Transform an old book into a personal gratitude container in this creative workshop for adults.
Tuesday 14 April 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Corner Dora Street and, Queens Rd, Hurstville NSW 2220, Australia
$8.50
Discover the joy of gratitude through a hands-on creative workshop designed to nourish your spirit and spark your creativity. This session invites you to transform an old book into a unique container for gratitude using collage, found poetry, pocket-making, and simple stitching techniques. Autumn, a season of harvest and reflection, provides the perfect backdrop to start a meaningful gratitude practice.
You'll learn how to reveal words, layer images, and create pockets to tuck away moments, memories, or reminders of joy. This workshop is beginner-friendly and requires no prior experience, making it ideal for adults seeking a creative outlet and a gentle reminder of what nourishes them.
This is more than just an art project—it's a tool to revisit and add to whenever gratitude flows, helping you cultivate a lasting practice.
The workshop is facilitated by Mary-Helen Daly, a qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist and Counsellor who guides participants to become their own creative doorway. You will learn foundational skills such as found poetry, collage, pocket-making, and simple stitching.
By the end of the session, you will have created your own unique altered book to continue your gratitude practice at home. The workshop is suitable for adults aged 16 and over.
Bookings are essential, and participants should arrive on time as late arrivals may lose their spot to the standby queue. If you cannot attend, please cancel at least 3 hours prior to the event to allow others to participate.
The event takes place at Hurstville Library, located at the corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville. The library is committed to providing inclusive services and programs.
If you have any accessibility requirements or support needs, please communicate them via email or during registration to ensure a comfortable experience.
Public transport and parking options are available nearby, making it convenient for local residents and visitors alike.
Participants must be aged 16 years or older. The workshop is designed for adults and is beginner-friendly.
Please arrive promptly by 5:30pm; late arrivals beyond 10 minutes risk losing their place if there is a standby queue. Repeated failure to notify cancellations may result in future booking refusals.
The library does not endorse or promote any products used during the workshop.
The workshop costs $8.50 per participant. Booking is essential and can be made through the library's booking system.
Please ensure to cancel your booking at least 3 hours before the event if you cannot attend, helping to manage limited spaces effectively.
This affordable price offers a valuable creative experience facilitated by a professional art therapist in a welcoming community setting.
