of textile art to take home.
Along the way, we'll explore sustainability, creativity, and how everyday materials can be transformed into something beautiful. Children will learn how weaving has been used throughout history while developing patience, focus, and confidence in their making skills.
Perfect for creative children who enjoy arts and crafts, working with colour and texture, making things by hand, and exploring new materials. No previous weaving experience is needed - just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to experiment!
Goal! Football Planters
5th August
Give an old football a brand new purpose! In this creative upcycling workshop, children will transform worn out footballs into hanging planters, learning how everyday objects can be reused in imaginative and sustainable ways.
Participants will work together to cut, plant, and assemble their own hanging planter before taking part in a stadium tour. Along the way, they'll learn about recycling, gardening, and caring for plants while creating something practical and eye-catching to display at home.
Perfect for children who enjoy making things, football, gardening, sustainability, and hands-on projects. No previous experience is needed - just creativity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to get stuck in!
Sun Prints & Plant Pictures
11th August
Step into the world of early photography and discover how sunlight can create beautiful images. In this hands on workshop, children will experiment with both cyanotype and anthotype printing, using natural materials, found objects, sunlight, and plant-based dyes to make unique prints on paper and fabric.
Participants will explore the fascinating science behind these historic photographic processes while creating their own artworks inspired by nature. From collecting leaves and flowers to mixing plant pigments and arranging compositions, this workshop combines creativity, experimentation, and outdoor exploration.
Perfect for curious children who enjoy science, nature, photography, art, and discovering how things work. No experience is needed - just a sense of wonder and a willingness to experiment with light, plants, and colour!
The Secret Life of Nettles
12th August
Discover the hidden talents of one of Britain's most misunderstood plants! In this fascinating hands on workshop, children will learn how stinging nettles can be transformed into useful fibres and delicious drinks. Through drawing, fibre processing, spinning, and tasting, participants will explore the many ways people have used nettles throughout history.
Along the way, we'll get up close with this remarkable wild plant, learn how to handle it safely, and discover its importance within local ecosystems. Children will leave with new knowledge, practical skills, and a fresh appreciation for the plants growing all around them.
Perfect for curious children who enjoy nature, outdoor learning, traditional crafts, science, and discovering surprising uses for everyday plants. No experience needed - just curiosity and a sense of adventure!
Wear Your Art
18th August
Turn a plain t-shirt into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! In this colourful workshop, children will customise second hand t-shirts using fabric paints, reclaimed fabrics, and appliqué techniques. Participants will design and create wearable artwork inspired by their interests, favourite colours, nature, or imaginative ideas.
Along the way, we'll explore sustainable fashion, upcycling, and creative ways to give old clothing a new life. Every participant will leave with a personalised t-shirt that's completely unique to them.
Perfect for creative children who love drawing, painting, fashion, self-expression, and making things their own. No previous sewing or textile experience is required - just imagination and creativity!
Bag It! Upcycled Tote Bags
19th August
Transform old fabrics into a practical tote bag you'll be proud to carry everywhere! In this hands on textile workshop, children will design and make their own tote bag using reclaimed materials, Bondaweb appliqué, and sewing machines.
Participants will learn basic sewing skills while experimenting with colour, pattern, and texture to create a personalised design. Along the way, we'll explore how recycling and upcycling textiles can help reduce waste and inspire creativity.
Perfect for children who enjoy crafting, designing, sewing, fashion, and making useful things with their hands. No previous sewing experience is needed - just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn something new!
Plushie Pals: Design Your Own Soft Toy
20th August
Bring your imagination to life by designing and making your very own plushie! In this fun and creative workshop, children will invent a character, draw their design, and transform it into a handmade soft toy using fabric, stuffing, and sewing techniques.
Whether it's a cuddly creature, magical monster, favourite animal, or completely original character, every plushie will be unique. Participants will learn basic sewing skills while exploring storytelling, design, and creative problem solving.
Perfect for imaginative children who love drawing, characters, soft toys, sewing, and creative making. No experience is needed - just big ideas and a love of creating something from scratch!
Wild Homes: Sculpture for Birds & Beasts
18th August
Become a wildlife designer and create an extraordinary structure for the creatures that share our outdoor spaces. Using natural and foraged materials, children will design and build imaginative sculptures that could become nests, shelters, lookout towers, bug hotels, magical habitats, or artworks inspired by local wildlife.
The finished sculptures will be installed in the Pompey Community Garden, becoming part of a growing collection of creative habitats for birds, insects, and other creatures. Along the way, participants will learn about local wildlife, sculpture techniques, and how art can support nature.
Perfect for children who love nature, building, inventing, collecting natural materials, and creating large scale artworks. No experience is necessary - just creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to think like both an artist and an animal!
Build a Bug Borough!
26th August
Become a wildlife architect and help create a new home for the tiny creatures that keep our gardens healthy and thriving. In this hands on workshop, children will work together to build a giant community bug hotel for the Pompey Community Garden, as well as create their own miniature bug hotel to take home.
Using natural and reclaimed materials, participants will discover how different insects need different types of shelter while learning about biodiversity, habitats, and conservation.
Perfect for curious children who enjoy nature, exploring outdoors, building and making things with their hands, collecting natural treasures, and helping wildlife. No previous experience needed - just imagination, enthusiasm, and a love of bugs!
Stitching Our Garden Together
27th August
Help create a beautiful piece of community artwork for the Pompey Community Garden! In this creative textile workshop, children will design and decorate their own bunting flag using colourful fabrics, Bondaweb appliqué, and hand stitching techniques. Each unique flag will be joined together to create a large collaborative bunting display that celebrates the garden, local wildlife, and the people who use the space.
Perfect for creative children who enjoy art, sewing, crafting, nature, and working together on a shared project. No sewing experience is needed - just imagination and a willingness to get making!
