All over Australia during 2020, people have had more time and interest in developing their creative skills and working on simple and achievable ways to improve their home decor.
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Isolation and social distancing has encouraged many to take up new and old hobbies, and COVID-19-safe workshops are gaining popularity as a way for small groups to get together to learn, socialise and create a handmade original item.
That's why Annie Giffard from Shades of Distinction is combining her therapist and creative teaching experience to host lampshade making workshops in the Central West.
Annie, who lives in Forbes with her farming husband Tony, has been a workshop counsellor and creative mentor for more than 20 years.
With a Masters in Counselling, specialising in group therapy, Annie's creative workshops are designed to simultaneously develop friendships and creative skills.
Annie has recently completed an extremely popular series of personalised lampshade making workshops throughout regional Tasmania.
She has returned to NSW to host a series of lampshade workshops in the Central West during October, November and December.
Just like her workshops, the venue locations are unique and full of atmosphere.
"I encourage participants to recycle and repurpose their own previously loved fabrics, or I have stock of beautiful natural Australian made fabrics and all items needed for the workshop," Annie said.
"It's such a fun and relaxing way to be with friends or meet new people in a small group whilst learning a new skill."
The Forbes workshop takes place this Friday, October 23 from 10am-2pm at the Carrawobitty Rural Retreat.
The Parkes workshop is on Wednesday, October 28 between 10am-2pm in the Chapel Studio at the Old Convent in Currajong Street.
People can book their spot in a lampshade workshop by using this link: www.stickytickets.com.au/lampshadeworkshopswithannie
Annie can be contacted on 0411 367 166 for further information.
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