Craft Lab: Pocket Pals

11am-12.30pm & 1.30-3.00pm

The Valence Craft Lab is a playful, ever‑changing space for hands‑on making. Each session explores new creative themes and materials, inviting children and adults to experiment, invent, and bring imaginative characters and objects to life.

This season, we’re taking inspiration from one of the most iconic creature‑collecting worlds — the pocket‑sized companions that shaped millennial childhoods and continue to spark creativity today. Now it’s time to pass that magic on!

Create your own pocket‑sized creature, designing bold shapes, unexpected features, and vibrant personalities. Makers of all ages can craft a unique companion to take home, using a mix of playful techniques and materials.

Suitable for 5+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult

Our spaces are wheelchair accessible.

If you have specific SEND requirements or sensory concerns, please contact us at valencehousemuseum@lbbd.gov.uk so we can make your visit as enjoyable as possible.

We want everyone to enjoy our events. A designated Quiet Room is available nearby for anyone who needs a sensory break or a calm space during the session

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