4 DAYS TO GO!!⏱️🚐
🫖The kettle’s warming up!
Ready for The Talking Shop on Tour NEXT WEEK!
We’re bringing the conversation to you and- everyone’s invited!
The Talking Shop on Tour - transforming cultural and democratic participation one conversation at a time☕️
#everyonesinvited
Very excited about taking the tea trolley & sofa on the road. Huge thanks to Cardiff Capital Region for making this tour possible #EveryonesInvited
📢NEXT STOP ON TOUR…‼️
The Talking Shop on Tour location 4️⃣ is…
📍NEWPORT
🗓️31st July
⏱️11:30am - 3:30pm
From Cardiff ➡️ Bridgend ➡️ Cwmbran- We’re beyond excited to be bringing The Talking Shop on Tour to Newport!
Catch us in Bridge Street between HSBC and Natwest. #everyonesinvited #newport
Next stop for The Talking Shop on Tour is…🚐
📍 BRIDGEND!
🗓️ 29th July
⏱️ 11:30 am - 3:30pm
Swing by for a cuppa, free creative activities, conversation, information and democratic deliberation ☕️🎨
#everyonesinvited #bridgendcountyboroughcouncil #porthcawl
🚐 Guess what? We’re BACK — and on the move!
The Talking Shop on Tour is hitting the road this summer! We’re bringing the kettle, conversation, and creativity with us to towns and cities across South Wales🫖🎨🗣️
📍 First stop: Cardiff
👀 Next stop? Stay tuned…
#everyonesinvited #cardiff
Whilst we are sorting out how to pioneer a long-term Talking Shop we're gonna take things outdoors. Our tour pack with all the info about how to book us is now available online. Let's get the kettle on! www.omidaze.co.uk/uncategorize...
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#OneConversationAtATime
Thank you to our creative host Bernice for her Nature Crafts workshop yesterday🌱
Our visitors loved using all the natural materials to create images based on the pictures of the beautiful and breathtaking forests and woodlands of Dreaming Wellness Retreat in Rhayader. 🌿
#everyonesinvited
Thank you so much to our creative host Heidi for facilitating the most wonderful Embroidery Workshop on Tuesday🪡
Our visitors had so much fun learning the fundamentals and techniques of embroidery and created the most beautiful patterns!
Thank you again Heidi/ Diolch eto Heidi✨
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it’s very to lose track of what really matters.
There has been a lot of #Caturdays missed in the shuffle.
Please show me the #photos that you have tucked away
Let’s make a great gallery together🐕 🐈⬛ 🐈
#Cats
#Cutecats
#Catsmoveeverythingaroundme
#Photograph
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Join us for this special Virtual Reality experience, ‘Branching Out Showcase’ with The Open University
Escape into the world of Virtual Reality and explore the tree related activities and hidden forest wonders.
It’s free and suitable for all ages and abilities.
#everyonesinvited #blackwood
Thank you so much to our creative host Abril for her 2 part Monoprinting Workshop this week.
Such wonderful prints made by our visitors here in Blackwood!
Everyone’s invited! ✨
#oneconversationatatime #everyonesinvited #blackwood #caerphillycounty #ragrugging #creativeworkshop
Next week at The Talking Shop…☕️
We have lots of FREE creative activities going on for the whole week of May half term.
Plus: An exciting Virtual Reality Experience the Open University
Everyone’s invited!
We can’t wait to welcome you! ✨
#everyonesinvited #oneconversationatatime #blackwood
New art exhibition‼️
A Community Patchwork Banner made by our visitors in the Blackwood community.
A vibrant tapestry of shared stories. Our collaborative banner brings together the hands and heart of our community.
#everyonesinvited #oneconversationatatime #blackwood #patchwork #artexhibition
Step into Tuesday and unleash your creativity at our FREE Embroidery Workshop next week, the 27th May 10:30-12:30pm.
Learn essential stitches, explore unique patterns and craft your own textile.
Perfect for complete beginners or if you’re looking to refine your skills.
#everyonesinvited #blackwood
Thank you to Osian for facilitating his comic book drawing workshop yesterday✍🏻
Our visitors had so much fun in particular one visitor who was able to utilise the art of visual storytelling to express and emote the journey of their autistic experience.
#everyonesinvited #oneconversationatatime
Thank you to our host Heidi for facilitating our experimental watercolour painting workshop last week✨
Our visitors loved getting super creative whilst building upon new skills in water colouring painting 🎨
#watercolourpainting #everyonesinvited #oneconversationatatime #blackwood
Come and spend a relaxed, creative day learning the mindful art of Rag Rugging🧶
A beautiful, sustainable craft that turns old fabric into something truly special.
Come and join us this Friday 23rd May 10:30am - 1pm
Everyone’s invited!
#ragrugging #blackwood #everyonesinvited #creativeworkshop
What are your thoughts on how public bodies could better involve communities when drafting their plans and policies?
#oneconversationatatime #everyonesinvited #blackwood
Next week at The Talking Shop☕️ …
Mono printing, Comic Book Drawing, Crochet, Botanical Drawings and back by popular demand Rag Rugging.
Come and join the fun, get crafty and enjoy a free cup of tea ☕️.
Everyone’s invited!
#oneconversationatatime #blackwood #everyonesinvited
Thanks to our host Osian for our Comic Book Drawing workshop yesterday!
Join Osian next Tuesday 2-4:30pm for his Comic Book Drawing workshop and learn the art of visual storytelling✍🏻
The creative activity, information and conversation is free and so is the tea ☕️
#everyonesinvited
Unleash your inner storyteller!
Learn the fundamentals of visual storytelling, develop your unique style, and leave with your very own short comic strip.
No prior experience needed-just your imagination ✨✍🏻
#everyonesinvited
Thank you to our creative host Bernice for facilitating this fantastic Bark Painting workshop yesterday!
Our visitors created such amazing works of art! Wow! So much talent and creativity here in Blackwood!✨
Join us every week Monday-Saturday for more free creative activities🎨
#everyonesinvited
Unleash your creativity and connect with nature in our FREE Botanical Drawing Workshop🌿
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this immersive experience is perfect for anyone who wants to refine their skills and explore the beauty of plants through art!✍🏻
#everyonesinvited
Thank you to our host Ciara for facilitating our Glass Jar Painting workshop yesterday!
Such beautiful designs and our visitors had so much fun creating them! 🎉✨
#oneconversationatatime #everyonesinvited #blackwood
We are open Mon-Sat 9.30-5.30
8/9 The Market Place
Blackwood NP12 1AU
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#everyonesinvited
We look forward to welcoming you!
Mon - Sat 9.30-5.30
8/9 The Market Place, Blackwood NP12 1AU
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#everyonesinvited
Take a look at Liverpool Community Independents, Newham Independents or the Dursley Diggers. There is so much happening at the micro-party level.
Hell, even @greensorganise.bsky.social are pushing at the open door of Socialism.
#EveryonesInvited
Join us at the Creation Station 🎨
All next week the creation station is available everyday at The Talking Shop☕️.
From painting, to crochet, to clay making, to pebble painting…the creative activities are endless!
Stick with us- it’s going to be crafty! ✨
#everyonesinvited #artsandcraft
Thank you so much to Wales Millennium Centre for joining us in the shop yesterday for ‘Impulse: Playing with Reality’ - a VR Experience!
What a fantastic experience! Our visitors loved it.
Thank you again!
#Everyonesinvited
