NEWEXPERIENCES
TIME FOR
SOMETHING NEW
THIS NEW YEAR IT IS TIME TO OPEN YOUR MIND , YOUR SOUL AND YOUR HEART TO NEW ADVENTURES , NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND NEW DISCOVERIES . MOVE OVER ‘ NEW YEAR , NEW ME ’, IT ’ S TIME TO FOCUS ON TRYING NEW THINGS , SEEING NEW PLACES AND ENRICHING YOUR LIFE WITH NEW EXPERIENCES . WE HAVE ROUNDED-UP A HOST OF INSPIRATIONAL NEW THINGS FOR YOU TO TRY ; FROM SALSA AND POTTERY CLASSES , TO WILD SWIMMING AND FLYING . GIVE IT A GO , YOU NEVER KNOW YOU MAY JUST HAVE FOUND A WHOLE NEW YOU AFTER ALL ...
ART & CRAFTS
Art of any discipline is often used to record memories , ideas or observations and these records actually reap many benefits . Art has been used in therapy for many years , with strong connections between drawing or sketching and improved creative memory and stress relief . Art , in whatever shape or form , is the perfect way to express ourselves , our inner emotions and feelings without words ; art is completely subjective , you can draw , paint or make something that ’ s completely personal to you . Kent is bursting with opportunities for aspiring artists – sculptures , knitters , painters , drawers and potters alike , it ’ s time to get your creative caps on .
KNITTING AND CROCHETING All Stitched Up , Faversham www . asufaversham . co . uk
For all things haberdashery , including crocheting , knitting , hand and machine sewing ,
All Stitched up in Faversham offers small intimate classes with up to 4 people for you to learn everything you need to know to get handy with a needle and thread . From beginner classes where you can learn the basic stitching fundamentals or different wools and needles , to crocheting patterns and rag doll workshops , there ’ s something for every ability .
POTTERY The Ceramic Studio , Brenchley www . theceramicstudio . co . uk
The studio is set in a converted barn on a beautiful orchard in Brenchley . The Ceramic Studio ’ s pottery classes are run by experienced , dedicated tutors and class sizes are small to ensure everyone ’ s needs are met . Expect a light , airy space with open plan layout , well equipped with slab roller and an extensive collection of pottery tools – all you could possibly need to learn . Classes run from Monday - Saturday , including three evening classes during the week . Do look out for the kiddie sessions available too , on Thursdays 4- 18 year olds can get the hands on experience .
CALLIGRAPHY The Calligraphy Studio , Sandwich www . calligraphystudio . org
The word calligraphy actually dates back to ancient Egypt and the famous Book of the Dead . Calligraphy has been recognised across the world for centuries and is still used to this day , and everyone wants to learn the real art of decorative handwriting right ? Try the art of calligraphy for yourself with this Julie Baxter ’ s Calligraphy course . Julia offers 10-week adult calligraphy classes from her home in Sandwich , but she also offers private tuition . Julia works as a full-time scribe and can often be seen at historical events where she will demonstrate the art of calligraphy .
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