New Forfar project offers the chance to get sew creative
A new art project for older people will get under way in Forfar next month, offering people the chance to develop their creative sewing skills and work together to create a community banner.
Local professional artist Maureen Crosbie will lead the activities at Forfar Library’s Lend & Mend Hub, giving people an opportunity to refresh skills or learn the basics of using a sewing machine to produce a collaborative piece of art.
Taster sessions will take place on Friday, February 6, followed by a series of four weekly workshops on Fridays, with the option to attend morning or afternoon sessions. All of the events are free to attend.
The workshops are part of a new project led by Luminate, Scotland’s creative ageing organisation, in partnership with ANGUSalive, Angus Health & Social Care Partnership and Voluntary Action Angus.
The project will offer a creative programme to three groups of older people in Forfar. As well as the library workshops, Maureen will also work with Lochside Connections Dementia Meeting Centre and the Deirdre Knight Day Centre. It is hoped that a selection of the artworks created will potentially be shared with the wider community at a later date.
Anne Gallacher, Director of Luminate said: “Luminate aims to inspire, support and develop creative ageing practice across Scotland, widening the opportunities available to older people. We’re excited to be working in collaboration with local partners in Forfar on this new project.”
Sally Wilson, Service Manager, Angus Health & Social Care Partnership said: “We are delighted to be part of this collaboration with Luminate. Creating and enhancing opportunities for social connection is a vital part of the Angus Community PlanningPartnership’s work, and we are proud to support it. We have no doubt that people will enjoy taking part and benefit from being involved.”
Booking is essential, as places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Participants must be library members and can join free when they sign up. To book telephone 01307 492121 or email [email protected].