Events & Classes at ReStore
ReCreate Community Classes
Introduction to Textiles
Whether you’re interested in textiles for fashion, interiors or products, this
8-week introductory course will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills to work on your own project. During the first 5 weeks you will learn how to work with different techniques and materials, including machine stitching, knitting, embroidery and applique, before going on to make your own piece.
FREE (all materials included). Please note spaces are limited and booking is required.
Click here to book or contact alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Introduction to Textiles
Whether you’re interested in textiles for fashion, interiors or products, this
8-week introductory course will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills to work on your own project. During the first 5 weeks you will learn how to work with different techniques and materials, including machine stitching, knitting, embroidery and applique, before going on to make your own piece.
FREE (all materials included). Please note spaces are limited and booking is required.
Click here to book or contact alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Introduction to Upcycling
Learn how to turn old materials and furniture into something new!
During the first 5 weeks you will learn how to work with different techniques and materials, including how to repair faults, use paint to create different effects and basic upholstery, before going on to work on your own project.
FREE (all materials included). Please note spaces are limited and booking is required.
Click here to book or contact alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Past Events & Workshops
Winter Market at ReStore
Come along to our Winter Market on Saturday 4th December from 10am till 2pm. We've got lots of new products in store made by our brilliant volunteers and learners, plus a family craft activity in our workshops.
Hope to see you there!
Winter Market at ReStore
Come along to our Winter Market on Saturday 4th December from 10am till 2pm. We've got lots of new products in store made by our brilliant volunteers and learners, plus a family craft activity in our workshops.
Hope to see you there!
As part of Book Week Scotland, Cothrom are hosting a series of walks celebrating and exploring our connection to place.
Land - Tuesday 16th Nov, 10am-12pm . A guided walk round Rueval, Benbecula led by local crime author Libby Patterson. Libby will be sharing passage from her book 'Hebridean Storm' and inviting participants to join her in a group story making activity.
Sea - Wednesday 17th Nov, 2-4pm. A guided walk round Lochboisdale pier to Gaasay led by local crime author Libby Patterson. Libby will be sharing a passage from her book 'The Uist Connection' and inviting participants to join her in a group story making activity.
Sky - Saturday 19th Nov, 10am-12pm. A guided walk of the woodlands at Loch Drudibeg reserve with rspb warden Claire Bird. Claire will be inviting us to think about how birds and other animals inhabit this place and what we can learn from them. Family friendly walk - children welcome.
Book via eventbrite here or email alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
As part of Book Week Scotland, Cothrom are hosting a series of walks celebrating and exploring our connection to place.
Land - Tuesday 16th Nov, 10am-12pm . A guided walk round Rueval, Benbecula led by local crime author Libby Patterson. Libby will be sharing passage from her book 'Hebridean Storm' and inviting participants to join her in a group story making activity.
Sea - Wednesday 17th Nov, 2-4pm. A guided walk round Lochboisdale pier to Gaasay led by local crime author Libby Patterson. Libby will be sharing a passage from her book 'The Uist Connection' and inviting participants to join her in a group story making activity.
Sky - Saturday 19th Nov, 10am-12pm. A guided walk of the woodlands at Loch Drudibeg reserve with rspb warden Claire Bird. Claire will be inviting us to think about how birds and other animals inhabit this place and what we can learn from them. Family friendly walk - children welcome.
Book via eventbrite here or email alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Where I am - Community Writing Project
Throughout November we're celebrating our connection to place and would like to invite you to share your experiences with us, through a short writing activity. This could be about a familiar walking spot or somewhere you go by yourself or with others.
Here is a short writing guide for further information.
Sunday 21st Nov, 2-4pm (zoom)
During the zoom event you will be invited to share your experiences of writing about place and work together to create a word map of our shared experiences.
Book via eventbrite here or email alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Our Community Shed, is a social space for sharing skills, tools and materials. On alternate Saturdays we're opening up our workshop spaces so you can use our facilities to work on your own projects, meet other makers and learn from each other. So whether you're a novice or experienced maker, get in touch and let us know what you're interested in.
We've got lots of woodworking, textiles and upcycling tools available and a member of staff will be on hand to facilitate.
When: Saturdays (13th & 27th Nov, 11th Dec, 8th, 22nd Jan)
Further dates will be announced in the new year.
Where: ReStore, Ormiclate, South Uist
Contact: alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Limited capacity, covid restrictions in place.
We've got lots of woodworking, textiles and upcycling tools available and a member of staff will be on hand to facilitate.
When: Saturdays (13th & 27th Nov, 11th Dec, 8th, 22nd Jan)
Further dates will be announced in the new year.
Where: ReStore, Ormiclate, South Uist
Contact: alison.stockwell@cothrom.net
Limited capacity, covid restrictions in place.
ReCreate is a series of free workshops at ReStore. Each workshop will focus on creatively reusing or upcycling different materials.
Thurs 21st Oct, 6-8pm - Fishing Rope Door Mat - upcycle fishing rope into an ocean plait woven door mat
Thurs 28th Oct, 6-8pm - Darn it! Visible Mending - learn how to repair and embellish clothes using simple weaving techniques with yarn donated by Birlinn Yarns
Thurs 4th Nov, 6-8pm - Antler Craft with Ani George from Cast of Antlers - make a keyring or necklace from cast antlers
Thurs 11th Nov, 6-8pm - Upcycled Wooden Clock - upcycle wooden furniture into a stylish clock
Thurs 25th Nov, 6-8pm - Pom Pom Garland - learn how to make decorative pom pom garlands
Thurs 9th Dec, 6-8pm - Winter Wreath - upcycle textiles and other materials into a seasonal wreath
Thurs 21st Oct, 6-8pm - Fishing Rope Door Mat - upcycle fishing rope into an ocean plait woven door mat
Thurs 28th Oct, 6-8pm - Darn it! Visible Mending - learn how to repair and embellish clothes using simple weaving techniques with yarn donated by Birlinn Yarns
Thurs 4th Nov, 6-8pm - Antler Craft with Ani George from Cast of Antlers - make a keyring or necklace from cast antlers
Thurs 11th Nov, 6-8pm - Upcycled Wooden Clock - upcycle wooden furniture into a stylish clock
Thurs 25th Nov, 6-8pm - Pom Pom Garland - learn how to make decorative pom pom garlands
Thurs 9th Dec, 6-8pm - Winter Wreath - upcycle textiles and other materials into a seasonal wreath
