Join us in the community garden for a relaxing, hands-on workshop celebrating the sun’s energy and the turning of the seasons, led by artist and facilitator Rachael Kelly Ryder. Rachael has been working with the Fire Station Artists’ Studios in Buckingham Street as part of the Neighbourhood Project and has led workshops on sustainable craft activities for local neighbours and community groups in Scotland, London and Ireland over the years. Together, we’ll create sun-shaped mandalas or mini-wreaths using natural, foraged, and upcycled materials including dried flowers, ribbons and foliage. Open to all ages and artistic abilities, this gentle, creative activity invites us to mark the cycles of growth and harvest at the heart of Lughnasa. Come weave, connect, and celebrate summer’s light!
All participants can leave with their own wreath or sun spoke to hang on their front door or garden walls – some images from previous workshops attached. Numbers are limited so please let us know by return email if you’d like to take part to ensure your place.
