Be part of something truly special on our Mindful Making Monday

We’re opening Festival Week with a gentle, meaningful project that brings Ilkeston together stitch by stitch. Between 10am and 2pm, drop in at any time and help us create a beautiful community quilt that will be gifted to a local care home supporting people living with dementia.

This isn’t just crafting, it’s connection. It’s slowing down, sharing stories, making something with your hands that will bring comfort to others. Whether you stay for ten minutes or the whole session, your stitched work will become part of a bigger whole … a patchwork of kindness, creativity and community spirit.

No sewing experience needed just bring yourself! We’ll show you everything you need to know. You’ll be surrounded by friendly faces, gentle conversation and the warm, welcoming atmosphere that everyone talks about.

We are delighted, and feel very honoured, that we are showcasing The Ripple Effect Dress for the Festival Week! Come and see it and marvel at a glorious work of art, stitched together by over 100 people.

Refreshments will be available to buy and you’re welcome to bring your own lunch or nip out locally.

Come and add your stitch to something that will mean the world to someone else. A simple act, a shared moment, a lasting gift.