At Maker & Mind, we believe that the simple act of making something with your hands can transform your day, your mood, and your sense of self.
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Whether you're rediscovering a love of craft or picking up a needle for the first time, our studio in Ware is a space where process matters more than perfection, and where creativity is for everyone.
New Workshops
The Maker & Mind Studio classes are designed around the proven fact that making things can make you feel good. In Connie's textile and fibre-based workshops, the body, mind, and senses are engaged simultaneously; contact with a variety of materials and the rhythmic, repetitive movements of weaving or stitching naturally lower stress and induce a meditative calm. Freedom in creative direction is encouraged, and immersion in the process takes precedence over perfection. Accompanied by the rich history and traditions that connect makers across generations, and the creative joy of working with colour and texture, these workshops nourish wellbeing on multiple levels.
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Intro to
English Paper Piecing
Decorate a needle book with an EPP hexagon flower
Mini Weaving:
under, over, repeat
Play with colour and texture while building an understanding of woven textiles
Slow Stitching with
unusual materials
Intriguing yarns, found objects, and the stitches that welcome them
What we do
Want to celebrate a birthday, mark a special occasion, or just get together with friends to create and connect? Think your team could do with some quality time to relax and play? We'll design a bespoke workshop or series tailored to you and your vision, with all the materials and tools provided. Have the Studio to yourselves, or we can come to you.
Our Philosophy
Grow creative confidence
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You don't need to be "good at art" to benefit from making. We create supportive spaces where everyone—from complete beginners to experienced makers—can explore, experiment, and grow.
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Improve wellbeing
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The evidence is clear: working with your hands reduces stress, improves focus, and boosts mental health. Our workshops harness the therapeutic power of making, offering you a chance to unplug, breathe, and create something meaningful.
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Create consciously & sustainably
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We care about where our materials come from and the impact our making has on the world. Sustainability and mindful consumption are woven into everything we do.
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Enjoy the process
There's no rush here. No timers, no grades, no finished product that you have to achieve. At Maker & Mind, the joy is in the doing; the feel of the fabric, the rhythm of the stitches, the quiet pleasure of making something with care.
Address
The Maker & Mind Studio
3 Baldock Street
Ware
Hertfordshire
SG12 9DH
Phone
07535 861 569
