We’re thrilled with the response to Share & Repair so far. Launched over the summer, the project celebrates the skills and knowledge of over 55s in Bristol, all the while promoting intergenerational connection amongst the talented and generous individuals we have in our city.
The past few months have been busy with lots of exciting workshops taking place and with just a few more workshops left, here’s a roundup of all the fun had so far…
Fanny shared how to create different 3D textile techniques – everyone went home with their own unique and beautifully designed tote bag.
Mary taught us how to make her delightful fresh cream and berry chocolate roulade and treated us to her wealth of gardening knowledge in her semi-ripe cuttings workshop. Everyone left with new plants and very useful tips.
Warwick shared how to make his delicious lasagne and has generously created a home maintenance workshop which is coming soon.
Amanda shared her crochet skills at Wellspring Settlement and we’ve already been sent a photo of a beautiful scarf which has since been made by one of the attendees!
Jane ran a two-part sewing course which enabled everyone make friends with their sewing machine again plus make their own tissue holder and skirt!
As well as skills and good times being shared, lovely connections and friendships have been made along the way. Jane has very kindly donated sewing machines to The Beehive Centre since running her workshop, Fanny will be running her own regular creative sessions after Share & Repair has finished, and a participant of Mary’s gardening session – who had never tried gardening before – is now attending one of our regular community gardening sessions at Wellspring Settlement.
A huge thanks to everyone involved so far, it has been a wonderful summer of learning and connection and it keeps on going. Keep up to date with future workshops here.