Foil mobile making workshop

Catch the light and create your own shimmering masterpiece in this hands-on workshop at Chirpy. Led by the talented Emma and Lynn from North Print Collective, you will learn the therapeutic art of crafting eye-catching foil mobiles. Discover how to cut, emboss, and assemble high-shine metallic materials into a beautiful, kinetic sculpture that dances in the breeze. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned crafter, you will leave with a stunning, personalised piece and the skills to keep creating at home. All materials and friendly guidance are provided, so just bring your curiosity and creativity. • Cost: £45 per person • Skill Level: No experience necessary—beginners welcome! • Age: 16+ During the workshop you'll be able to get 10% off at Chirpy. About the workshop providers: Lynn is a textiles, art, and design technology teacher who has been inspiring people of all ages and abilities since 2009. Alongside her teaching, she creates her own artwork, drawing inspiration from pattern, nature, the world around her and the fascinating lives of others. She works across many mediums, but the varying forms of printmaking have always been her greatest passion and where she most enjoys guiding others to discover their own creative voice. The workshops she co runs are hands-on, welcoming, and designed to make creativity feel accessible, joyful, and fun. Community and collaboration are important to Lynn. She creates opportunities for people to connect through shared making, encouraging them to express their stories and experiences through art. One project involved guiding students to create textile pieces reflecting their experiences of Covid. Their work became part of the ‘Threads of Survival’ community project in Hyde Park, where it was transformed into quilts and toured the country as part of a national exhibition. Through the workshops, Lynn offers a welcoming, hands-on space where creativity can grow, confidence can flourish, and everyone is invited to explore the joy of creating. Emma Digby is a practising printmaker and experienced educator who has been teaching since 2006. Alongside her work in education, she maintains an active practice, working across a wide range of printmaking techniques and embracing the hands-on, exploratory nature of the medium. She also enjoys using inks, foil and collage. She has extensive experience teaching printmaking skills to learners of all ages and abilities, with a particular strength in making processes accessible, supportive, and enjoyable. Her teaching is rooted in a strong understanding of materials, process, and creative confidence-building. Emma’s work is inspired by a rich mix of influences, including font and the natural world. These themes emerge in her prints through symbolism, pattern, shadows, and a sense of wonder, reflecting a deep love of storytelling, curiosity, and close observation.