Tue 25 Aug
|Bankfield Museum
Summer Craft Sessions: String Art Decorations
Tuesday 25 August, 10am to 11am or 11.30am to 12.30pm Bring shapes and patterns to life with vibrant yarn in this creative string art session. Children will wrap, layer and weave colourful threads around different shapes to build bold, textured designs.
Time & Location
25 Aug 2026, 10:00 – 11:00
Bankfield Museum, Akroyd Park, Boothtown Rd, Halifax HX3 6HG, UK
About the event
Bring shapes and patterns to life with vibrant yarn in this creative string art session. Children will wrap, layer and weave colourful threads around different shapes to build bold, textured designs. A fun and engaging craft that transforms simple materials into eye-catching decorations.
All workshops are led by our brilliant Learning Team with all materials are provided, and you will have a new creation to take home at the end.
Booking is essential - are there are two slots per activity to choose from. Tickets are £5 and children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults do not need tickets. Suitable for ages 5+.
Please note this event will be held in our Education Room, which is located on the first floor of Bankfield Museum. Please contact museum.learning@calderdale.gov.uk to discuss any access needs.
The full Summer Craft Sessions programme includes: Tuesday 4 August - Clay Flowers
Friday 7 August - Summer Slime
Tuesday 11 August - Faux Stained Glass
Friday 14 August - Creative Bead Weaving
Tuesday 18 August - Paper Marbling
Friday 21 August - Fabric Printing
Tuesday 25 August - String Art Decorations
Friday 28 August - Screen Printing