Children's Crafting Workshops
At Birkhill House CIC boasts dynamic and inventive ways for children and young people to explore their creative impulses and express themselves - with the focus on linking crafting to nature and using as many upcycled and reclaimed materials as possible.
Our animals are always a part of the crafting scene here, with a chance to meet the alpacas, cats and other animals after the creative work is done - and sometimes even while we're still crafting! In the summer, weather allowing, we sometimes set up our crafting tables right in the alpaca enclosure, and in the winter the cats find the cosy fire in the workshop irresistible...
Have a browse through our upcoming workshops for children below. You can also sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date.
Once you have booked your child/children in to workshops here, you will need to complete a consent form, which covers permission for your child to attend and participate, photography policy and other details. You will find this form, which can be completed online or printed out, as well as more information on our terms and conditions here.
Paper birds - children's workshop
Thursday, 9th April 2026
2-4pm
Join us to learn how to make these bright, intricate paper birds - part of our Easter programme for children aged 7+.
Come along to design and decorate your very own hanging bird with workshop leader Eva Reed. A great way to spend an afternoon during the coming school holidays.
Once done, there will be time to visit with our alpacas and other animals.
£10/child
Booking essential
Sticker day - community event
Sunday, 12th April 2026
2-4pm
Come choose a sticker or five and doodle your way through a mindful afternoon At Birkhill House.
A big donation item here At Birkhill House is stickers. We have so many now that we thought maybe a sticker day would be in order. Our favourite thing to do is choose a sticker to use as a centrepiece for a doodle or two. But you may have different ideas. Why not join us to find out?
Tea/coffee, juice & snacks included and we will also save some time, always, to say hello to our alpacas and other animals.
Drop in any time between 1-4pm on the day.
These community sessions are generously funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and are therefore free to attend. However, spaces are limited so please only book if you intend on coming.
FREE
Booking essential
Beads & bracelets - children's workshop
Tuesday, 14th April 2026
2-4pm
Join us for some relaxed fun beading and making string bracelets - part of our Easter programme for children aged 7+.
Come along and make the most of our extensive bead collection with workshop leader Eva Reed. From necklaces to earrings, decorative hangings to key rings, there will be something for everyone. We will also have our embroidery threads out for those who would like to get to grips with friendship bracelets. A great way to spend an afternoon during the coming school holidays.
Once done, there will be time to visit with our alpacas and other animals.
£10/child
Booking essential
Print making - children's workshop
Thursday, 16th April 2026
2-4pm
Join us for some messy print-making fun - part of our Easter programme for children aged 7+.
A fun workshop is led by craft guru Eva Reed! We will be using a wide variety of materials - from natural objects like sticks and moss to sponges and lego pieces - to create vibrant pieces of amazing wall art.
A great way to spend an afternoon during the coming school holidays.
Once done, there will be time to visit with our alpacas and other animals.
£10/child
Booking essential
Craft Club (7-11) - Late Spring 2026 block
2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd May 2026
1-2.30pm
Relaxed Saturday club for the craftily-minded children of the Scottish Borders.
Four-week blocks of crafty workshop sessions designed specifically for aged 7-11. This block will focus on reclaimed and upcycled plastics - taking what is bound for the landfill and giving it a new lease of life.
Craft leader Eva Reed will guide the children through a few different project options, leaving plenty of room for creativity and plenty of time for socialising and visiting with Birkhill's herd of adorable alpacas and other animals.
£9/child/session - Block booking only. No refunds issued.
TOTAL: £36
Craft Club (11+) - Late Spring 2026 block
2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd May 2026
3-5pm
Relaxed Saturday club for the craftily-minded young people of the Scottish Borders.
Four-week blocks of crafty workshop sessions designed specifically for aged 7-11. This block will focus on reclaimed and upcycled plastics - taking what is bound for the landfill and giving it a new lease of life.
Craft leader Eva Reed will guide the children through a few different project options, leaving plenty of room for creativity and plenty of time for socialising and visiting with Birkhill's herd of adorable alpacas and other animals.
£10/child/session - Block booking only. No refunds issued.
TOTAL: £40
