Take a break. Get creative. Meet new people.
Looking for a calm, friendly space to unwind? Join us at Crafternoon, a monthly creative wellbeing session where you can try simple craft activities, relax, and spend time with other students.
No artistic ability is needed. Whether you’re a keen crafter or haven’t picked up glue and scissors since primary school, you’re welcome to join us.
What is Crafternoon?
Crafternoon is a relaxed monthly wellbeing event designed to help students:
- Take a break from academic pressures
- Meet new people in a welcoming environment
- Try creative activities in a low-pressure setting
- Make time for self-care and relaxation
- Enjoy a few hours away from screens and deadlines
Each session features a themed creative activity alongside opportunities for free crafting, creativity and conversation. Based on sector practice, the focus is on enjoying the creative process rather than producing a perfect finished product.
2026/27 Programme
Crafternoon takes place on the first Wednesday of the month, and runs for three hours between 12noon – 3pm.
Each month will feature a different creative theme. Activities are designed to be beginner-friendly, relaxing and open to all students. No previous crafting experience is needed.
| Date | Theme | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7 October 2026 | Tree of Life: Roots & Growth Mixed-Media Art & Collage | The Hangar |
| 4 November 2026 | Calm & Cosy Winter Crafts Textile crafts, knitting and stitching | Cotswold B (EE 1107) |
| 2 December 2026 | Festive Creativity & Connection Seasonal crafting and decorative making | The Hangar |
| 6 January 2027 | New Year, New Start Journalling and zine-making | The Hangar |
| 3 February 2027 | Kindness Through Crafting Kindness crafts and gift-making | The Hangar |
| 3 March 2027 | Growth & New Beginnings Plant-based and nature crafts | The Hangar |
| 7 April 2027 | Relax & Reset: Pre-Exam Calm Mindful art and slow stitching | The Hangar |
| 5 May 2027 | Be Kind to Your Mind Self-soothing sensory crafts | The Hangar |
What can I expect?
When you arrive, you’ll find a range of creative stations to explore at your own pace.
You might choose to:
- Join the featured activity
- Create something completely your own
- Sit and chat whilst crafting
- Work quietly and independently
You’re welcome to drop in, stay for as little or as long as you like, bring friends or come on your own.
Why creativity helps wellbeing
Creative activities can help us slow down, focus our attention, practise mindfulness and take a break from everyday pressures. Crafternoon is not about artistic talent or creating a masterpiece. It’s about making space for creativity, connection and wellbeing. The proposal specifically emphasises beginner-friendly, low-pressure activities that support relaxation and engagement.