Take a creative pause from the Christmas chaos with artist Kathryn Dacre in this thoughtful, hands-on floristry workshop for mums.

A Moment to Bottle is an opportunity for mums to pause, reconnect with creativity, and make something that celebrates a small moment of joy, calm or connection.

Join artist Kathryn Dacre for a thoughtful, hands-on floristry workshop inspired by the concept of ‘glimmers’ explored by Maternal Journal: those small moments of joy, safety or connection that can help us feel grounded and supported.

You'll be guided through designing and creating your own completely personal dried flower arrangement, using natural materials to capture a feeling, memory or moment that means something to you. You'll leave with a beautiful, tangible reminder of that feeling to take home with you.

This workshop is particularly for mums who would like to reconnect with their creative identity outside motherhood, while enjoying some dedicated time to make, reflect and connect with others.

All materials are provided, and Kathryn will offer friendly, expert guidance throughout. The workshop is suitable for all creative abilities; no previous floristry experience is needed. This is a session for adults, but babes in arms are welcome.

About Kathryn Dacre

Kathryn Dacre is a floral artist based in Tilehurst. Her work celebrates unique personal stories, using nature as her palette. She works with the natural colour and shape of plants to create beautiful installations layered with symbolism, helping people connect with themselves and their environment.

Sustainability is at the heart of Kathryn's practice. She is committed to using British-grown ingredients, sourced responsibly through relationships with local growers, Reading residents and independent gardeners.

Kathryn founded Green Feather Flowers in 2021. She runs workshops for creative mums in Reading and creates original, deeply personal floral designs for weddings and funerals across Berkshire.

This workshop is offered at low cost as part of a public engagment programme for our artist resident scheme. If you are able and wish to we have an option to donate to Jelly.

By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our workshop behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies (https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies)

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