Creative Sketchbook & Design Journal Workshop (Ages 10 - 18)

This gentle, creative workshop is all about slowing down, exploring who you are, and building confidence through design, collage and self-expression. Over two relaxed days, students will create a beautiful aesthetic sketchbook — which can be used as a fashion design book, creative journal, scrapbook or mood-led diary.

This is not a sewing-focused course (and you don’t need to know how to draw or sew at all). Instead, the emphasis is on mindfulness, creativity and process, making it perfect for students who love fashion, art, journalling, scrapbooking — or simply want a calm, non-pressured creative space.

Students will explore their favourite fashion brands, aesthetics, colours, textures and inspirations — but this doesn’t have to be fashion-led. The focus is on identity: what you love, what inspires you, and what makes you, you. Think Pinterest boards brought to life, tactile materials, trims, sampling and thoughtful design development. This is not a portfolio.

There may be a small amount of optional hand sewing or simple machine stitching, used to attach trims or fabric samples — but this is completely guided and beginner-friendly.

✨ This course is inclusive of all genders and creative interests.

You will explore and create:
• A personal sketchbook or creative journal that reflects your identity
• Mood boards, collages and design development pages
• Scrapbook-style pages using fabrics, trims, ribbons and samples
• Inspiration drawn from your favourite fashion brands, art, music or everyday life
• A calm, mindful creative process — no pressure, no stress

You will build skills in:
• Creative confidence and self-expression
• Design thinking and visual storytelling
• Research and concept development
• Collage, composition and layout
• Mindfulness through making
• Basic hand stitching and optional simple machine sewing

You will leave with:
• A completed (or beautifully started) aesthetic sketchbook
• Design and research pages you can continue at home
• A stronger sense of your personal style and creative voice
• A digital certificate of completion

No experience needed:
• You do not need to know how to draw
• You do not need to know how to sew
• This workshop is completely beginner friendly

What you need:
• A packed lunch, snacks and a reusable water bottle
• All materials, sketchbooks, trims and equipment are provided

Schedule:
• Monday & Tuesday, 10.00am – 4.00pm

Please note: Tickets are available to book up until 2 days before the event starts.
Bookings cannot be made within 48 hours of the event, as we need time to plan our workshops and confirm our freelance tutors.
We kindly ask that you book as far in advance as possible — it really helps us organise everything and ensure there are enough materials for everyone.