The Centre hosted a Wreath Making session in partnership with Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust.
32 people attended the session earlier this month at The Centre to learn how to make Christmas Wreaths.
The group began by learning how to twist and weave the willow into a hoop before weaving greenery such as ivy and all sorts of evergreen which are abundant at this time of year before adding natural embellishments and jewels like dried poppy seed heads, teasels and berries to add texture.
32 people went home “buzzing” with feelings of accomplishment and confidence and the joy of having creating their own wreath.
Jenny King, Jenny King Wild At Heart Project Officer said “We had a fantastic day at The Centre in Brinsworth making natural wreaths from seasonal greenery and willow.”
“No plastic was needed and we made the most of the beautiful natural greenery bring life to these dark winter days. What could be nicer than coming home to see your very own handmade wreath on your door?”
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and make the most of the natural world and reduce feelings of isolation by joining in with a group activity. Meeting other people and breaking the ice and starting a friendship from a shared interest and an inclusive and supportive environment.”
About Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart is a friendly supportive nature based group for adults, run by Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust.
Funded through the Big Lottery Community Fund, It’s based on the seasons and exploring local wildlife and green spaces.
It’s an opportunity to improve wellbeing, meet other people and try out new nature based hobbies and skills (or build on old ones and share your talents with others!)
Sessions usually start with a short nature walk to set the scene and then a nature based activity, like crafts, cooking, wildlife gardening and learning about how to help wildlife thrive etc.
We are really looking forward to starting our new wild at Heart group at the Centre in Brinsworth. Weekly nature based activities for adults. From Tuesday 14th January we will be
- 14th January – Welcome to Wild at Heart and badge making!
- 21st January – Seasonal Soup and Rock Painting
- 28th January – Caring for our garden birds
- 4th February – Winter Trees and Sketch Walk with Fran Halsall
- 11th February – Minibus visit to Thrybergh Country Park
- 18th February – Introduction to pyrography
All 10am – 12noon at The Centre in Brinsworth.
Booking is essential please contact Jenny King j.king@wildsheffield.com 0114 263 4335 to book your place or find out more. Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/WildatHeartproject/
