Tunnel of Wood

Like their younger cohorts, the Alrewas Guides and Scouts are well up for community art projects. Which is why, when British Waterways asked us to repair the sad-looking willow tunnel at Fradley Pond with help from members of the local community, we knew who to call.

Over two days we worked with Guides and Scouts to plant, tie, weave, and bodge all the willow we had to create a sturdy, lasting structure.

The children and adults all got a bit muddy and a little chilly, but fun was certainly had by all.

We're back in Fradley on Sunday 24th to finish it off, with the help of some more locals.

You're welcome to drop-in and join us at 10am-1pm or 2pm-4:30.

Wear gloves and lots of layers!

Crafty Christmas at Fradley

Image by yuichi.sakuraba via FlickrWe want to say thanks to everyone who came, helped out, created, sang and enjoyed the Crafty Christmas event at Fradley Junction today, as well as a massive thanks to British Waterways and Alrewas Arts Festival for helping to make it happen.

We will be uploading photos from the event, as well as worksheets to remind you of how to make those irresistable little sleeping mice and the funky paper lanterns, in the next few days, so remember to check back later to see those!

We would also like to take the opportunity to wish you all a very happy Christmas, and a great New Year! We've got some big plans for next year, including the imminent launch of our brand spanking new website, as well as some cracking new projects and events, both in and out of schools--we're very excited!