August Newsletter

After a very busy period from May to July running workshops at lots of fun events, Rubbish Revamped is having a little breather now, phew, just enough time to send out an August newsletter to tell you what’s coming up and share some little gifts (see right).

September and October workshops

Watch out, the monkeys are about!

On 9 & 16 September, it’s time for the long-awaited return of the long-armed, long-tailed Sock Monkeys. Are you longing to make one? Previous sessions have all booked up so don’t miss your chance this time.

People have been clamouring to revamp with newspaper and magazines again, so now’s your chance on 30 September with Beyond the News, when we will weave a colourful practical basket from a magazine and make one of those fab newspaper bags.

Getting a bit girly in October, with jewellery making. First off the ever-popular Blissed Out with Buttons on 7 October, followed by some nifty paper rolling for Junkmail Jewellery on 21 October when we’ll make a bracelet and either a pair of earrings or a mobile phone charm.

Training for trainers

Do you run craft activities as part of your job? If so, you’ll know it can sometimes be difficult to come up with new projects, or to find the time to test out new ideas. Many different professional staff have attended Rubbish Revamped workshops – such as occupational therapists, workers supporting people with learning difficulties or mental health problems and youth workers among others. Training sessions can be specially tailored and run for your group. For instance, seven guide leaders ran through a selection of activities to re-run at a summer camp, and September sees a group of occupational therapists coming up from London for a jam-packed two day workshop. A brochure will soon be available listing all potential activities, many of which can also be viewed on the Past Workshops page. Do get in touch if you would like to discuss training for yourself or colleagues. Email Danielle at rubbishrevamped@googlemail.com.

The full programme

Yes, it's available in its full glory, the Autumn programme of Rubbish Revamped workshops is on the website now at www.rubbishrevamped.org.uk/workshops.

Look forward to seeing you soon.
Crafty wishes,

Danielle

Summer holiday presents from Rubbish Revamped
Got some young ‘uns to entertain this summer? Here’s a lovely rainy day activity in the form of a flying fish on a stick.

This fun craft will create a cheerful character that will also help you with a bit of decluttering by gobbling up some rubbish. You could make a whole school of flying fish! Download Flying Fish on a Stick guide.

Greeting card box
And if you’ve not got any children to entertain – or they’re a bit older -here’s something to keep you going until the next Rubbish Revamped workshop, a nifty little box made from a greeting card.

If you like making personalised gifts for your friends, you could join a workshop this Autumn learning how to make button bracelets or junkmail jewellery, then present them in a beautiful greeting card box. Download Greeting Card Box guide.

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