Date Published: 10.01.2024

Holiday Workshop 2023

Creating snow globes & ornaments

As winter wrapped its frosty arms around us, our Winter Workshop for 2023 brought warmth and creativity to 14 bright-eyed kids, turning the season into a canvas of imagination. The air was filled with the joyous sounds of Christmas music, and our talented instructors, adorned with elf hats, added a touch of festive enchantment to the day.

The heart of the workshop lay in the hands-on crafting experience, where children were encouraged to let their imaginations run wild. Armed with tiny figurines and a collection of crafting materials, each child embarked on a journey to create their very own winter wonderland encapsulated within a snow globe. The room buzzed with excitement as kids carefully selected figurines, glitter, and other embellishments to personalize their snowy scenes.

Jason Wilkins daughter Callie partaking in the creative festive fun.

Laughter echoed through the workshop as children embraced the festive spirit, sharing stories and ideas with newfound friends. The holiday tunes, playing softly in the background, served as the soundtrack to this heartwarming event. The joy of the season enveloped everyone, turning the workshop into a space where the magic of Christmas came to life through art and camaraderie.

Our dedicated instructors, wearing charming elf hats, added a touch of whimsy to the day. Their infectious energy and enthusiasm fueled the creative spirit in the room, ensuring every child felt inspired and supported in their artistic endeavours. The elf hats became symbols of the magical journey we were all on, sparking smiles and setting the tone for a day filled with holiday cheer.

Left: Some of the group from the workshop. Middle-Left: Nick making buttons with the kids. Middle-Right: One of the attendees making their ornament Right: Putting the finishing touches on the ornament by adding the ribbon.

Once they had finished their snow globes the group of little artists adorned custom ornaments with colours, sparkles, and holiday magic. The atmosphere was electric with creativity as children explored different themes, from traditional Christmas symbols to imaginative winter landscapes.

Mother and daughter showing off the snow globe and excitement.

The Winter Workshop of 2023 was more than just an arts and crafts event; it was a celebration of the season, friendship, and the boundless creativity of children. The snow globes and customized ornaments created during the workshop became tangible expressions of each child's unique vision and the shared joy of the holiday season.

As we bid farewell to the Winter Workshop of 2023, we are left with the lasting memories of 14 beaming faces, each carrying a piece of the holiday magic they helped create. The snow globes and ornaments crafted with love and laughter now serve as cherished mementos, capturing the spirit of a day filled with artistic exploration, festive tunes, and the simple joy of spreading Christmas cheer. Here's to the magic of the season and the memories we crafted together!

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