09/06/2026
Good morning ๐
Over the last ten years or so, through Grace & Favour and now through Calme I have become much more aware of how good being a little bit creative can be for us.
Not because we're trying to make perfect things. Not because we're trying to be artists.
Just because it gives us a little bit of time away from everything else.
I've watched people come into workshops convinced they can't make a thing. They've apologised before they've even started. Then two hours later they're laughing, chatting and leaving with something they're really proud of.
That's one of the reasons Calme exists.
Yes, we do workshops. Yes, we drink a lot of tea. โ๏ธ๐
But really, our creativity is more about creating a space where people feel comfortable. Somewhere to come if you've had a rubbish week. Somewhere to meet people. Somewhere to learn something new. Somewhere to remember that life isn't all rushing about and looking after everybody else.
And if you're thinking, "That's not for me, I'm not creative"...
Start with a cup of tea. Honestly. You don't have to make anything.
Come for a brew. Have a chat. Meet some lovely people.
The rest has a funny way of taking care of itself. ๐
I'd love to know...
What do you do to switch off?
What helps you relax when life gets busy?
Pop your answer below and tomorrow we'll be choosing a winner so that one lucky person can have a little me time and create this cute little owl ๐ฆ๐ฆ