Family Arts Festival 2023 – The Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Autumn days are the perfect time to get cosy and enjoy some crafting together.

Each session has a different theme, and you’ll take home something special you’ve made. The Shipley Art Gallery’s friendly artists are here to support and can’t wait to see what you create.

 

Tuesday 31 October – Hallowe’en crafts:

  • Make a haunted house picture, with doors and windows that really open. Draw some spooky characters or friendly monsters hiding inside.
  • Make a pumpkin mask using paper and card – your Hallowe’en costume sorted!

Thursday 1 November – Autumn crafts:

  • Weave a cosy autumnal decoration / necklace, using wool and lolly sticks.
  • Make an autumn garland using corrugated cardboard leaves.

Seating is on communal tables but a quieter space can be provided by prior arrangement for those who need it – please contact [email protected]

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