Join artist Sarah Randle (Owner and Designer from Instant Fashion Happiness) and get creative this festive season and take the opportunity to make your own Textiles Festive wreath.
During the workshop you will learn several sewing techniques and be able to design and make your very own unique handmade textile wreath. All materials are included and no previous experience needed!
This event is aimed at young people aged 16-24 years old but over 25 years are welcome to join.
Join them for a traditional Victorian Christmas at the wonderful Sudley House. Enjoy heart-warming Christmas Carols, children’s crafts and storytelling events all set against the backdrop of the beautifully decorated home.
A wonderful day out to make memories, discover local history, and enjoy the excitement of preparing for a traditional Christmas. Adults and children are all very welcome and will find something to enjoy in this wonderful day.
Monthly fleamarket on last Sunday of the month.
Clothes, books, bric-a-brac, curios, vinyl, jewellery, plants, collectables, and much more.
From the weird to the wonderful – something for every taste!
Plus café with delicious home-made cake.
Dog-friendly.
Join the fun at this festive craft market and find unique handcrafted gifts from over 30 local makers. This indoor/outdoor event takes place at the stunning Calderstones Mansion House in Calderstones Park, Liverpool.
Explore a wide range of products on offer from local small businesses, enjoy live entertainment and delicious food and drinks from The Reader bar and on site cafes.
This is a dog friendly event, with your furry friends welcome in all outdoor spaces 🙂
TICKETS ARE NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT – JUST TURN UP ON THE DAY
Makers at the Mansion Xmas Market
Calderstones Mansion House, Calderstones Park, Liverpool, L18 3JB
Sunday 1st December from 11am – 4pm
Head along and join them at the Walker for some spooktacular Halloween crafting fun at their make and take craft session.
Free session, held at Walker Art Gallery, 31 – 1 November, 1pm.
Join Nicole Marnell at the Museum of Liverpool to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a fabulous embroidery extravaganza!
Unleash your creativity and celebrate diversity at our vibrant embroidery session, where you’ll learn the art of stitching and embroider your very own empowering tote bag. Whether you’re a needlework novice or an embroidery enthusiast, this fun and inclusive workshop is the perfect place to express yourself and make new friends.
All the materials you need will be provided, along with a selection of cracking designs that reflect the pride and power of the LGBTQ+ community. Feel free to bring your own ideas too – this is your chance to create something truly unique and meaningful to celebrate this year’s theme of activism and social change.
Come for the creativity, stay for the camaraderie, and leave with a tote bag that showcases your individuality and pride. Don’t miss out – let’s stitch our way to empowerment together!
This session is ticketed and for ages 16+. Whilst all adults are welcome this event is specifically designed for young people.
No prior experience necessary!
Monthly fleamarket on last Sunday of the month.
Clothes, books, bric-a-brac, curios, vinyl, jewellery, plants, collectables and much more. From the weird to the wonderful – something for every taste!
Plus cafe with delicious home-made cake.
Dog-friendly.
Make North Docks
Located on Regent Street, Make North Docks offers both co-working, private studios and makerspaces in Liverpool. Residents can enjoy a view across the River Mersey, an open-access workshop equipped with tools and the delicious Caffe Riccardo. Make North Docks is open 24 hours for all of their residents.
Make North Docks Open Days
Interested in a studio space or just curios about what Make do and how to get involved? Head along for a tour of Make North Docks.
Tours will last 30 to 40 minutes and and begin on the hour.
Have a look at their range of studio spaces, hear about their future plans, check out their wood workshops, find out about their upcoming programme, and grab a coffee at Caffe Riccardos.
Whether you are a creative looking for a studio to work, need a space to put an event or class on, or whether you are just nosey – please register, head along and join them!
Dogs and children are welcome!
About your Guide
Your guide on the open days will be Alison Ashton, Makes Community Manager.
Alison is also the creator of Make Mosaic and runs beginners classes in mosaics and other craft techniques across the North West. She has a love of using reclaimed and broken china (as well as other found / unloved objects) to make bespoke pieces. As well as experience in working on educational projects across the UK.
What time does the tour start?
The tour around Make North Docks takes between 40 and 60 minutes. Each tour starts on the hour. If you need to get in touch on the day, please call the office on 01516018665
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
On street parking is free but limited to 2 hours. Please let us know if you are a blue badge holder and they can reserve you a space in their small visitor car park. Public transport links are nearby, and the venue is easily accessible on foot from Liverpool City Centre (see our website for more information, we’re located at Make North Docks).
How accessible is the venue?
The workshop is located on the ground floor which provides full accessibility to the premises including toilet provisions. However, some parts of the tour may include stairs. They would advise wheelchair users to contact the workshop provider on the sale of the ticket to arrange a parking bay.
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Feel free to get in touch with the Make CIC office at 0151 601 8665 or email hello@makecic.org
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, it isn’t necessary to print your ticket..
What is the cancellation policy?
Given that this event is free to attend they do ask that those who sign up, but who cannot make it, let them know ASAP so they can reallocate your space.
Make Huyton Village
Located on Derby Road in the heart of Huyton Village Centre, Make Huyton Village offers private studios and shared workspace in Knowsley. Make Huyton brings a hive of creativity to the town centre with a high tech Innovation Lab, allowing members of the community to experiment with making and product creation. Make Huyton Village is open 24 hours for all of our residents.
Make Huyton Village Open Days
Interested in a studio space or just curious about what Make do and how to get involved? Head along for a tour of their newest space Make Huyton Village.
Tours will last 40 to 60 minutes and and begin every hour on the hour (eg. 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00) at the front of Make Huyton Village, 47-49 Derby Road, Huyton, during open day hours (please check the open day hours for each date as they differ).
Have a look at their range of studio spaces, hear about their future plans, check out their brand new “Innovation Lab” and find out about our upcoming programme.
Your tour will conclude at Make on the Corner at 22 Derby Road, their additional space used for events, meetings, workshops, classes, pop-up shop, exhibitions, etc.
Whether you are a creative looking for a studio to work, need a space to put an event or class on, or whether you are just nosey – please register, head along and join them!
Dogs and children are welcome!
About your Guide
Your guide on the open days will be Mia Tagg, the Project Lead for Make Huyton Village.
Make’s newest team member, Mia has twenty years experience working in business start-up and project management in Liverpool and London, focused on arts and hospitality.
Previous projects include the cafe bar at FACT, Northern Lights for Baltic Creative and Homebaked Anfield.
Where is the venue ?
Make Huyton Village is situated at 47-49 Derby Road, Huyton which is on the pedestrianised High Street in Huyton Village. The space was formally Boots.
What time does the tour start?
The tour around Make Huyton Village takes between 40 and 60 minutes. Each tour starts on the hour (e.g. every 60 minutes). If you need to get in touch on the day, please call or message Mia on 07492708827.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
By Bike: There is secure bike storage at the venue.
By Train: The nearest train station to the venue is Huyton train station. The station is a 6 minute walk from the venue – You can view directions via google maps here.
By Bus: Huyton Bus station is situated a 3 minute walk from the venue. You can view directions via google maps here.
By Car: There is free car parking for up to 3 hours situated in Archway Road Address: Archway Road Car Park, Civic Way, Huyton, Merseyside L36 9GD. Archway Road Car Park is a 4 minute walk to the venue – you can view directions via google maps here. You can find out more about parking in the area here.
Is the venue accessible?
The venue is accessible and is situated on the ground floor however. There is an accessible toilet on site.
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Feel free to get in touch with the Make CIC office at 0151 601 8665 or email hello@makecic.org
At short notice please contact your guide Mia directly on 07492708827
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
A register will be taken at this session, it isn’t necessary to print your ticket.
What is the cancellation policy?
Given that this event is free to attend they do ask that those who sign up, but who cannot make it, let them know ASAP so they can reallocate your space.