Welcome to Funky Cat Design!

Image of hand-made jewellery, using recycled denim and jeans, and wooden beads

Life racing past? Hit pause and make something beautiful.

Crafting offers boosts cognitive function, reduces stress, strengthens social bonds, and supports fine motor skills. My workshops create a joyful, hands‑on space where individuals can relax, explore their creativity, and make something beautiful to treasure. Each session is inclusive, creative and fun, and suitable for older adults and mixed‑ability groups. If you love handmade joy, behind‑the‑scenes peeks, and colourful chaos, message me and let’s plan something beautiful.

What to Expect:
– Step-by-step guidance
– Cosy, relaxed crafting
– Lots of chats and laughter
– Your finished item to keep and enjoy!

If you’re in Winchester (including Badger Farm and Oliver’s Battery), I can bring the craft fun straight to your home (up to 5 people) — or you can gather a bigger private group (6 people plus) at Badger Farm Community Centre. Contact me directly – and let’s chat about what works best for you!

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Thank you to everyone who stopped by for a chat or treated themselves to something handmade from my stall! It was a wonderful day surrounded by beautiful woodland scenery, and we loved every minute of it. We even managed to sneak away for a peek at the bird‑of‑prey displays — including a very special one‑to‑one moment with an eagle.
To top it all off, the weather was on our side, giving us a warm, sunny spring day that made the whole event feel even more magical.
My partner and I came home with tired feet and full hearts!

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We all had a fantastic time, creating our own cute, rustic spring wreath using yarn, felt, florist-wire frames and festive embellishments. All tools and materials were provided, plus tea, coffee and gluten-free biscuits.

Location: Badger Farm Community Centre, Winchester, Hampshire
Workshop Dates:
– Fri 20 March,18:15–20:30 — 16+ and adults only.
– Mon 30 March, 10:00–12:00 — Family friendly.

Here are some images from the workshops to give you a taste of what we achieved!

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Once upon a time, there was a very much loved pair of denim trousers… best for all occasions: work and leisure alike.
The trousers served me well, so when the time came to get new jeans, I couldn’t part with the old ones.
I was determined to find a way to upcycle and give them a new lease of life.
And so here it is, my brand new collection of pre-loved upcycled denim jewellery – bold and funky, and full of character!

Check out my Folksy shop: https://folksy.com/find/shop/funkycatdesign

New designs and gifts coming soon, so watch this space!