🎨 I had a lovely little creative session today, with a young artist creating her very own canvas painting. I thought I'd share a few pictures because it's always lovely to see how different people interpret the same idea and put their own personality into their artwork. 💛
And tomorrow it's the grown-ups' turn! 😄🎨🥂
I'm hosting my Paint & Sip at The Bear of Burton tomorrow evening, Thursday 20th August, 7–9pm, and there's still time to join us.
You can choose between two gorgeous summery designs:
🌻 Sunflowers
🌸 Pink Daisies
No experience needed — I'll guide you step-by-step, and all materials are provided. Plus, your first drink is included! 🥂
It's a lovely chance to switch off, have a laugh, get creative and spend a couple of hours doing something just for you.
💛 There are still a few spaces available, but if you book now, please message me with your choice of 🌻 Sunflower or 🌸 Pink Daisies so I can get your canvas prepped!
👉 Book here:
https://portal.thecreationstation.franscape.io/class-overview/10276
Who fancies joining me for a little Thursday night creativity? 🎨🥂
The Creation Station Christchurch
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Creative arts and crafts classes, parties and holiday activities in Christchurch, Highcliffe, Burton, Mudeford, New Milton and surrounding Dorset areas.
🌧️🐢 Well… the rain has finally arrived! 🐢🌧️
After weeks of sunshine and heat, I think we're officially allowed to say…
Perfect day for getting creative indoors! 🎨😂
I've still got a few spaces for TODAY'S Sea Turtle Canvas Painting Workshop at Arcado Lounge, and it could be the perfect rainy morning activity.
🐢 Paint your own sea turtle canvas
🎨 Guided step-by-step session
💚 Add your own colours and creative touches
🏡 Take your finished masterpiece home
And grown-ups can paint too! 🙌
👧 Child's place £15
🎨 Add a canvas for yourself for just £8 using code PAINTTOGETHER
That's two canvases for £23 — a lovely way to spend a rainy morning together. 💕
📍 Arcado Lounge, Christchurch
⏰ 10.30–11.30am TODAY
☕ And you can always stay afterwards for a coffee, brunch or lunch!
🌧️ Fancy a last-minute creative morning? There are still spaces!
👉 Book here: https://portal.thecreationstation.franscape.io/class-overview/11621
Come and swap the rain for some colour! 🌈🎨🐢
🧪🎪 What a fabulous day at Christchurch Carnival! 🎪🧪
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to say hello, stopped by the Creation Station stall and, of course, to all the amazing creative kids who got stuck into making their very own slime! 🌈✨
There were some seriously colourful and wonderfully gooey creations going home with you! 😆
I had such a lovely day meeting so many families and seeing everyone enjoying the Carnival. 💚 If you spot yourself or your little slime maker in the reel, give yourselves a wave! 👋
And if your child loved making slime… why not bring the fun to their next party? 🥳
Slime is a brilliant party activity and I'm now taking bookings for autumn Arty Parties. 🎉
But there's plenty more creativity coming up before then!
🎨 Canvas Paint Workshop
📅 Wednesday 19th August
📍 Arcado Lounge, Christchurch
🏴☠️ Paint & Decorate a Treasure Chest
📅 Friday 28th August
📍 Arcado Lounge, Christchurch
If you'd like to get your children booked onto either of these holiday workshops, or you're thinking about an Arty Party this autumn, just drop me a message or head to my website to book www.thecreationstation.co.uk/activities/christchurch 💚
Thank you again to everyone who made the Carnival such a brilliant day! 🧪🎪
14/08/2026
🎪 IT'S CARNIVAL TIME TOMORROW! 🎪
And I’ll be back with my Slime Stall! 🧪✨
Come along and make your very own colourful, stretchy, sparkly slime to take home 🌈💚
💷 £7 per pot | £5 for 2nd sibling
👨👩👧 Grown-ups, you’re welcome to get stuck in too! This is a hands-on activity, so parents/carers will need to stay with their child.
💷 PLEASE BRING CASH!
I’ll be cash only tomorrow, and with the notoriously unreliable signal around the Quay, cash is definitely the easiest option.
🎪 Lots happening at the Carnival, so come along, enjoy the day and make sure you come and find me for some slimey fun!
👋 Who's coming?! Drop a 🧪 or 🎪 in the comments if I'll be seeing you tomorrow!
🐢🎨 WHY SHOULD THE KIDS HAVE ALL THE FUN?! 🎨🐢
Our next Summer Holiday Creative Workshop at Arcado Lounge is getting a little upgrade… grown-ups can paint too! 💕
Join me for a fun, guided Sea Turtle Canvas Painting Workshop, where your child can create their own colourful sea turtle — and you can create one alongside them!
You'll each have your own canvas, and I'll guide you through the painting step-by-step. Follow the same design or add your own colours and creative touches to make your artwork completely unique. 🎨✨
Child's place: £15
Fancy joining in? Simply book a second place for yourself and use code PAINTTOGETHER on the second booking to get £7 off.
That means two canvases for just £23! 🎉
🐢 Two artists. Two canvases. One lovely memory. 💕
📅 Wednesday 19th August
⏰ 10.30–11.30am
📍 Arcado Lounge, Christchurch
And why not make a morning of it? You could explore the FREE Christchurch Dinosaur Trail around town before or after, then stop at Arcado Lounge for a coffee, brunch or lunch. 🦖☕🥐
🌟 You can still use SUMMER26 for 10% off when booking 2 or more of my Summer Holiday Creative Workshops.
🐢 Sea Turtle Canvas Paint – 19th August
🏴☠️ Treasure Chest Decorating – 28th August
🎨 Book here:
https://portal.thecreationstation.franscape.io/class-overview/11621
Who would you bring along for your painting date? 🐢🎨💕
Here's another activity to do with your child, create your own viewer for tonight's eclipse 🌞 🌙
11/08/2026
🎨💛 This really sums up why I love my Paint & Sip evenings...
You don't have to be "good at art", and you certainly don't have to create a masterpiece. It's about taking a couple of hours out of your busy life to laugh, chat, have a drink, try something new and do something just for you. 🥂
And I see it happen every month — people arrive saying they're not artistic, and leave surprised by what they've created and, more importantly, how much fun they've had!
🌻🌸 Want to give it a try?
My next Paint & Sip at The Bear of Burton is on Thursday 20th August, 7–9pm, and you get to choose between two summery designs — a gorgeous Sunflower or my much-loved Pink Daisies, which I'm bringing back after they were one of my very first Paint & Sip designs at The Bear.
✨ No experience needed
🎨 All materials provided
🥂 First drink included
💛 Step-by-step guidance and plenty of fun!
💬 Which would you choose — 🌻 Sunflower or 🌸 Pink Daisies?
👉 Book your place here:
https://portal.thecreationstation.franscape.io/class-overview/10276
And if you're coming with a friend (or several!), message me for a discount code. 💛
You joined your first Paint & Sip this summer...
You weren't there to create a masterpiece.
You were there to laugh.
To switch off.
To try something new.
And somewhere between the first brushstroke and the final product, you remembered what it feels like to do something just for you.
That's the kind of confidence creativity has a way of bringing.
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Whether it's a community celebration, family fun day, festival or workplace event, creativity has a wonderful way of bringing people together.
It sparks conversations.
Encourages people to try something new.
Creates moments that make everyone smile.
Whatever your age or experience, there's something special about sharing a colourful experience with others.
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