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We’re so focussed on the idea of expanding the minds of our children and students that we often neglect and overlook the importance of our own adult learning and continued professional development. I’m a firm believer in the motto, ‘Want to be happier? Learn something new!’ And when I do treat myself to a creative […]

Last week we were joined by Ben, a year 10 student from a Cams Hill Secondary School in Fareham. Ben joined us during a busy admin and marketing week as we were organising our annual mail-out for Open Studios. Having an extra pair of hands during the week was incredibly helpful as Making Space is […]

I thought it was about time that I did a post about Young Designers and shine a spotlight on some of the amazing work that’s come out of the first term and a half at Making Space. Young Designers is a course for 11 – 16yr olds that want to learn about various creative industries […]

Here at Making Space, we’ve got a bit of an artist crush on the awesome Stella Harding. Working previously together on one off workshops and Making More, we can’t get enough of her gorgeous sculptures and incredible woven pieces of art. As you can imagine we were thrilled when Stella said she’d come and run […]

We’re excited to have just added a new Volunteer Role to our opportunities to get involved with Making Space! We are seeking enthusiastic, confident and friendly volunteer(s) to assist our Duty Manager during our evening classes. (Term time only) This role would suit someone with an interest in craft and the creative sector who has some […]

Making Space is thrilled to be part of the first ever Hotwalls Studios Festive Creative Market. The event will be a celebration of designer makers carefully curated by local creative organisations.  The Market takes place on Saturday 3 December from 10am – 4pm at Hotwalls Studios & The Round Tower, Old Portsmouth PO1 2FS. On sale […]

I don’t know about you but as soon as the clocks go back as the nights are dark I can’t think of anything better to do with my evenings then to curl up on the sofa, with a blanket and indulge in a little me time. Autumn is when craft projects come out from hiding […]

It’s been a while since we’ve had a fully booked creative season at Making Space but I’m happy to report that A/W 2016 at Making Space is shaping up to be a fun filled and inspiring term for any of our adult customers who love coming on creative courses. Over the next few months we […]

October is a great month for all artists as it’s officially The Big Draw month! Founded in 2000, The Big Draw (formally The Campaign for Drawing) is an arts education charity that promotes visual literacy and the universal language of drawing as a tool for learning, expression and invention. The charity leads a diversified programme encompassing […]

Last week Jasmin, a local student who has previously been a participant on the ‘Make Your Mark’ and the ‘D-Day’ projects, joined Making Space for a weeks work experience. Jasmin currently attends Havant Academy and asked Making Space if she could have her weeks placement with us. Of course we were really keen to accept […]