Some evenings call for pyjamas, a sofa and pretending the washing basket is not looking at you. Other evenings call for tiny tiles, a cocktail, a table full of colour and the small thrill of making something with your own hands. On Tuesday 4 August at 7:30pm, Curious Octopus is returning to Sidney & Eden in Portishead for a relaxed Mosaic in-person workshop Portishead with all materials included, plenty of guidance and one free cocktail. Tickets are £29.99 per person, which covers everything...

There is something oddly satisfying about sand. Pouring it, smoothing it, watching the colours settle into place. It is calming, slightly messy in the best possible way, and much nicer than finding it in your shoes three days after a beach trip. This August, the Curious Octopus craft box is bringing that lovely, hands-on feeling to your kitchen table, craft corner, dining room, or wherever you normally make creative chaos. We will be creating a textured sand collage on a wooden base, ready to...

Discover the relaxing art of paper quilling with Curious Octopus. Learn about the history of paper quilling, explore essential beginner tools and techniques, and find out what’s included in this month’s creative craft box and live online workshop.