Creative Days

There are plenty of crafts throughout the pages of this blog to keep you busy in the comfort of your own home however for some, there is nothing quite like the meeting of like minded souls for a day of mindful creativity.

Join me on the outskirts of Liphook, Hampshire in the heart of the wonderful South Downs National Park for a day of Crafts at The Little House with Whitewood and Linen. We have created a sweet place alongside my home where you can come and join in one of the many fun-filled, creative days in a risk-free and totally all-inclusive crafty environment and where any level of experience is the only entry level required. Here is a place where everyone is encouraged to enjoy their creative time together, learning and growing without judgement.

You can choose from days spent stitching or sticking or painting or playing with petals. On crafty days here we work magic with candles and wire and wood and use fabric scraps in many a creative way. There quite simply is a craft for everyone.

And of course while you are here you get to visit beautiful Belle and sosmetimes you might meet the seasonally styled Doris too.

This is what those who attended the very first creative day had to say


Creative Workshops 2024

Autumn Workshops

Friday 11th OctoberAn Autumnal Watercolour Painting and seasonal Handpainted Notelets (with envelopes) – using loose watercolour skills demonstrated to you and after plenty of fun practice, you will create your own unique framed autumn painting together with a beautiful set of notelet cards. Perhaps you will enjoy learning to paint pumpkins or autumn fruits or maybe golden leaves and seedheads will be your seasonal choice. This workshop will suit absolute beginners or experienced alike – guided by guest tutor Sara Smith and Helen, Whitewood and Linen

Saturday 12th October A Natural Everlasting Autumnal Tablescape and Seasonal Flower and Fungi Pot Pourri – using expertly and beautiful dried flowers and seedheads from Lucy’s very own flower farm in the heart of the Cotswolds, you will create an exquisite Everlasting Tablescape. This decoration can also be a wreath if preferred. And using a plethora of crafting mediums you will create delicate flowers and fungi to add to a bag of seasonal scented pot pourri – guided by guest tutor, Lucy from Lucy Phillips Flowers and Helen, Whitewood and Linen – SOLD OUT!

Friday 25th OctoberAutumn Candle Making and Seasonal Flower and Fungi Pot Pourri – using seasonally scented essential oils and soy wax you will create gorgeous candles and wax melts. And using a plethora of crafting mediums you will create delicate flowers and fungi to add to a bag of seasonal scented pot pourri – guided by guest tutor, Ruth of Cucumber Wood Candles and Helen, Whitewood and Linen

Saturday 26th OctoberAutumn Fabric Flower and Fungi – using vintage fabrics, laces and trimmings you will create a selection of autumnal flowers and fungi including apples, plums, acorns, mushrooms and many surprise additions. These decorations can be added to a seasonal bowl of pot pourri, line a (book) shelf or mantlepiece or simply brighten up a corner of your home year after year – this workshop is guided by your tutor Helen, Whitewood and Linen – ONLY ONE SPACE REMAINING!

Christmas Workshops

Friday 15th NovemberSOLD OUT!

Saturday 16th NovemberSOLD OUT!

Friday 22nd November SOLD OUT!

Saturday 23rd NovemberSOLD OUT!

Using just about every crafting medium I have available, you will create three beautiful and Festive Decorations featuring Paper, Wood and Vintage Fabrics! Do come along and get your Christmas festivites off to the very best start enjoying a fully immersive and fun day of crafting at the seasonally decorated Little House. Please note, the crafts created on the Christmas Workshops are the same three crafts on each day.


All workshops run from 10am until 4pm (ish)

At each workshop, I provide refreshments, home baked goodies and a wholesome home cooked lunch. I aim to cater for most dietry requirements, please let me know at the time of booking any requirement you might have

The cost of each workshop is £80 per person and includes the cost for all the materials unless otherwise stated. Payment for the day is required in full at the time of booking. My terms and conditions for booking a place on a Whitewood and Linen workshop are issued at the time of your enquiry, please read them carefully before paying for your place


To book your place now, please email helen@whitewoodandlinen.com stating the date and Creative Day you are interested in and the number of people your booking is for.


If you are thinking of staying a while and exploring the beautiful South Downs National Park or perhaps visiting the delightful surrounding market towns whilst joining me for a Creative Day, here are a few suggestions to help you with your search for overnight accommodation.