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Creative Plans for 2026
Art and Craft Workshops in Norfolk If you are searching for creative workshops in Norfolk, art and craft classes near me, or inspiring courses to try something new in 2026, you are in exactly the right place. At Reef Make & Do, the new year is shaping up to be our most exciting yet, with a rich programme of creative workshops, courses, and weekly classes designed for adults who want to make, learn, and connect. As we step into a fresh creative year, there is that familiar sen

Rachael at REEF Make & Do
Jan 123 min read


Easing Gently into the Start of Christmas
Our Norfolk creative workshops often come alive in the quiet moments as much as the busy ones, and at this time of year those moments feel especially precious. As the winter term comes to a close at Reef Make and Do, the shift from workshop bustle to the gentle beginnings of Christmas brings a welcome pause and a chance to reflect on the months of making that have shaped our community. After a wonderfully ful l run of workshops this term , I am now at home easing into Christm

Rachael at REEF Make & Do
Dec 11, 20254 min read


A Handmade Kind of Christmas
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

Rachael at REEF Make & Do
Oct 31, 20254 min read


The Importance of Making When Times Are Tough
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

Rachael at REEF Make & Do
Oct 10, 20252 min read

Stories, reflections and lots and lots of creativity from Reef Make & Do... with the odd recipe thrown in for good measure!
A Creative Life in Norfolk
Rachael Janes
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