We know - it might feel early to mention the ‘C’ word - but Christmas is only six months away, & we’ve already started taking bookings for festive parties & corporate events for the festive season. It’s never too early to start planning the perfect celebration that will leave lasting memories.
Read MoreAt the start of the month, we had the pleasure of hosting our beautiful bespoke Macramé Vase Cover Workshop & Cut Flower Experience at Pitfield Barn near Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex. With birdsong in the air & the sun trying its very best to break through, it was a peaceful, relaxed Sunday - the perfect setting to reconnect with creativity & nature.
Read MoreThis past week has perfectly captured the broad appeal of what we do.
In the heart of the City of London, we ran an event surrounded by iconic historic buildings & glass towers with fast-paced professionals - proof that creativity has a place in even the busiest of lives.
Read MoreYesterday marked our very first workshop at the beautiful Sussex Prairie Wild — & what a brilliant start it was! We've previously had the pleasure of exhibiting here during the Beautiful & Useful Makers Craft Fair but hosting a workshop in this inspiring space brought it to another level!
Read MoreWhat a weekend! Our latest Arm Knit Blanket Workshop was held at Vale House & Lodges, one of our new venues, in beautiful Findon (near Worthing).
Read MoreAll our bags & baskets are perfect all year round - but they truly shine in summer! ☀️
Read MoreNEW WORKSHOP!
Knitted Fashion Bag
Join Paula for this fun workshop where you’ll learn the on-trend technique of finger knitting to create your very own stylish bag. Using super-soft, vegan-friendly yarn, you’ll be shown how to finger knit these chunky stitches quickly building up rows to create 'Cleo'.
Paula’s Back from Istanbul – Inspired & Recharged!
Over the Easter break, Paula took some much-needed time to rest, reset, & soak up the colours, textures, & rich culture of Istanbul. The images of Paula in Istanbul features two of our favourite bags: the Anita Cross Body & the New Mini Chita—both now available as workshops!
New Workshop - Return of the ‘Anita’ Bag
Back by popular demand!
We’re excited to reintroduce the 'Anita' Cross Body Bag—the very first bag we ever created as part of our kit collection, & one that’s been requested time & time again. After lots of lovely interest at Hive & Pitfield, we’ve added it back to our workshop line up!
A Wonderful Weekend of Mother’s Day Workshops!
We had the most amazing time celebrating Mother’s Day with a weekend full of creativity! It was so special to welcome so many of you - whether you were treating a loved one, spending quality time together, or simply enjoying a well-deserved moment for yourself.
Read MoreIntroducing the New Smaller Crossbody Chita Bag!
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new option in our Macramé Chita Bag Workshop - a smaller crossbody version! This compact & stylish design is perfect for those who love a hands-free bag with all the charm of the original.
A Cosy Workshop in the Cocoon Den!
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jo, Cathy, & Michele to our Chita Designer Bag Workshop at the Cocoon Den & what a lovely afternoon it was! These three friends have joined us for workshops before, & this time, they booked on for this creative experience as a special gift.
Happy International Women’s Day!
Ahead of International Women’s Day tomorrow, we want to take a moment to recognise the women who have supported, inspired, & believed in us since day one.
Read MoreExciting News – Four New Workshop Venues!
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been invited to host workshops at four stunning new venues across Sussex & Kent! It’s always special when venues approach us directly, & we’re so excited to bring our craft workshops to these beautiful locations.
This week, Paula picked up her needles & knitted a scarf - something she hasn't done in fine gauge for ages! The yarn, a thoughtful gift from her cousin Vikki (who also works at Cocoon&me), came from an Alpaca Farm, making it even more special. Vikki visited Little Orchard in Devon a couple of years ago while on holiday, & the yarn has been tucked away in Paula's stash, waiting for the right moment. Who else loves working with alpaca yarn? It’s so soft & luxurious!
Read MoreA Birthday to Remember
Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a fabulous kids’ Arm Knit Birthday Party at Hive Design Studio for the lovely Jesal, who turned 12. With 10 of her closest friends, it was a day filled with fun, creativity, & plenty of giggles. Everyone walked away with their own cosy Arm-Knit creations & big smiles!
Over Christmas & New Year, Paula & her family had the privilege of visiting Thailand & Vietnam. It was a much-needed break filled with incredible experiences, that provided some much-needed perspective as we step into 2025.
Read MoreAs we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on an incredible year filled with creativity, community, & connection. Thank you for being a part of the Cocoon&me journey!
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