Title: Queer Crafts with Notts LGBT+ Network and Zesty's Collective
Date: 27th July 2026, Monday
Time: 6pm-onwards (Can stay as long or as little as you'd like)
Location: Nottingham Contemporary, Weekday Cross, Nottingham, NG1 2GB
Description:
Relaxed and informal afternoons of creativity and community - monthly and free.
Whether you consider yourself to have no artistic talent, are a budding artist or just dabble in crafts every so often, you are very welcome to join. We will be creating on our own and with each other in a calm atmosphere. You are welcome to come for as little or as long as you like.
Who is this event for?
Any people of LGBTQIA+ or questioning identities aged 18 + are welcome to join us! Safe spaces code of conduct will be in place.
We recognise that you might need different things from this event, be it creating connections and hearing about others experiences, having a chance to reflect on your own queer experiences and needs, or simply have protected space to craft and use your hands. Whichever one it is, we hope you join us and find it.
While some people bring their friends, family members or parner/s to the session, lots of people come on their own - if you're feeling nervous, get in touch.
Please note we are welcoming individuals to come as themselves - this is not a space to come to as an organisation or party.
What are we crafting?
We'll be switching between various activities like paper crafts, painting, sculpting and textile based activities like knitting crochet and embroidery for all sessions, with materials provided and people to guide you if you're new to a material/process. If you have never crafted before, we always have simple activities you can just pick up with no previous knowledge (e.g. beaded bracelets).
You can bring your own crafts or projects to each session.
Please find more information regarding the event [ HERE ]
To get your free ticket for this event, you must book it at the top of this page!
You will be sent all relevant information 2-3 days before the event, if you do not reply to this email by the date stated, your place will go to someone on the waiting list.
Money saved through the BIG DEAL: £2.88
Access information:
As you book your space, there will be a question of what support could help you come to the space and enjoy the session - let us know your thoughts there and we'll be in touch.
Disposable masks are available should you wish to keep yourself safe in a group setting. We'll have some ear foamies if you're audio sensitive and you're welcome to wear your own headphones. We'll have fidget toys if you want to keep your hands busy with things other than craft materials.
You're welcome to self-manage and take breaks as and when you need them.
For the venue itself, there is blue badge parking alongside the pavement on the Nottingham Contemporary side of the road (alongside their big windows leading to the junction). There is a step free access to the reception area, from the reception area to the workshop space there are steps and a lift. From the hall there is a step free access to the workshop space. The accessible toilets are on the same floor, a few meters away
Transport is not provided for this activity.
If you have any questions, please email: sunottingham@bnu.ac.uk / zeynep.saner@bnu.ac.uk