Transform old books into personal gratitude containers in this creative workshop at Hurstville Library.
Tuesday 14 April 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Corner Dora Street and, Queens Rd, Hurstville NSW 2220, Australia
$8.50
Engage in a unique creative practice that turns old books into beautiful, personal containers for gratitude. This hands-on workshop invites you to explore collage, found poetry, pocket-making, and simple stitching to craft a meaningful gratitude tool. Autumn's reflective season makes this the perfect time to nourish your spirit through art.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how to alter book pages by revealing words, layering images, and creating pockets to hold moments of joy and gratitude. The session is designed for adults aged 16 and over and requires no prior experience. Facilitated by local artist and qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist Mary-Helen Daly, this event encourages ongoing creative expression.
- Learn found poetry, collage, pocket-making, and simple stitching techniques.
- Create your own unique altered book to use as an ongoing gratitude practice.
- Suitable for adults 16 years and older.
- Duration: 2 hours.
The workshop will be held at Hurstville Library, located at the corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville. The venue is committed to accessibility and inclusive services. Participants can communicate any support needs via email to the library.
This event is sold out, but you can join the waiting list. Arrivals more than 10 minutes late may lose their spot if there is a standby queue. Please cancel registrations at least 3 hours prior if unable to attend to avoid future booking refusals. The library does not endorse any products used in the workshop.
Bookings are essential and the cost is $8.50. The event is for adults aged 16 years and over. To join the waiting list, please register through the library's provided channels.
