Crafty Cuppa

Paint a Pot Party
2025-08-13 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Crafty Cuppa, 46 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HU, United Kingdom
Join us in the cafe workshop to paint a pot with friends.
Each Wednesday between 3-4pm we will have a selection of items to choose from for your child to paint (or why not paint too!)
Every child will get 1 £15 item from our instore range to paint using our large selection of glazes.
Items will be collected the following Monday to be glazed and fired then we will give you a call once your items are all finished!
We offer paint a pot at anytime we are open but these party sessions will include refreshments.
Booking essential

Wish Upon A Starre – Creative Session - 15th Aug
2025-08-15 13:30 - 14:30
Details to follow

Wellness together social group – Fortnightly Wednesdays 11-1pm
2025-08-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-17 11:00 - 13:00
.Wellbeing Together will be held every fortnight,
Join our group, make new friends and enjoy a welcoming space for conversation and community.
⏱️ 11am-1pm
📍The Crafty Cafe, 46 High E Street, Dorchester. DT1 1HU
📆 Wednesday 23rd July

Wish Upon A Starre – Creative Session - 22 August
2025-08-22 13:30 - 14:30

Wish Upon A Starre – Creative Session - 29th August
2025-08-29 13:30 - 14:30

Fused Glass Panel in Frame - 6th September 25
2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00
Fused Glass Panel in frame Workshop ????
Date: Saturday 6th September 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Crafty Cuppa CIC, Dorchester, DT1 1HU
Cost: £30
Light up your creativity in our Fused Glass Workshop!
Design and make your own glass panel using colourful glass and decorative techniques. Your panel will be kiln-fired and later assembled into a beautiful frame – perfect for your home.
✨ What’s included:
All tools and materials
Kiln firing of your finished pieces
Hot drinks
Friendly tuition in a relaxed space
No experience needed – just bring your imagination and a love for making!
Booking essential – message us or visit Crafty Cuppa CIC to secure your place.
Spaces are limited – don’t miss out!

Knit and Natter
2025-09-29 10:00 - 12:00
Knit & Natter Social GroupWhen: Every Monday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWhere: The Crafty Cuppa, 46 High East Street, Dorchester
Start your week with creativity and conversation! Bring along your knitting, crochet, sewing, or any other portable craft project and enjoy a couple of relaxed hours with fellow makers. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned stitcher, everyone is welcome.
No booking needed—just drop in, grab a cuppa, and get crafty!

Boardgame blowout
2025-09-29 13:00 - 15:00
🎲 Board Game Social Group with START 🎲🕐 Every Monday | 1:00–3:00pm📍 At The Crafty Cuppa💬 Free and open to all
Looking for a relaxed and friendly way to spend your Monday afternoons? Come along to our weekly Board Game Social, hosted by START. Whether you’re into classic games, strategy challenges, or just want some good company, there’s a seat at the table for you.
No experience needed – just drop in, join a game, and enjoy a cuppa while you play!

Wellness together social group – Fortnightly Wednesdays 11-1pm
2025-10-01 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-15 11:00 - 13:00
Wellbeing Together will be held every fortnight,
Join our group, make new friends and enjoy a welcoming space for conversation and community.
⏱️ 11am-1pm
📍The Crafty Cafe, 46 High E Street, Dorchester. DT1 1HU

Home schoolers Arts and Crafts - Invite only
2025-10-08 11:00 - 13:00
Fun 2 hour session for 10+ home schooled children to explore new crafts and arts in a safe and cosy atmosphere.

Neurodivergent Dorchester - Painting
2025-10-16 10:00 - 12:00
☆ Sensory Painting Meet ☆

Thursday 16th October

10am until 12noon

At the crafty cuppa workshop

£7 per person to cover cost of materials

I will also be accepting voluntary donations toward the venue hire cost.

This event will be limited to a maximum of 12 so please pop a comment below to be put on the list.

What is Sensory Painting?

I paint a lot at home for the purpose of regulating and processing my emotions, when I paint in this way I listen to music and apply paint to the canvas in whatever way feels right… I have no plan and let my senses guide me.

I rarely use brushes and instead will use pallet knives, sticks, bits of paper or anything else I feel like to apply the paint.

Sometimes I will stick bits of paper or tissue to the canvas or use sand or sawdust for texture.

In this session I would encourage you to bring headphones and a device for listening to music of you’re choice…

I will give a brief demonstration before we set to work.

You will each have a canvas and there will be a variety of paints and materials to use.

For me the purpose of painting in this way is to connect and get to know myself as a sensory being, so often in life as a neurodivergent person I can feel like I have to stifle my sensory experience, or that it causes me pain… and painting in this way brings freedom and joy to my senses. Like a little sensory holiday.

Of course, everyone has a different sensory experience, so we will each have a different way of achieving this… my goal is to demonstrate my process and open the door for you to discover your own.

Punch Needle for Beginners - Halloween Edition!
2025-10-18 13:00 - 16:00
Come along and learn a new creative skill! Join Clara (@paintedsoul and @rose_tintedrobin) to learn the slow but rewarding craft of punch needle to create your very own tufted ‘mug rug’ or hanging decoration.
Punch needle is a fun and easy to pick up craft. The needle feeds yarn through the fabric, leaving a loop which is held in by the tension of the fabric. This creates a 3D tufted piece –often used for cushions, wall art and rugs! You can also mix the front and back stitches to create works of varying textures. In this workshop you will be taken through how to use and thread the adjustable needle, how to stitch your piece and finally how to back and finish the decoration.
All materials will be provided, with your very own punch needle and embroidery hoop to take home alongside a booklet with tips, hints and instructions to continue to learn this beautiful craft at home.
There are three designs available, please choose which you would like to make at the checkout. We have the hanging ghost decoration, carved pumpkin mug rug and for those not a fan of halloween, we have a beautiful autumnal leaf mug rug.
As this workshop is held at a craft cafe there are also plenty of refreshments available!

Homeschooling art session – 22nd October 2025 – 11-1pm
2025-10-22 11:00 - 13:00

Creative Lunch for ALL parents and carers of children with SEND
2025-11-07 11:00 - 14:00
🌟 Creative Lunch for Parents & Carers of Children with SEND 🌟🗓 Date: Friday 7th November 2025⏰ Time: 11-2pm📍 Location: The Crafty Cuppa CIC, Dorchester, DT1 1HU🎟 Cost: Free – thanks to funding from The Leonardo Trust🌤️ Outdoor space available, weather permitting!📌 Booking essential – link below
Before the summer holidays begin, treat yourself to a moment of calm, creativity, and connection.
This Creative Lunch is open to ALL parents and carers of children with SEND, offering a chance to relax, recharge, and meet others who just get it. Come along and enjoy a welcoming space where you can create something just for you – no demands, no pressure, just a little creative escape.
💖 Enjoy:

A friendly, understanding atmosphere

Craft activities for adults (no experience needed)

Use of The Crafty Cuppa’s lovely facilities – including their garden, if the sun shines!

Refreshments and all materials provided

Thanks to generous support from The Leonardo Trust, this session is fully funded – all you need to do is book your spot and turn up.
📩 Reserve your place here:👉 Book via www.ticketsource.co.uk/shine21-dorset-down-syndrome-buddy-club
We can’t wait to welcome you 💛

Crafty Christmas Hang out
2025-12-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-18 13:00 - 15:00
It’ll be the week before Christmas and so a good opportunity to take a moment to connect with some members of the community, relax, have a moments rest and maybe some cake!
We will be at the crafty cuppa and there will be Christmas themed crafts available however you do not have to partake in the crafts to attend, and nor do you have to celebrate Christmas! You are welcome regardless 😊
You are welcome to attend one or both!
Wednesday 17th December
Thursday 18th December
1pm to 3pm
The Crafty Cuppa workshop
46 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HU
Enter through the cafe and someone there will direct you.

Challenge Patch Club - Burns Night
2026-01-23 16:30 - 17:30
Join Patch the Dragon in the cafe workshop for our fun new club.
Each week we will be completing a new challenge to earn a badge!
All materials will be provided for your child to create up to 8 activities dependant on age to get a sew on badge.
You can even purchase your very own Dragon and club mechanise to display your badges on!
We will be meeting every Friday 4.30-5.30pm.
£5 covers each badge, materials and refreshments
if you would like to join our Facebook group to find out more click here.
Booking essential

Hand build pottery mug
2026-01-24 12:30 - 15:00
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make Your Own Mug
Join us for a relaxed and creative hand-building pottery session, where you’ll make your own unique ceramic mug from scratch. This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to unwind, get creative, and enjoy a mindful afternoon.
You’ll be guided through the hand-building process, with time to shape and personalise your mug. You can choose to attend one session or two sessions (make and glaze). Your finished piece will be kiln-fired and ready for collection after completion.
📅 Saturday 24th January⏰ 12:30–3:00pm📍 The Crafty Cuppa
💷 £55 for one session💷 £85 for two sessions (with 1 month inbetween and opportunity to paint and glaze your mug
All materials included. No previous experience required.
✨ Booking essential as spaces are limited📞 To book, please contact: 07438 703136

Kings Cribbage
2026-02-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-20 13:00 - 16:00
Have you ever played King’s Cribbage? It’s certainly become a popular game with many local enthusiasts so why not come along.
If you would like to come along do ring Libby on 01305268316.
There are only a limited number of spaces so always best to check if there is space for you first.

Wish Upon a Starre - Sensory Fun Science
2026-02-19 14:00 - 15:00
Join our Science Professor for an hour of fun and sensory experiments.
Perfect half term activity for your young explorers.

Booking essential

Resin with Viv
2026-02-20 10:00 - 12:00
Come and join Viv and learn the basics of resin.
Viv will be bringing along her large range of moulds so lots of exciting things to make..
Classes are suitable of all abilities and if you wish to use larger moulds there may be an extra charge so always check with Viv in the

Challenge Patch Club -
2026-02-27 16:30 - 17:30

ASDivas and Dudes Social Saturday
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:00
ASDivas and Dudes is a wonderful parent support group aimed at supporting parents or carers, we meet monthly but we also like to meet once a month with the kids too!
So if you are a parent, carer or grandparent of a child with SEND and want to hang out with adults and their children who really get it!
If you would like to come then why not pop us a message at the cafe or info@asdivasanddudes.uk
This is a session for parents/carers and grandparents and their SEND Children. There will be lego, colouring and board games available for the children.
There is no cost but we do request you purchase drinks in the cafe to help pay for the space.

Sensory and Songs with Miss Rachel
2026-03-04 13:30 - 14:00
Join our Miss Rachel Performer for a fun morning of stories, nursery rhymes and sensory activities all designed to support your tiny humans development.
This event has been designed using our extensive training and experience in child development, education and early years. We have also used aspects from programs we are qualified in which are used to help with children’s attention spans, gross and fine motor skills and language development.
We use story, song, props – including parachute, sensory scarves, wooden toys, instruments, bubbles and more to keep your babies and toddlers engaged and entertained.
This session is fully led and encourages you to interact with your little one and we hope you’ll be able to use ideas from our time together at home too.
This is aimed at children aged three months to three years and their grown ups.
Parent/carer must remain with the child throughout the event.
If you have any questions please ask!
The ages are just a guideline, you know your child best and what they will enjoy, children over three are very welcome too!Join our Miss Rachel Performer for a fun morning of stories, nursery rhymes and sensory activities all designed to support your tiny humans development.
This event has been designed using our extensive training and experience in child development, education and early years. We have also used aspects from programs we are qualified in which are used to help with children’s attention spans, gross and fine motor skills and language development.
We use story, song, props – including parachute, sensory scarves, wooden toys, instruments, bubbles and more to keep your babies and toddlers engaged and entertained.
This session is fully led and encourages you to interact with your little one and we hope you’ll be able to use ideas from our time together at home too.
This is aimed at children aged three months to three years and their grown ups.
Parent/carer must remain with the child throughout the event.
If you have any questions please ask!
The ages are just a guideline, you know your child best and what they will enjoy, children over three are very welcome too!

Cold Porcelain Daffodil
2026-03-07 12:00 - 16:00
Join Stacey for 4 hours of creative fun as she shows you all the techniques needed to create your very own daffodil.
Once the class is over you can take home your finished makes and they will last forever!

Booking is essential via www.beautblooms.co.uk
