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Bits ‘n’ Bobs for Art Create and Collect

By Debbie Crouch / March 10, 2025 / Comments Off on Bits ‘n’ Bobs for Art Create and Collect

A unique way to use materials for therapeutic art! What Are Bits and Bobs? Bits ‘n’ Bobs for Art is our fun and creative way of collecting materials for collage-making.…

Beltane – 1st May: A Celebration of Spring’s Awakening

By Debbie Crouch / March 10, 2025 / Comments Off on Beltane – 1st May: A Celebration of Spring’s Awakening

As the sun’s warmth begins to stretch across the land, we find ourselves approaching Beltane, a vibrant and joyful celebration of the height of spring, taking place on May 1st.…

Art Journaling for Beginners

By Debbie Crouch / March 9, 2025 / Comments Off on Art Journaling for Beginners

Welcome to the Introduction to Art Journaling Find the joy in your life with Art Journaling for Beginners. The future is yours to create. Be kind to yourself and do…

Art theme challenge – Robins

By Debbie Crouch / March 9, 2025 / Comments Off on Art theme challenge – Robins

Robin is one of Britain’s favourite birds, especially as we approach the Christmas and Winter seasons. Folklore and tales say this tiny bird has been the symbol of good luck,…

“Unlocking Your Creative Journey: Painting Your Own Unique Card”

By Debbie Crouch / March 9, 2025 / Comments Off on “Unlocking Your Creative Journey: Painting Your Own Unique Card”

How to paint a card in your style? Sometimes, you receive a card, and it just excites your imagination to the point where you want to have a go at…

The way to healing through creativity – Inspirational story by Fiona Gazzard

By Debbie Crouch / March 9, 2025 / Comments Off on The way to healing through creativity – Inspirational story by Fiona Gazzard

An Inspirational Story by Fiona Gazzard “I’ve always been creative in one way or another” In sharing her open and honest account of her own personal journey to wellness may…

How can you support Art for Wellness, at no cost to you!

By Debbie Crouch / March 9, 2025 / Comments Off on How can you support Art for Wellness, at no cost to you!

easyfundraising It’s easy when you shop using the easyfundraising app, and they donate on your behalf from the brands you choose. Remember, every penny donated goes into providing resources for…

Wasting Time – moments passing by?

By Debbie Crouch / March 8, 2025 / Comments Off on Wasting Time – moments passing by?

People wait all week for Friday, ……All year for summer, ……All their life for happiness Are you guilty of squandering precious moments in your life? Have you been living life…

Bee Eater in the UK

By Debbie Crouch / March 8, 2025 / Comments Off on Bee Eater in the UK

I am excited to report…………. Rare bee-eater birds have returned to the same nesting site in the UK for the first time ever. The colourful birds, which are usually found…

Creative Art – Healing Through Learning a New Skill & Hobby

By Debbie Crouch / March 8, 2025 / Comments Off on Creative Art – Healing Through Learning a New Skill & Hobby

The Benefits of Learning to Be Creative Embarking on a new creative skill or hobby is not just satisfying—it’s invigorating! It sparks imagination, opens the door to new ideas, and…