Using a matchbox as a base (or a card template), make a beautiful box to hold small treasures and trinkets. Inspired by the domestic storage boxes and tins - and the goodies and secrets they might have contained - displayed in ‘Running a Home’.

Part of our ‘Museum in Stiches’ series of explorations in stitch of the Museum and Walled Garden, with each themed workshop inspired by different display rooms or the garden, and a variety of textile skills. Suitable for adults (18+) with some experience of sewing or crafting. All materials and tea/coffee are provided in these relaxed and friendly sessions. Our tutor is Sue McNamara, an experienced and enthusiastic ‘maker and mender’ and textile tutor.

Times: 10.30am - 12.30pm

Cost: £20 (£15 MIP Members).

Only 10 places so advance booking essential.

Book online here or call 01453 763394.