Thread of Nature: Sewing for Wellbeing - Gosport Discovery Centre - Saturday 23rd, 30th January, 6th and 13th February 2027 - 10.00am
Thread of Nature: Sewing for Wellbeing - Gosport Discovery Centre - Saturday 23rd, 30th January, 6th and 13th February 2027 - 10.00am
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Thread of Nature: Sewing for Wellbeing
Gosport Discovery Centre
Saturday 23rd, 30th January, 6th and 13th February 2027
10.00am to 1.00pm
This course uses sewing and textile activities to support health and wellbeing. In a friendly and supportive environment, learners will take part in creative activities that promote relaxation, reduce stress and build confidence. While developing sewing skills such as appliqué, embroidery and machine sewing, learners will create personal projects that encourage a sense of achievement.
Learning Goals:
- Develop confidence through the safe use of a sewing machine and exploration of different stitch types.
- Practise and experiment with a range of stitches, techniques, and materials to build skills before creating a final textile piece.
- Use a range of haberdashery and recycled fabrics creatively to produce a textile piece that promotes self expression and mindful engagement
- Identify simple strategies to manage stress and support self-care through creative practice
Who is this course for: This course, funded by UK government, is for Hampshire residents aged 19+ who are looking to improve their health and wellbeing through sewing and textile crafts. Open to all abilities, from beginners to experienced sewers, it provides a relaxed and creative space to reduce stress, boost confidence and improve mood.
Please note: eligibility criteria apply and will be checked upon enrolment.
Course purpose: To improve health and wellbeing
Previous knowledge or experience: None required.
How will I learn: A mixture of demonstrations, discussions and individual work.
How will I be assessed: Tutor observation, samples and final piece. Personal reflection on wellbeing, progress and learning
What shall I bring: For the first session you will need to buy/bring: All materials will be provided (including sewing machines) Additional (optional) materials will be available to purchase directly from the tutor. You may wish to bring your own materials too. This will be discussed on week
Next steps: Learners are encouraged to continue creative practice beyond the course to support their long-term wellbeing. Further workshops and opportunities are available through Hampshire Achieves. You could also follow Sew Tribal on Facebook and Instagram for updates, inspiration and further courses and workshop
This course, funded by Hampshire Achieves, is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+. Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have.
If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking.
You will be contacted by a member of the Hampshire Achieves Team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.
If this event is sold out please contact adult.learning@hants.gov.uk so that we can inform you of any future courses.
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