Budgeting Workshops London

Creative Upcycling & Mindful Making Workshop

Give new life to a loved item with simple upcycling and mindful creativity. Beginner‑friendly workshop in North Acton. Give new life to something you already own. In this hands‑on upcycling workshop in London, you’ll bring a jacket, bag, or clothing item that needs a refresh, a stain to hide, a hole to fix, or simply a personality boost, and transform it into something uniquely yours. This session blends creative mindfulness, slow fashion, and accessible upcycling techniques to help you reconnect with your creativity while reducing waste. ♻️ What You’ll Do You’ll start with a short, guided meditation to help you drop into a calm, creative flow state. Then, you’ll customise your chosen piece using pre-made iron‑on patches or make your own patch with fabric scraps. You’ll learn how to hand‑sew, create your own patch using iron‑on backing, and repair stains or holes with simple techniques you can easily repeat at home to refresh your favourite garments. No sewing experience needed. No artistic talent required. Just bring something you’d love to reinvent, repair. 👚What to bring? Suggested items to bring are: Sweatshirts, cotton items like tote bags, jackets, t-shirt, trousers, dresses, denim and linen work well. Think natural fabrics DO NOT BRING items that are completely synthetic, swimwear, leather or heavily embellished items or shoes. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirement. I f you would like to have one-on-one workshop, please email Lise at atelier_zorro@hotmail.com 🌱 Why Join? Learn simple upcycling and clothing repair techniques Refresh or personalise an item you already own Reduce waste and embrace sustainable fashion Enjoy a mindful, creative break from everyday life Connect with others in a relaxed, supportive environment 📍 Workshop Details Location: North Acton Square, The Village Hut (2 min from North Acton tube) Time: 11:00 AM Duration: 90 minutes Group size: Maximum 8 people (intimate, supportive setting) Age: Adults 16+ 🎟️ Who Is This For? Perfect for anyone interested in: Upcycling clothes Sustainable fashion Creative mindfulness Slow living Repairing or personalising clothing Beginner‑friendly craft workshops in London Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned maker, you’ll leave with a refreshed piece you love, and a deeper connection to your creativity. Tickets are fully refundable up to 48 hours before the workshop. Get your ticket in Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-upcycling-mindful-making-workshop-london-north-acton-tickets-1990586686364?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&_gl=1*1by3lty*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTMzMTE4NjQ0MS4xNzgxMzc1NzMx*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODEzNzU3MzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODEzNzU3MzAkajYwJGwwJGgw If you can’t make it after that, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend. Because this is a small session with limited spots, refunds are not available within 48 hours of the event.

🌳 London FI Park Meetup: May Edition

Hi all, Can you believe we’re already looking at June? The days are at their longest, and we’re leaning fully into park season. ☀️ It’s a very relaxed setup—just BYO picnic rug, food, and drinks for a frugal evening of great FI chat. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 30rd 🕒 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: St James's Park (Behind the Marlborough Gate Kiosk—conveniently near the public toilet block!) Note: If the British weather doesn't play ball and it’s too cold or rainy on the day, we will switch to a nearby pub. Keep an eye on the group for the final call! Details on the event will be shared in the whatsapp group below, This meetup page will not be updated! https://forms.gle/kgsChtbTbaVk38Vv5

Samba Reggae Drumming Workshop - open to all levels!

Come along to the Maxilla to enjoy a drumming workshop open to all levels, whether you're beginning or an advanced drummer, you can learn how to play the authentic afro brazilian rhythms with Marcos Santana all the way from Salvador de Bahia! £10 Any queries call Marcos on 07772 470198 As featured in Time Out's "1000 things to do in London for under £10"! http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/f/8/c/event_243632652.jpeg

BASIC DRILL SKILLS - EVENING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-drill-skills-166/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-drill-skills-166/) **⋆⋆⋆** Would you like to put shelves and curtains up … that stay up? You are not alone! In this fast-paced evening workshop, we share the ‘know-how’ of a corded and cordless drill. We’ll show you why the power tool is your friend and give you the confidence to master it in just one evening. Identify what any wall is made of and learn how to select the correct combination of drill bit, wall fixing and screw to ensure that your shelves can hold your heavy items and flat-screen TVs, curtains and blinds stay up. Learn to drill into tile and brick without creating a shallow, wide hole and a cloud of dust! Leave with the skills, confidence and know-how to go home and hang those pictures and shelves that have sat on your floor for months, waiting to reach their full potential. All tools and materials supplied. Beginners welcome.

East London Write Together

Acting Workshop

We are an informal and friendly group who meet in one of the studios at the Cockpit Theatre to develop our skills and confidence in a relaxed environment. We will go through a few exercises and try out some: improvisation, script work, duologues or monologues, with participants optionally bringing their own material or pieces to work on together. The exercises and things we work on differ from week to week. Beginners are welcome. The workshop is led by Mark Ramsay, a trained actor with almost 30 years of film and stage experience with occasional assistance from a guest facilitator. Venue: The Cockpit Theatre, Marylebone, Gateforth St, London NW8 8EH, Studio 3 (Upstairs) **Time: 18:00 to 20:00** Cost: £7 for the room hire, payable at the venue in cash **If no longer attending please update RSVP**

Cuddle Workshop - Sunday 5th July 2026

**CUDDLE WORKSHOP** **The UK's Longest Running Cuddle Event - 16 years!** **with Anna Shekory (Fortes)** Cuddle Workshops are bursting with fun, connection, deep relaxation, nervous system support, laughter and healing. We include playful light exercises to help everyone relax, boundary and consent practice, some real heart warming exercises and our famously popular Cuddle Pods (where you get to receive your own cuddle wishes from your small group). Whether you're a nervous beginner or a cuddle connoisseur, come and join us! This is a prebook only event. You're welcome to book through Meetup or pay directly using PayPal (without additional booking fees) - just use the email address anna@CuddleWorkshop.co.uk and state the workshop date. \*Please email us first if you do this to ensure there are spaces and so that you get booked in\* Concessions are available on request. www.cuddleworkshop.co.uk **\*\*\*You'll get an email a few days before the workshop with directions and details of what to bring/wear etc. Please contact Anna if you don't receive it\*\*\*** Please note: The number of people indicated as 'attending' on Meetup will not reflect the true number attending. We generally have between 25 - 30 people, with a roughly equal gender split, and workshops are confidential and will never be photographed or filmed.

BASIC DRILL SKILLS - MORNING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-drill-skills-163/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-drill-skills-163/) **⋆⋆⋆** Would you like to put shelves and curtains up … that stay up? You are not alone! In this fast-paced weekday morning workshop we share the ‘know-how’ of a corded and cordless drill. We’ll show you why the power tool is your friend and give you the confidence to master it in just one session. Identify what any wall is made of and learn how to select the correct combination of drill bit, wall fixing and screw to ensure that your shelves can hold your heavy items, curtains and blinds stay up. Learn to drill into tile and brick without creating a shallow, wide hole and a cloud of dust! Leave with the skills, confidence and know-how to go home and hang those pictures and shelves that have sat on your floor for months, waiting to reach their full potential. All personal protection, tools and materials are included. Suitable for absolute beginners. Enjoyable for everyone.

DIY IN A DAY – DRILLS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/diy-in-a-day-drills-352/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/diy-in-a-day-drills-352/) **⋆⋆⋆** Learn the basics at this fast-paced but relaxed one-day workshop. A perfect starter for all those annoying jobs around the house that you feel you should be able to tackle…if only you knew how. We know it’s frustrating to wait for it to be done and then get charged for it and we understand it can be a bit daunting to head into a wall with a power drill. Pick up the skills to hang curtains, blinds, and simple shelves on any wall. Learn to drill into wood, brick, tiles, or hollow walls with confidence. We will show you how to judge what is behind the walls before you drill. An enjoyable ‘ hands-on’ one-day workshop that covers many of the common aspects of basic DIY. If you have just bought your home and have realized it didn’t include a landlord to fix stuff, or just don’t want to rely on someone else, this day is for you. There is plenty of time to practice on several exercises over the day. The workshop also covers hanging pictures and heavier objects like mirrors, cupboards, and flat-screen TVs. You will learn how to hang a hook, fix a baton, and then a pair of level shelf brackets. Finish off the day learning how to fit shelves into awkward alcoves – a handy skill you can use to fit work surfaces too. Learn how to select the correct drill bit, wall fixing, and screw to secure things confidently. The day will also include a chance to fill small and medium holes in wood and walls to prepare your surfaces for painting. Along the way, we show you how to remove old wall fixings and what to do with the ones you can’t. This a fun fast day with plenty of tools to try and lots of advice on which tools to have in a basic toolkit. If you are thinking of upgrading your drill, you can test all of the ones we use and feel more knowledgeable about what you want to buy. This course is especially suitable if you are not handy or if you are able, but not that confident, about tackling small but important tasks in your home. We will also suggest how to tell if a task is appropriate for DIY or GSI (Get Someone In). You will take home a set of skills that will last a lifetime. All tools and materials included. Perfect for beginners.

INTRO TO WOODBLOCK PRINTING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodblock-printing-3/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodblock-printing-3/) **⋆⋆⋆** **Course:** Intro Wood Block Printing **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners. No prior experience is required. **About:** Spend a day learning to cut a wood block to create layered relief prints. Printing onto paper. This one day course is a great introduction to the craft of reduction woodcut printing onto ‘Awagami’ paper. Even if you have never cut into a piece of wood or have any artistic experience, You will be able to explore your creativity and learn wood cutting methods to create prints. You will be guided through the techniques to carve your own woodblock, creating a layered image as the surface of the block is cut away at each stage, printing each new colour as you go. A single block will be carved and printed in layers, lightest to darkest, until a final unique piece reveals itself. You will learn to use different woodcarving tools to make various cuts into your woodblock taking inspiration from iconic Japanese woodcut prints (like The Great Wave of Kanagawa), well known artists, nature, and patterns to create your own design with guidance from tutor Ollie Norris, or perhaps you may already have your own designs in mind? The woodcuts are shallow and do not require great strength to make, so the workshop is open to all abilities. All use of tools and materials supplied Bring an apron or wear old clothes in case some of the paint jumps onto you.

DIY IN A DAY – PLUMBING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/diy-in-a-day-plumbing-166/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/diy-in-a-day-plumbing-166/) ⋆⋆⋆ Learn how to tackle some basic plumbing tasks around the home in this practical, hands-on workshop. During this one-day weekend workshop, our experienced tutor will walk you through some ‘dry’ exercises to top up your skills in the ‘wet arts’ of your home. Plumbing = Water in and water out. There will be plenty of time to learn how to isolate the water supply, fix a leaky tap, rescue something from a U bend and unclog a blocked sink. All the basic essentials that you need to be able to do yourself without the expense of calling someone in. Learn the principles of replacing a tap, if the replacement washer didn’t do the trick, or if you are just a fashionista that wants the latest design. Get the know-how of how to fit a washing machine and a dishwasher to the ‘loo’, where you will learn how to replace any non-working part in your cistern. Warm up your knowledge of your heating system – how it works and how and when to bleed a radiator or adjust the pressure on your boiler. You will also practice how to remove and replace silicone sealant around the bath and shower. So you can go home and give your bathroom a mini-makeover, without spending a fortune. All of our courses take place in a safe environment. There is no use of blow torch or welding equipment and no running water systems. Every exercise is done on dry disconnected examples but with enough detail to add confidence to any learner. This course is created to add to any homeowner’s proficiency and sense of self-sufficiency. It will also benefit housing landlords who want to take on minor repairs in their properties. Leave with the confidence to tackle some basic plumbing jobs around the house and gain some independence. All personal protection, tools and materials are included. Beginners welcome.

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 EVENINGS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-54/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-54/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box **Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary. **About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. An absorbing five-week course for confident beginners and an enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this five-week course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass-backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well-proportioned flip-lidded box is constructed of European redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure- and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard-weary hands have been needing the skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well-equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Key skills:** * Measuring marking and cutting dovetail joints to make an accurate framed box. * Planing and shaping a hardwood lid to fit the softwood frame base. * Making and fitting a hardwood dowel joint to attach the frame base to the lid.