{"title":"Christmas Craft Workshops","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGet Creative This Christmas at Maker Studio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a little creative magic to the festive season with our Christmas-themed workshops at Maker Studio! Whether you’re looking to try something new, learn a skill, experiment with materials or simply enjoy some time out, our friendly, relaxed workshops are a lovely way to get creative and connect with fellow makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll have plenty of Christmas-inspired ideas to spark your imagination, from festive colours and seasonal motifs to handmade decorations and gifts. 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Daniellle has over 25 years experience as a florist and will be there to guide and help you making your own Christmas Wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will create your own natural Christmas door wreath with eco-friendly materials and winter foliage. You'll take home your unique and beautiful door ready Christmas Wreath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll materials and tools are provided.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mince pie and a coffee or tea will also be served to get you in the Christmas spirit... Christmas jumpers optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Tutor - Danielle Springate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDanielle is the owner and head florist at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/annsflowers.co.uk\/\" title=\"Annes Flowers Eastbourne\"\u003eAnn’s Flowers Eastbourne\u003c\/a\u003e, a coffee bar florist based at Framfield Way, Eastbourne. 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