When Was the Last Time You Did Something Just for You?
Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is pause. Discover the story behind The Luxury Scent Experience and why we believe creativity can be one of the best forms of self-care.
Building a Sustainable Future Through Creativity: Why Skilled Hands Is Launching New Creative Experiences
Discover how Skilled Hands is embracing innovation to build a more sustainable future. From expanding our paid creative workshops to launching The Luxury Scent Experience at Hockley Arts Club, this article explores how creativity, social enterprise and community impact are helping us continue empowering women, children and families across Nottingham despite today’s challenging funding landscape.
Why Do My Sewing Machine Stitches Look Wonky at the Bottom? A Beginner’s Guide to Fixing Messy Bobbin Stitches
Have you ever turned your fabric over after sewing and found messy, tangled, or uneven stitches underneath? In this beginner-friendly guide, we explore the most common causes of wonky bottom stitches and show you exactly how to fix them.
Threads of Resilience: More Than a Runway, More Than a Red Carpet
Discover the inspiring stories behind Red Carpet 6: Threads of Resilience, a Skilled Hands fundraising event celebrating confidence, creativity, fashion, and community empowerment in Nottingham.
Why Schools Teach Children How to Pass Exams — But Not How to Use Their Hands
Schools teach children how to learn and pass exams, but often overlook creativity and hands-on skills. This blog explores why practical craft skills are essential for confidence, wellbeing, and future income opportunities — and introduces Skilled Hands’ after-school clubs and craft camp for kids, now open for registration.
What to Sell at Your First Craft Fair or Makers Market to Actually Make Money
Craft fairs can be busy, inspiring, and full of opportunity, yet many stallholders leave having made very few sales. This practical guide explores what actually sells at craft fairs, common mistakes first-time sellers make, and how to choose the right products, pricing, and stall setup to increase your chances of making money.