The SWI is passionate about lifelong learning and helping women live their best lives. With a range of online and in-person events such as Skill Share Sessions, Expert Talks, National Events and Competitions and Celebrity Showcases, there's something for everyone!
October 15th | 12pm - 4pm | In person - Sold Out
Member Training | Online event | October 22nd 2024 | 2pm - 3pm
This friendly training event – for members only – focuses on how to get the best results from Canva, a great free design tool which you can use to create eye-catching event announcements.
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Online event | Oct 24th | 6pm-7pm
The Heritage group meet on a monthly basis to drive forward progress for the SWI Heritage project, with an objective on preparing a ready to go collection for the planned Visitor Learning Centre.
Any member is welcomed to join this group, whether you have a specific story to share or simply want to stay informed, to join us for an informal online evening session.
Join the meeting here.
October 24th - 27th | 7pm - 8pm | In person
Join Us at the Creative Crafts Show in Glasgow!
We are excited to invite our members to volunteer at the Creative Crafts Show from October 24th to 27th in Glasgow. Whether you’re available for a morning or afternoon slot, your help would be invaluable. Volunteers will receive a free pass for the day.
Additionally, we are looking for enthusiastic crafters to lead our popular Make & Take sessions. These sessions run daily from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Make & Take volunteers will enjoy a free ticket to the show and will be reimbursed for the materials used in their sessions.
Please email charlotte.hughes@theswi.org.uk to volunteer. You can buy discounted tickets for this event here using code CRAFTSTITCH.
Online event | Oct 30th | 7pm-8pm
The SWI is committed to lifelong learning and these online sessions are aimed at bringing women together to learn from experts and each other.
Join Mary Morton and Ros Studd as they talk clothing, sustainability, and positive actions for our climate! This event is perfect for anyone interested in learning practical skills, fostering community connections, and taking action towards a more sustainable future.
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National Competition | Deadline November 4th 2024 | Open for entries
Theme - Our Fragile World
Harness the potential of your camera in this year's photography competition. We encourage members to delve into the theme of 'Our Fragile World' by entering your compelling photos.
The competition prizes are:
1st place - £25 voucher for SWI's online shop
2nd place - £15 voucher for SWI's online shop
3rd place - £10 voucher for SWI's online shop
Please email your photographs as Jpegs to hello@theswi.org.uk before the deadline of Monday the 4th of November 2024. Entries will be judged after the deadline and the winners will be announced by the end of November 2024.
Click here to register and pay on Beacon - if you need a form emailed to you seperately, please contact us to request one. Have fun and good luck!
Online event | November 12th | 7pm-8pm
This friendly training event – for members only – focuses on how to get the best results from Facebook.
You will learn:
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Online event | Nov 18th | 7pm-8pm
The SWI is committed to lifelong learning and these online sessions are aimed at bringing women together to learn from experts and each other.
Celebrity chef Coinneach Macleod is usually found travelling the world promoting wonderful Scottish baking and cooking, but on November 18th he’ll be chatting to you!
The Lewis-based international bestseller will be interviewed by Masterchef 2024 finalist Sarah Rankin, herself a cookery book writer, and the pair will be giving advice on Christmas food and different twists on classics. This is sure to be a popular get-together, so get your tickets early!
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Online event | Dec 3rd | 7pm-8pm
The SWI is committed to lifelong learning and these online sessions are aimed at bringing women together to learn from experts and each other.
The ladies will talk about how they met, what they love about crafting, and how teddy bears have brought them fame. Expect lots of laughter, heatwarming stories, and behind the scenes tales from set. Plus you'll hear all about Bartie Bristle, the star of Amanda and Julie's new children's book, Bartie Bristle and other stories.
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SWI Christmas Quiz | December 12th 2024 | 7pm - 8.30pm
It's that time of year again! Roll on the SWI's Christmas quiz, hosted by SWI members! This year will be buckets of fun, come together with your friends and enjoy this lively, festive event...
This is open to members and non-members and there will be lots of excitement and surprises on the night. The winning quizzer will win a £50 Marks & Spencer voucher!
Wear your best Christmas jumper and bring along your favourite fizzy tipple!