There is something very special about hosting workshops at Wiveton Parish Rooms

Botanical Casting with Clare Towers Art and craft workshops in Norfolk are shaped by thoughtful planning long before guests arrive. When people search for craft workshops near me or art classes near me, they often imagine the creative part of the day, but so much of what you experience at Reef Make and Do begins months earlier at my dining table. That is where I sit with endless cups of tea, my planning notebook, my diary, and messages from artists and makers who hope to join

Our Norfolk art and craft workshops are not only about the making; they rest on a foundation of care, preparation, and the quiet systems that make everything feel calm and welcoming. At Reef Make and Do the behind the scenes work is every bit as important as the creative bit you see on the day. Just this week, I had my Food Standards Agency inspection. I always prepare well and I know my kitchen is clean, organised, and up to scratch, but I still feel that little flutter of n

Our creative Norfolk workshops continue to offer something quietly restorative, and this past week reminded me again just how powerful it is when people gather to make together. After two full days of workshops at the Wiveton Parish Rooms, I found myself reflecting on the calm, the company and the gentle rhythm that filled the space from morning until late afternoon. The Parish Rooms are a wonderfully old fashioned hall with vintage crockery on the shelves, a very helpful ser

As the autumn days shorten and Christmas edges closer, life seems to quicken its pace. Between present lists, last post deadlines, and remembering who you have already bought for, it can all start to feel rather frantic. Here at Reef Make & Do in Norfolk, I have been trying to press pause and focus on the small, quiet things that bring joy - the moments that steady the day, make me smile, and remind me to slow down. This week I decided to do something a little different and s

Happy Handmade If you are searching for meaningful gift ideas this Christmas, handmade and locally made presents are a wonderful place to start. Choosing just one or two gifts from small, independent makers not only supports real people and their creativity but also helps to strengthen our local economy here in Norfolk. There is something rather lovely about the idea of a handmade Christmas. A season filled with thoughtful gifts and small-business finds sounds wonderful in th

As autumn settles across North Norfolk, creative workshops at Reef Make & Do are filling with the gentle rhythm of festive making. From willow wreaths and silver jewellery to origami lights and calligraphy, this is the season for hands-on creativity. If you have been searching for art and craft workshops in Norfolk that offer warmth, calm, and inspiration, now is the perfect time to join us. Feeling the Shift As the year begins to tip towards winter, I have been feeling a qu

At Reef Make & Do in North Norfolk , we offer creative workshops and courses designed to bring people together through making. This week I wanted to share a few reflections on why creativity feels so vital during uncertain times, and how the simple act of making can lift the spirits. Last month I shared some honest thoughts about adapting Reef Make & Do for the year ahead, and I was deeply moved by the many kind and thoughtful messages that came afterwards. What struck me mos