Art and Craft Programme Ideas

Combine simple English, story sequencing, character design and illustration to create an individual or group storybook.

Combine clay, paper craft, reusable materials, chenille or 3D making into a regular programme, short workshop or themed activity.

Select a suitable clay medium, level and theme for a regular creative programme, parent-child workshop or festive activity.

Explore colour, shape and arrangement through an individual or group mosaic project suited to the age group and format.

Choose a suitable small leather item and decoration direction, with the project and tools confirmed for the participant group.

Use pressed flowers, colour and a small project concept as the starting point; materials, tools and ventilation must be checked for the setting.

Combine paper cutting, weaving, knotting or other confirmed crafts into a themed programme, festive workshop or intergenerational activity.

Shape and combine wool fibres into a small project, with tools, pace and support confirmed for the participant group.

Use repeated patterns, line work or star weaving as a calm, focused art experience without making therapeutic outcome claims.

Build a tactile, visually layered artwork through shape and colour, with the theme and medium confirmed for the activity.

Explore flowing colour and composition with alcohol ink, subject to prior confirmation of materials, ventilation and venue conditions.

Twist, combine and shape chenille stems into a small character, decoration or themed project for different activity formats.

Use bonsai-inspired composition and colour to create a flat or layered artwork, with the medium confirmed for the programme.

Combine finger painting, oil pastel, watercolour or introductory painting into a suitable starting point for young children or families.

Use reusable or three-dimensional materials for a themed craft, model or installation direction in a regular class, workshop or activity day.

Begin with safe handling and foundation twists, then create an age-appropriate balloon model or themed piece within the activity time.